Hate is a Virus. Mind Your Microaggressions

Hate is a virus. Stop Asian Hate

Valentine’s Day: Hearts, Roses, and a Poem

Expressing love on Valentine’s Day — it’s not just for couples

Holiday Lights: A Drive Along Christmas Tree Lane in Alameda

A simple, but beautiful winter tradition in Alameda since 1938. Of course, due to the pandemic, it’s different this year. Visitors are advised to forgo the stroll around and encouraged to drive by instead

My Christmas Wish: Compassion

Just checking in… How are you?

Thanksgiving Thoughts

In this season of gratitude, I want to thank you for reading my blog. Sending you warm wishes for strength, peace, and good health

Why You Shouldn’t Cancel Netflix over Cuties (Mignonnes)

I thought Maïmouna Doucouré’s Cuties was a good film! It wasn’t all suggestive dance moves (“twerking”). There were other things in the film that concerned me, though

Free Upcoming Virtual Events You Won’t Want to Miss

[This is not a sponsored post] Are you learning a new language? Are you on WordPress? Want to enjoy a French language/cultural experience from the comfort of home? Check out these FREE upcoming virtual events and experiences

Love and Hate are Learned at Home

We seek justice for George Floyd and all black people around the world suffering senseless brutality at the hands of police. Black Lives Matter.

Buddy, Can You Spare a Roll?

My thoughts are with… all of us! Let’s wash our hands, stay healthy, and stay safe

The Posts You Liked the Most in 2019

My blog’s top 10 posts (including the most liked Wednesday Postcard) this year are…

Thankful for You

Thank You from Darlene

Leetspeak: 1337 Likes

I got a notification from WordPress telling me that my blog had earned 1,337 total likes. It may look like an odd number, but it’s not random

Notes from WordCamp Sacramento 2019

I attended my first WordCamp last weekend! Here are some notes from WordCamp Sacramento, which was held in Roseville, California on September 21-22, 2019 #wcsac