Thanks for putting up with a long hiatus from blogging while settling in to our new digs. Thanks to the satellite feature of Google maps, the difference between where we used to live and where we live now is pretty striking. Even accounting for atmospheric differences, Ojai is still strikingly more green and organic-looking than …
I was reminded on Wednesday night of one of the true gems of Los Angeles that I am going to miss: The World Stage. I took a friend of mine (and a talented poet) who is new to LA over to the Anansi Writer’s Workshop. It is a privilege and pleasure to workshop poems with …
Things have been a little slow on the blog lately because there’s just a lot going on. The biggest news is that we are moving to Ojai. We will be close to the David Allen Company, close to my family, and closer to nature. This is an upgrade I have been nurturing along for awhile …
If you are looking for a place to stay in San Francisco, I highly recommend The Golden Gate Hotel on Nob Hill. It is central yet reasonably priced–walking distance to Chinatown, North Beach, and Fisherman’s Wharf down one side of the hill and the Civic Center, Market Street, and MOMA down the other. The hotel …
What do you get when a small town American kid who grew up on late-70’s punk rock marries a classical pianist from London? A fantastic musical cultural exchange. We’ve been pooling our respective strengths and interests and having a lot of fun. Take a listen: Light and Shadow (MP3 | 4:00 | 5.9MB) Green Tea …
After some encouragement, my wife has finally started blogging. After only two entries she has already gotten great feedback from musicians and other creative types. Here’s to the success of Free2Create–Valerie Kampmeier’s Blog. Long may it wave.
