Oh, God, so far it's touched most of the neighborhoods I've lived in. Mandeville Canyon, most notably, my childhood home. Brentwood, where we used to shop at the Brentwood Country Store, Will Rogers State Park, where iI hiked when we lived in the Brentwood Riviera, The Bay Theater in the Palisades (and where I got kicked out as a teenager as we couldn't stop laughing), the Palisades where I had my friends and get Chinese food to go at the House of Lee, Malibu, where I worked and had friends, and Topanga, where my brother lived for a time.
I'm surprised it hasn't touched Laurel Canyon, my old stomping rounds, but with the next big winds, it just might succumb, as well.
And, yes, Trump is never one to miss an opportunity to denigrate a Democrat. His classless and calloused opportunism knows no bounds. That goes without saying, and especially when there is someone who has disagreed with him. Classic narcism at its finest.
The disaster will continue to unfold, not elegantly but explosively and chaotically. This is why resistance must be immediate, concerted among concerned groups, and at all levels of government and commerce. And protestors would do well to believe, deep in their hearts, that they all will overcome some day.
Thank you for such a thoughtful and powerful comment. You’re absolutely right—the scale and urgency of this disaster demand immediate and coordinated action from every corner of society. The idea that resistance must not only be strategic but also deeply rooted in hope and belief is inspiring. It’s a reminder that even in the face of chaos, resilience and unity can pave the way for meaningful change. Together, we have to hold onto that belief that overcoming is possible, and act like our future depends on it—because it does.
A news item reported that firefighters from out of state are flying into CA to help put down the overpowering blazes. Federal and state funds are about to flow in for major reconstructions. Charites like the Red Cross are sending aid of many kinds. Like the little child who throws the stranded starfish back into the ocean, my donation seems absurdly little. But I won't be the only person who says, "Nevertheless." This catastrophe is one of a long chain, growing worse for several years. Environmental groups like Project Drawdown and 350 have offered solutions of many kinds. People who care must demand more action protecting the environment from corporations and governments at all levels. Cutting back on meat and not idling one's vehicle will help, but we must make our citizenship more committed to environmental responsibility.
Oh, God, so far it's touched most of the neighborhoods I've lived in. Mandeville Canyon, most notably, my childhood home. Brentwood, where we used to shop at the Brentwood Country Store, Will Rogers State Park, where iI hiked when we lived in the Brentwood Riviera, The Bay Theater in the Palisades (and where I got kicked out as a teenager as we couldn't stop laughing), the Palisades where I had my friends and get Chinese food to go at the House of Lee, Malibu, where I worked and had friends, and Topanga, where my brother lived for a time.
I'm surprised it hasn't touched Laurel Canyon, my old stomping rounds, but with the next big winds, it just might succumb, as well.
And, yes, Trump is never one to miss an opportunity to denigrate a Democrat. His classless and calloused opportunism knows no bounds. That goes without saying, and especially when there is someone who has disagreed with him. Classic narcism at its finest.
The disaster will continue to unfold, not elegantly but explosively and chaotically. This is why resistance must be immediate, concerted among concerned groups, and at all levels of government and commerce. And protestors would do well to believe, deep in their hearts, that they all will overcome some day.
Thank you for such a thoughtful and powerful comment. You’re absolutely right—the scale and urgency of this disaster demand immediate and coordinated action from every corner of society. The idea that resistance must not only be strategic but also deeply rooted in hope and belief is inspiring. It’s a reminder that even in the face of chaos, resilience and unity can pave the way for meaningful change. Together, we have to hold onto that belief that overcoming is possible, and act like our future depends on it—because it does.
A news item reported that firefighters from out of state are flying into CA to help put down the overpowering blazes. Federal and state funds are about to flow in for major reconstructions. Charites like the Red Cross are sending aid of many kinds. Like the little child who throws the stranded starfish back into the ocean, my donation seems absurdly little. But I won't be the only person who says, "Nevertheless." This catastrophe is one of a long chain, growing worse for several years. Environmental groups like Project Drawdown and 350 have offered solutions of many kinds. People who care must demand more action protecting the environment from corporations and governments at all levels. Cutting back on meat and not idling one's vehicle will help, but we must make our citizenship more committed to environmental responsibility.
Unfortunately, the next President who starts next week, will block any practical solutions with rhetoric and lies. There's a disaster unfolding here.
So sad for ALL of us! Thank you for your description of what we are trying to fix, but can’t!
A real fucking nightmare is about to happen soon!