To Mom and the Dad I never knew
Days like today/yesterday always make me think of the Dad I never had and wish I knew — the one friends and relatives would say was the life of the […]
Author Archives: rachelannc
Mandy Moore and running into two fan girls like me at “The Talent Show with Sam Jones” at the Hotel Cafe
Sometimes, it’s those special kind of nights that make you grateful to hear about another’s personal, creative and very grounded journey of growing up that makes you reflect on your […]
Yosemite and my First Half Marathon
I once heard that the greatest gift you could ever give the world is a healthy you. When I first set foot on the pavement and ran my first couple […]
‘FANNY: The Right to Rock’ reveals the untold story of two Filipina-American sisters who pioneered a rock band in 60s California
I had the opportunity to watch this documentary back in August of 2021. The documentary is set to premiere on May 22nd on PBS. FANNY: The Right to Rock is […]
Reflections Backstage with Incubus at the “Stellar” Yaamava Theater
I’d like to thank my friends in Incubus for the stellar opportunity to preview the opening night and first kickoff show of their summer US tour at the new Yaamava […]
Thirty
“Fail magnificently. You are called to create for a reason, and being the best or perfect isn’t it.” It’s officially March, the month of my solar return and birth month […]
Bob Marley ‘One Love Experience’ celebrates the legacy the reggae legend left behind
The Bob Marley “One Love Experience” is a chilled-out celebration of the late great reggae icon. “Why drink and drive if I can smoke and fly?” Bob Marley once said. […]
Keep What You Love Sacred
Hi y’all, It’s been awhile. And to be quite frank, I feel like I’ve been a complete mess. I’ve learned that there are many seasons in our lives — some […]
Happy Love Day: The Truth is I Never Thought I’d Be in a Relationship
The truth is I never thought I’d be in a relationship. Hell, it’s so true when they say love hits you when you least expect it. I’ve never been one […]
‘The Last of Us’ HBO Series World Premiere: Here Are My Thoughts
It’s the start of a new year and the post-holiday slump is in full force (safe to say, most of us are still dragging our feet as we get back […]
Miley Cyrus Announces ‘Endless Summer’ Album and Celebrates Milestone 30
If there’s one thing to re-ignite my excitement for something new to arrive this year, it’s new Miley. On Thursday, Miley took to Instagram to announce her eighth studio album […]
A Winter 2022 Vlog
I’m sitting at this health food spot two days before Christmas. I’m a few miles away from the ocean and I’m just sitting in the sun. Basking. Breathing. In stillness. […]
A Fall 2022 Vlog
“Fall returns what leaves back to its roots,” I read. Every day I’ve learned to be grateful — for my journey, the process, the unfolding. I’m glad I always trusted […]
A Summer Slow-up
“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it,” as cult-favorite Ferris Bueller wisely once said. It’s time for a […]
Rozzi celebrates ‘Berry’ release at the Moroccan Lounge
It’s truly something else when an artist can play their original music and have it sound even better live. I’ve been a long-time fan of singer-songwriter and recording artist Rozzi, who […]
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