Category Archives: Travel

“Irving and David Go to the Circus”: Venice, CA

Posted on October 27, 2013 by surrealist11

My college mentor, Doctor Irv, was in town with his wife Irina for a convention.  I met the doc 21 years ago during my college years at a local swim, tennis and athletic club where I was a personal trainer … Continue reading →

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“Democrat Elects to Turn Forty in…Repubville?”

Posted on September 29, 2013 by surrealist11

So I told Bella that we should do whatever she would like do (within reason) to celebrate her 40th birthday.  I’m not sure this democrat anticipated that his wife would select playing golf at the Lawrence Welk Resort (welkresorts.com) in … Continue reading →

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“The Italian Experience in New England”: Photo Essay…

Posted on September 16, 2013 by surrealist11

It’s been eight years since Bella and I’ve visited “the family” in Connecticut.  What better reason to make our way back than my father’s recent move back to the East Coast (where he grew up) combined with my cousin Susie’s … Continue reading →

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“Hip is my Middle Name”: San Diego, CA

Posted on March 11, 2013 by surrealist11

  “I don’t believe I’ve ever played a hip dude.  I don’t think I would have the wherewithal to do that.” – Eugene Levy We’re 11 days into our condo remodel and move-in day is a mere 13 days away.  … Continue reading →

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“Wine, Women & Weed”: San Jose, CA

Posted on March 3, 2013 by surrealist11

We depart John Wayne Airport for our business and pleasure trip to San Jose.  Bella has a student competing in a music competition.  Upon arrival we pick up our rental car at Dollar Rental.  We opt for the “long-legged friendly” … Continue reading →

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