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A New Car
Bought a new Ford the other day, having given Rhonda the Honda to my son Smartacus after a good 10 years.
Jun 10
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It's Been 8 Years...
A note to my late wife, on all that she's missed. Her memory hovers over this house like some sunny high-pressure system.
Jun 6
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His First Job
Banter is the blues music of the Irish. And at a fetching little minor-league stadium, on the warm eastern lip of Los Angeles, Smartacus is making his…
Jun 3
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May 2026
Cozy Cottage, Creaky Floors
It’s up in the mountains, beside a flirty little lake. The best thing about Suzanne's new place? The memories it will make.
May 30
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Chris Erskine
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I Love a Parade
There’s something stirring about the way trombones flash in the noon sun, about the flaggies and the drum lines. And don’t get me started on the…
May 27
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Songs and Sonnets
FYI, newspapers are the marriage of my life. Like good songs, their words seem to feed me.
May 23
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Chris Erskine
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Sweetie! Sweetie!
When the birds were singing “Sweetie! Sweetie!” the other morning, I found that the universe was curling back around on itself, like uncooked bacon.
May 20
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Chris Erskine
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The Pilot Wears Prada?
The ultimate sequel would pair "Top Gun" with "The Devil Wears Prada." Plus, where to find a $25 sirloin (with two sides) in Southern California.
May 16
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Chris Erskine
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Meet Maximus/Big Nose
This little troupe is a superbloom of up-and-coming talent. The tiaras tip and the dimples dimp. Best part? When they sneak waves to their mommies.
May 13
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Chris Erskine
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Baby Bumps and Melons
There's a starburst of babies among friends and relatives -- Amy, Alexa, Claire, Molly, Emily, Melanie, Taylor, Olivia, Scarlett. Bravo! If you can…
May 9
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Chris Erskine
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The Magic Hedge
A spray of jasmine inspires love, hope, destiny. Here's to the mothers we love and the mothers to come.
May 6
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Chris Erskine
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Hail, Smartacus!
The kid crushed college, and now treats me like one of his roommates. Oy. But wait till you see the funny stuff he can do with AI.
May 2
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