Archive for July 2023
The Worst-Case Scenario SURVIVAL EXPERIENCE at the Fleet Science Center
When I began writing this column over 20 years ago, I soon had to confront my own worst-case scenario. I worried that after I wrote about and photographed the few subjects that I had in mind to share with you, how could I possibly continue? Surely it would only be a matter of time before…
Read MoreCool off this summer at the Sesame Place San Diego waterpark
Beat the heat this year — and have fun with the whole family while you are doing it — with visits to the Sesame Place San Diego waterpark! Sesame Place San Diego is the first Sesame Place on the West Coast, bringing an exciting, new, fully interactive and fun twist to Sesame Street. In addition…
Read MoreMovie Review: Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
In the past I have NEVER attended more than one pre-screening for ANY movie, but I went to two for Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One — it was that good. This movie is, without a doubt, one of the very best action-adventure movies that I have ever seen. Its near non-stop, fast-paced, ingenious…
Read MoreMovie Review: “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny”
Set primarily in 1969, with flashbacks to establish the backstory in World War II, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is the final Indiana Jones adventure — undoubtedly due to Harrison Ford’s advanced age. Nevertheless, his on-screen persona is immediately recognizable, complete with his leather jacket, brown fedora and intimidating, loudly cracking bullwhip. If…
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