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What Does Racism Feel Like: July 2020

For as far back as I can recall I’ve been aware of my color – I’m not black, I’m brown, not even dark brown, but brown enough. This first I can remember was when I was 5-years-old. I was in a park and another child called me a “dirty beaner.” I didn’t really know whatContinue reading “What Does Racism Feel Like: July 2020”

Posted byManny PJuly 30, 2020Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on What Does Racism Feel Like: July 2020

A Scent of Normalcy: June 2020

One of the last places I visited before things shut down was Kohl’s in Palm Desert. I had earned some Kohl’s Cash from a previous purchase and I had heard that soon retail stores might be closing in response to COVID-19 concerns. I initially thought the store had already closed its doors, but I calledContinue reading “A Scent of Normalcy: June 2020”

Posted byManny PJune 29, 2020Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on A Scent of Normalcy: June 2020

For the Love of Travel

This existence in a COVID cellblock has reminded me of my appreciation for and love of travel. And, at this point I’d really love to go somewhere – make that anywhere! “Locally,” I have been fortunate to have been to 37 of our glorious states. Each one has been a gift of its own, andContinue reading “For the Love of Travel”

Posted byManny PMay 25, 2020May 25, 2020Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on For the Love of Travel

PS Posts

What Do You Resort to When Your Resort Town Becomes a Ghost Town?: April 2020 Achoo! Don’t fret, it’s just desert allergies. Anyone who’s lived here for a while can tell you that come Spring the desert winds can blow pretty hard, and any Realtor worth their salt will likely refuse to show you aContinue reading “PS Posts”

Posted byManny PApril 28, 2020Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on PS Posts

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