If you live in Greater Los Angeles or even better The Inland Empire,then you might be aware of the Fantastic Transformation The MISSION INN undergoes for the Holiday Season and the Festival of Lights Begins. The Entire complex is amazingly designed covering every inch of…

This was a cool Summer Night in 2019. I'm fortunate that I had my camera available. I was very happy to get some of the detail of the Moon's Surface.



LET'S ZOOM IN SOME MORE…

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In the heart of Los Angeles, the Annual Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) unfolds as a captivating celebration of both cinematic brilliance and artistic ingenuity. Founded in 1992, this cultural…

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Held Semi-Annually, MCCORMICK'S CLASSIC CAR AUCTION is one of the top events in Palm Springs, CA. Cars from what seems like every past year you could imagine. Watching them get auctioned is a pretty mind blowing thing to watch as you get to see…

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I very much recommend giving this excursion a go if you're looking for an exhilarating adventure above the sea. You'll take as small speedboat to a larger one,where you'll strap on to a parachute attached to the boat....and off you go! You can go solo or in pairs. It's truly amazing and feels as if you're floating and…

Souvenirs are awesome to bring back from anyplace you travel and I love the artwork and things to purchase from the Dominican Republic and I'd thought I'd share with you should you find yourself visiting there and are wondering what to bring back.

1.)ARTWORK-DOMINICAN ARTISTS CREATE SOME BEAUTIFUL WORKS…

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Checking out Film Festivals is a great way to enjoy some work by Independent Filmmakers and to see some interesting films you normally wouldn't see, along with different genres. PALM SPRINGS, CA is host to a number of great Film Fests that the City really gets behind in support of each year including…

Recently in The Nation's Capital at the Cameroon Embassy, a celebration was held to honor the unveiling of a well known Hollywood Producer Mona-Scott-Young's roots to Cameroon, Africa.

It is truly a magnificent and emotional moment for anyone discovering the origins of their heritage, and this was no exception.…

Comic Books have been around for generations now, and are one of the few surviving media that are still around today. I personally grew up reading comics and still enjoy them today. The thing I love is that there are so many types of comics and genres available-if you've been into them for as long as I have, you can see the changes the industry has gone through since…

If you live in or plan to visit any of the California Beaches, then you'll want to check out Dana Point.As you can see surfers love to rip curls here and this beach although kinda small-attracts lots of locals as well as visitors. On the weekends get there early!…

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If you're a lover of seafood then you'll want to try the enormous assortment of seafood dishes available in the Caribbean. With so many options available, you'll want to try them all-believe me I tried! I really love the way they prepare the fish for you offering fried, grilled, or even steamed options some places. The flavor…

For those seeking adventure on the seas without the crowds that come with Cruises,you might consider booking something more small and intimate like the Catamaran Scott and Holly Clark own to give their guests an unforgettable Sailing Experience! I met them on a recent trip to DOMINICA REPUBLIC, and I found them to be SUPER FRIENDLY and quite personable. Check out one…

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One of the best things about visiting the Caribbean among the locals is the abundance of the AMAZING FRUITS AND VEGETABLES you have access to. Its amazing to see, smell, and hold them up close- as there are differences. Avocados for instance are huge(I mean really BIG!) in comparison to the ones we get here in…

During multiple visits to The Dominican Republic, We've met some AMAZING People and one of them I absolutely have to introduce you all to is Lemeire Laba. He wears many professional hats, but his love and dedication to making sure all the youth who need extra get it! When he reached out that many of the youth in his district didn't have enough school supplies,I told…

Im going to dedicate this special blog to my friend and mentor NIJEL BINNS, CEO of NIJART INTERNATIONAL-who since the first day I met him has inspired me to pursue excellence in all of my endeavors.

I was introduced to NIJEL by a mutual friend in the mid 90's and…

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Located along the southeast coast of the Island of Oʻahu in the Hawaii Kai neighborhood of East Honolulu,Hawaii, Hanauma is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the Island.It's so popular in fact that extra efforts are made to make sure the sealife in the bay survive in spite of over-use by tourists.It is a great…

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If you want to learn the origin history of the Dominican Republic,then you'll want to book this excursion when you visit the Dominican Republic.This is a full day tour with a lot to see-and a lot of walking so make sure you wear comfy shoes! Transportation will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel or resort…

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Looking for an excellent adventure in the Inland Empire? Check out the San Bernadino Museum. They feature quite a few intriguing exhibits including a Hall of History, Hall of Earth Sciences, Hall of Biodiversity, and a lot more. The Museum also plays host to numerous special events throughout the year. The Exhibit…