And those Hollywood nightsIn those Hollywood hillsShe was looking so rightIn her diamonds and frills from the song Hollywood Nights Written and performed by Bob Seger Bob Seger formed the Silver Bullet Band in the early 1970s and produced a number of high flyers including "Against the Wind" and "Night Moves" throughout that decade and … Continue reading Exploring Hollywood: Mulholland Drive, Stars and the Boulevard
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Sun, Surf and Sand – a Visit to the USA
"They bob in line like seabirds waiting for the fishing smack.The sun or sometimes rain lays down acrosstheir salt encrusted backs. Wild hair,so often blond, tightening into knots.Do they lie and chat? “Have you got maths today?”and do they let their mothers comb the knots,wheedling to their sons and daughtersfor that is what they are … Continue reading Sun, Surf and Sand – a Visit to the USA
This is a Very Odd Country
Boulder, Colorado is by no means representative of the U.S. of A. It is a university city and Colorado University pervades most walks of life here. Google has a centre in the middle of town. Nearly 80% of its population is White (6.5% Asian, 1.8% Black) and the city is in the top 25 wealthiest … Continue reading This is a Very Odd Country
In the Seat of Power
Washington D.C. from Arlington National Cemetery across the Potomac River Washington D.C. is a one trick town. Take away the politicians and their coterie of aides and what do you have left. Lawyers and lobbyists, that is what you have left. According to a man we met on the street (and DC statistics) one in … Continue reading In the Seat of Power
Boulder, Colorado, Covid and a New Entry Port
But the Colorado Rocky Mountain highI've seen it rainin' fire in the skyThe shadow from the starlightIs softer than a lullabyRocky Mountain highRocky Mountain high From Rocky Mountain High - Written by John Denver and Mike Taylor A view of Wonderland Lake up to the foothills If you have ever walked in the Rocky Mountains … Continue reading Boulder, Colorado, Covid and a New Entry Port

