I’ve come to a conclusion: An excess of money makes people insecure. I have no real facts to back up this affirmation. It’s merely conjecture based on actions of the wealthy, attention seekers and known oligarchs. “Everything has to be perfect.” “I’m not easily satisfied.” These are phrases I’ve heard on reality shows that celebrateContinue reading “Money and Insecurity”
Monthly Archives: December 2022
Festivus 2022
It’s Festivus, and as per my tradition, there will be the annual airing of the grievinces. It’s been an interesting year, with many changes. Let’s see how long this list goes… Becoming a Canadian Resident That was a hellava process. After getting my residency, my truck had to become Canadian, another process. I had toContinue reading “Festivus 2022”
Restaurant Again
It’s been a hot minute since I’ve worked in an actual restaurant. The last one was Wishbone in Petaluma, a great little farm to table spot. Although the boat was more of a hotel setting, we still did a restaurant style service. Of course, there, the menu changed daily. But now, I’m back in theContinue reading “Restaurant Again”
Alfredo Meets A Girl
My father was born in San Antonio, Texas. He was sixth of seven children, and the youngest male in his family. He had four older sisters, one brother who was the eldest, and a baby sister. I always knew him to be called Al, short for Alfredo, but his family called him Freddy. Alredo’s brother,Continue reading “Alfredo Meets A Girl”
Lucky
Sometimes, I forget about all the things I have to be thankful for. I have a home, a partner, opportunities, and comfort. I have so much more than so many people. I’ve worked hard, and I’ve struggled, but no more than most people struggle. The things I have suffered do not grant me the richesContinue reading “Lucky”
Beyond Clarity 