Writing for the Common Good
Museums can be such a powerful force in their local communities and in creating community. I was moved by this display in the Oakland Museum of California exhibit Queer. California. Visitors were encouraged to share friends, resources, organizations etc that helped them in their journey. Such a moving display of community and a reminder that... Continue Reading →
I love Halloween activities and this year, in the Bay Area, there is a new experience for the season. Unhinged, from the Winchester Mystery House (WMH), is a new experience for visitors of the historical site during the Halloween season. In the past the Winchester Mystery House would host candle light tours throughout the house.... Continue Reading →
Work friends are crucial! I’m so thankful for mine and that we were able to get lunch together today. We both have been through a very tough year professionally. Apparently people don’t like strong women. Who knew 😜
Over the years I have collected many treasures. From guests showing their experience at the Computer History Museum, to clients showing their appreciation and museum staff being sweet ❤️
An exhibit begins to be taken down so a new one can take its place. If I was able to design an exhibit for the Computer History Museum my exhibit would focus on creators who are using the power of technology to help improve the lives of those who have disabilities. I would also love... Continue Reading →
Are museums just collectors that display their collected items? We have a group who hosts an event each year at the Computer History Museum. They collect slide rules. It warms my heart to see them all together because it’s a group of people who have found their people ❤️
Watch the 5 Minutes From Home video from Stephen Curry here I started my day by watching various funny YouTube videos today. But one, which was not entirely funny, really spoke to me I watched a video from Stephen Curry's YouTube series 5 Minutes from Home. In this series Curry hosts guests as they ride... Continue Reading →
Maui Day 4. Woke up to see the sunrise. Canoed in the morning! Loved the warm water. Enjoyed poke from a food truck that my mom saw on TV 😂 Of course I dragged my family to a museum. This time it was the sugar museum. Ended the night with drinks, food and friends. Maui... Continue Reading →
Las Vegas 2017 is over 😭. The final day we kept it relaxed: 1) mimosas for breakfast at The Buffet (Bellagio) 2) Did some gambling and lost. Why? Because I didn't play this glorious machine! 3) finally got to pretend to be Nancy from the show WEEDS. 4) the best feeling is always coming home ❤️
Vegas Day Two is in the books! 1) visited the Flamingo Hotel. Opened in 1949 by an associate of the mob. 2) Wildlife Habitat at the Flamingo 3) Ibis bird at the Wildlife Habitat at the Flamingo. Sacred bird to the Ancient Egyptians 4) botanical gardens at the Bellagio. 5) Earl of Sandwich. Popular place... Continue Reading →
Yesterday was the first day of my Las Vegas trip! It was a great day. Day One in Las Vegas Highlights: 1) Mob Museum! Wall from the St Valentine's Day Massacre. Blood included 2) Golden Gate Hotel. Oldest hotel in Las Vegas. Opened in 1906! 3) Exploring the Las Vegas Strip at night! 4) It's BRITNEY... Continue Reading →
Ready, set, VEGAS!
