How we can recall Todd Gloria
So Todd has demonstrated that he absolutely will not represent his constituents and will not stop until the historic status of Balboa Park is irreparably damaged. I have been trying to warn about Todd for the past 5 years but …
American murders a Canadian in San Felipe, Baja California
Translated by Fulano from an article in La Cronica MEXICALI, Baja California - An American man accused of a murder committed in San Felipe, Baja California was freed after the judges reclassified the crime he was charged with, allowing him …
Making Cinco de Mayo a Cinch
La Dia de la Battalia de Puebla This weekend is bound to get crazy. Everybody loves a good reason to celebrate and nobody does it like a San Diegan. Old Town will be packed with young and old alike, prowling …
THE ELUSIVE BUTTERFLY
"Mommy, Mommy, Mommy!" I squealed, while hopping up and down on my perch. I then realized that Mommy would only be able to hear my loud thumps and not understand my bunny-speak. No problem-I still wanted to get her attention, …
Snakes Alive!
Don't Look Now The rattling from behind the cactus could be either a venomous or non-venomous snake. Best not to find out. Going with the dogs to the mountains for a hike, or even just to the local canyon (Switzer …
My Dog: Champion Couch Surfer
The Dude Meet Callu. He's a dog of approximately ten years; a mutt of indeterminate breed. He weighs about 90 pounds, has black and tan markings and a perpetually wagging tail. He lives on my futon. Callu has come a …
I'm not Mrs. Alessio!
WELCOME HOME, MOMMY!
I am really happy now! Mommy just returned from her trip to San Antonio, Texas. I really missed her while she was gone. Da came by to feed me while she was away. He brought me my favorite spinach. Yummy! …
Those Tough Choices
Let's Talk About Microbes
Have you ever wondered what type of microbial organisms reside inside your belly button? Better yet, have you ever wondered about the influential effects of microbial organisms that are found on your forehead, pillow case, toilet seat, or in your …
Graham Downes sudden death raises questions the UT failed to ask
UPDATE 05/02/2013 I did a public records search on Higinio Soriano Salgado He is in the South Bay jail. Date Booked: 04/19/2013 Time Booked: 10:08:27 A046604960 2 1 HOLD Rel Dt/Tm: Agency: ICE 0 CD247657 1 1 187(A) PC ATMP …
Deportees take refuge in Rosarito Beach
Translated by Fulano from an article in El Sol de Tijuana Playas de Rosarito - The deportations from the United States to Mexico have caused migrants to search for some chance for a life in Rosarito, a "horizon of possibilities." …
Stop to smell the roses: A look at Nature-Defficit Disorder
Richard Louv, author of acclaimed books Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder and The Nature Principle: Reconnecting With Life in a Virtual Age, gave a talk at Balboa Park’s Museum of Man about the relationship …
Earth Day on the Mountain
HAPPY SPRING, EVERYONE!
It's springtime, and I'm in luck! Now that the weather is getting warmer, Mommy lets me look out the back door when it's feeding time. This morning was a lovely one-I got to enjoy the cool, crisp air as I …
City Council gouging citizens with a massive surcharge on parking tickets
Ok, so I admit to being behind the times on this one, but I haven't had a parking ticket in a few years and today I went outside to my care to see the very unwelcome site of the yellow …
What local organizers can learn from events similar to the Boston Marathon
In the wake of the tragedy that occurred Monday in Boston, we rightly reflect on those who were innocent victims of selfishness and cowardice. Too, we as a nation, justly stood on the giants before us who have spoken great …
Crime in Baja California Sur
According to the report of the State Attorney General, in 2012 there were 20,886 crimes committed in Baja California Sur, of which 9,140 were theft, 1,983 were damage, 1.393 were injuries, 803 fraud, 719 threats, 426 breaches of trust, 219 …
Charter School's Uncharted Course