Old Glory
I couldn’t agree more with the need to take action regarding the poor condition of the Old Glory in the park. However, I do believe that the pattern and bright colors will render the upkeep in the striking Palisades sun extremely expensive. I would suggest we replace it with the Israeli, Japanese or Finish flags, as those are predominantly white.
Oh, My Stars
To the person who suggested raising a different flag at Pali Park—one that won’t fade as much—I suggest thanking your lucky stars (and stripes) that you live in the land of the free, where you’re free to have your dumb ideas.
Meat
Congratulations to Christian Monterrosa on an excellent review of Meat, which truly captured the essence of this nice addition to the Santa Monica dining scene. That is so rare in food reviews!
Air
Gas leaf blowers are illegal in Los Angeles because they give off 20 times the emissions of a car. A Santa Monica family with asthmatic kids worked hard to pass a law to ban them (LAMC 112. 04). Please switch to electric or rake. To report gas blower usage, email the date/time and address where it’s happening to bss.boss@lacity.org or 1-800-996-2489.
Books
How many bookstores did Amazon drive to bankruptcy, including our own Village Books? I hope they are the first ones to fail at the Caruso Center.
Pedestrian
I love when cars don’t stop to let me cross the road as a pedestrian at an intersection with a crosswalk. I just walk slower, swinging my purse as I go.
Spooky
Is it too early to start Creeping my Crypt? Watch out, contestants, this is my family’s year to win!
Father Boyle
What a wonderful evening!!
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