From Cyberspace to Wedding Grace

Dear Sillies,

When I started blogging circa 15 years ago, I aimed only to post a handful of short scenes. Perhaps someone will read them, I figured. *Insert shoulder shrug.*

Wow. How naive I was to the transformational blessings I'd appreciate from our little niche of cyberspace. Namely, YOU, my friends. You've changed my life. 

Specifically too, this one guy, Bryan Pedas. His blog with Brandon Meyers, a beer for the shower* (no longer in existence, but stay tuned for much more brilliance from Mr. Pedas), quickly rose to blogland fame. For fitting reason. Their cartoon artistry; their sardonic wit, their weekly investment in a full-blown relevant, goofy, and entertaining blog production; their warmth and kindness.

Bryan and I connected approximately 13-14 years ago. He'd become my book editor and cover designer. Through regular email exchanges that total approximately 700 e-letters to date, we've supported each other's respective creative endeavors and life in general. 

Plus, I got to be Bryan's groomsman. (We're all gender fluid in CA, after all.) Psst, I kinda rocked it.  

Being able to support Bryan's wedding to Meg last month did me proud. They're a beautiful, fun loving couple I'm honored to have in my life. 

The magic of the written word, my friends. It can take us to unimaginably fantastical  places. I've no words but gratitude. 

Have a great, grateful second-half of November.

  

Halloween Erotica

Hello my Dear Silliest of Sillies,

Halloween - it's the most sweet and naughty holiday of them all. Right? 

Hopefully, you're prepping for a delightfully frightful night, even if this means shutting the lights off and going to bed early (with or without a companion).

Love you, Sweet Sillies.

Escape to Lake Tahoe & Shanah Tova 5785

My Dear Sillies, 

We're at the beginning of a new year for the Jewish people. This year we turn 5,785. Yeah, we're old. "Shanah Tova" means "Happy new year!" Traditionally, we dip apple slices in honey to begin the year with sweetness. You might also notice round challah bread in select stores. It's the absolute best.  

Last weekend, I drove to Lake Tahoe, which graces the CA-Nevada border. Such a wonderful getaway. Here are a few photos. 

Despite the fact that it's North America's biggest alpine lake, I got lost trying to find the Lake. Yet the universe dropped this sign when I needed one. You might've heard my loud chuckle at that moment, as I excitedly pulled into the parking lot. A very kind old woman in this chocolate shop drew a map with detailed directions to Lake Tahoe. And naturally, I bought myself a very sweet unhealthy breakfast. (Chocolate pecans, chocolate graham cracker, and caramels). Mm, so good!

This freckled friend sat with me as I ate a real meal (turkey burger with sweet potato tater tots) in Lake Tahoe's touristy hub. I believe it's a blackbird. David, do you know?

Aw, serenity. Such a blissful getaway.