Pastor dispels fear of Islam
There is no doubt the terrorist attacks of 9/11 spread fear among the U.S. public, and the recent Boston Marathon bombing has raised the anxiety level once again. No doubt, some of the ongoing controversy concerning the proposed mosque in San Martin can be attributed to this phenomenon, but perhaps a new book can help alleviate this problem.
“tokyo fish story” – A story of tradition and obsession
Mix tradition, obsession and inflexibility into a pan of sushi and you have the basics of Kimber Lee’s “tokyo fish story’.
Hike’s ocean views, human tale inspire
Years ago, when I was a young boy growing up in the Bay Area, the rain always came each winter. As sure as the arrival of winter rain, one story would eventually appear on the evening news: a rock slide at Devil’s Slide had closed Highway 1 between Pacifica and Half Moon Bay. It was as if this event, like the rain, was an integral part of the
Madrid: A stunning city
Majestically sitting 2,135 feet above the sea level of the Mediterranean, Madrid gloriously holds the record of the highest capital in Europe. This stunningly beautiful city greets the traveler like a long-lost relative. Claiming “the next best place after Madrid is heaven,” the city has a way of really making the foreigner feel at home.
The toilet paper wedding dress game? Oh yay
If you've read this column for a few months, you might remember
