Noblesse oblige ¬ó the concept that to whom much has been given, much is expected. We expect that a person of high bearing or reputation should conduct themselves in accordance with their background or the respect they have earned.
Thank you to the Ocean Park Association for a tremendous Fourth of July Parade experience. This year the parade was extremely well attended, smoothly run and more fun than in years past.
I love a parade, but I love being in a parade even more. Just like the past few years, I will be in the sixth annual Main Street Parade. I will be driving a little yellow electric car and my co-pilot will be a long-haired dachshund named Dudley.
On Monday, the Supreme Court issued a ruling regarding a controversial immigration law in the state of Arizona. The timing of the ruling, coming just a week before the Fourth of July, is a poignant reminder of the history of our country.
I like art. I frequently am confused by it, inspired by it, appalled at what passes for “good” and more often than not, I can’t afford the works I like.
From the dawn of time, men who died in battle have been recognized as heroes by the society they fought for. America has set aside this coming weekend to honor the men and women who have given their lives to found our country, to fight to preserve its way of life, and to bring democracy to other cou
After a rough week of fighting for fathers in child custody cases, blogging at my website MensFamilyLaw.com, and arguing over whether or not the yacht club membership is a community asset, I like to relax by walking on the boardwalk and the Santa Monica Pier with my dog.
From the beginning of time, humanity has used landmarks as a way to preserve history and keep our path in mind. From ancient Greece with its Parthenon to the Tower of London, cities are defined by their landmarks.
When I was growing up in Orinda, Calif., my wrestling coach was one of the select men who helped mold me. I thought he was awesome. He was strong and silent, yet still a tremendous motivator.
Long before I was a divorce lawyer, I was in the food and beverage business. My first legal job was at a Jack in the Box, which I realize barely qualifies as food, but hey, I was 16.
Kim Longwood may be the most hated school administrator in Sioux City, Iowa, if not America, after her inclusion in the movie “Bully.” It’s a well deserved sobriquet as she victimizes the victim in a schoolyard pattern of abuse.
Multiculturalism in Santa Monica is what makes us special, and life here so exciting. You can’t go across the street without bumping into someone of a different culture.
