Bob Fosse Documentary

The "Great Performances" documentary about Bob Fosse. 

The only reason I got interested in musicals at all was because of Bob's movie "All That Jazz,"  which I recall seeing alone at the Lobo Theater in Albuquerque in 1979.

James Gelet Does The Best Work!

James is so generous when he gives credit (where I appear).  

James talks about me on location 75, shows me in location 61, and mentions me in location 32.

   

Here is James' video regarding Nacho's death in "Better Call Saul." 

First Meeting of Gabe's Book Club - Emily Wilson's Translation of "The Iliad" - June 11, 2024

The first online meeting of the book club Gabe has assembled went well. There are four of us. I was surprised to learn the two Christinas in the group knew each other as classics students at the University of Arizona (which is also my alma mater). 

We didn't get into too much detail at this first meeting. I had completely read through the work (an excellent translation!), but apparently we are going back and will cover the work in great detail, starting at the next meeting (July 9th). 

On the way, they mentioned the work of classics student (and standup comedienne) Natalie Haynes, so I had to look that up.

 

Introducing Myself to Flo Cofer, Candidate for Sacramento Mayor

I stopped to talk with Dr. Flo Cofer, candidate for Sacramento Mayor, at her booth at Sacramento Pride 2024. She was trying to finish her lunch, and meeting supporters. I wanted to know more about her. Apparently there are ties between Bernie Sander's progressivism, and hers. I was surprised she placed first in the June primary election. There is an excellent chance she will be Sacramento's new mayor.  Last I understood, her opponent will be Kevin McCarty, who is also a progressive.  I need to decide whom to support among these two excellent candidates.

Sacramento Pride 2024 - June 8, 2024

Sacramento Dancelab

 

Samba performers on the Faces Stage.

A variety of drag karaoke-style performers

Sacramento's Capitol Mall on Pride weekend.

This is Gabby, a stilletos performer.  My question is: Is this the Gabby I was familiar with years ago? Not sure.

Cre8tive Connections Fashion Show.

Mushroom-themed fashions.

Hellen Wheels.

Sacramento Dancelab performance.

Faces Stage.

Looking towards the taco trucks towards the I Street Bridge.

Capitol Mall.

High School Graduation Time (and Random Sacramento)

Ia Rycerz graduates from high school at Memorial Auditorium.

The "Lady Bird" mural, featuring Saoirse Ronan, across from the Memorial Auditorium on 16th Street.

The old Sierra Research, at 1524 I Street.  Memories!

Your name here.

Walrus

Honk If You Hate Golf.

Mural on K Street.

Mural on K Street.

Helicopter Paranoia - May 31, 2024

The helicopter is speaking to me again, telling me I've got to beware, and lock my doors to avoid trouble (on a hot day too).

Reluctantly Decided to Proceed With Catheter Ablation

I've slowly come the conclusion that I should proceed with a catheter ablation in order to address my irregular heartbeat.  That's now been scheduled for July 26th.