Sep 8th 11 Posted by Christina Belardinelli

remembrance

It is one of the “great” moments in our recent history. Most of us have asked and can so clearly recall “Where were you on 9/11?” Everything comes rushing back. The morning, the people you talked to, cried with, the news you watched, the children and loved ones you hugged or called frantically.  The way in which the world, as a single, loving, organism bowed heads in horror and... read more

Aug 30th 11 Posted by Tina Landrum

the cocoon

“There is something in every one of us that waits and listens for the sound of the genuine in ourselves.  It is the only true guide we will ever have.” - Howard Thurman Human Butterflies, Part II The second stage of answering our soul’s call is entering the cocoon, which is for the caterpillar a literal enclosed space. But for us humans serves to describe the eve of a transition where we turn from... read more

Aug 25th 11 Posted by Robert Mansour

health care quarterback

When it comes to estate planning, I often use the analogy of a toolbox. I explained to my clients that when something goes wrong in their home, the generally go to the garage and get their toolbox. From the toolbox, they will grab the appropriate tools to fix whatever problem occurred in the house. Therefore, if a picture fell from the wall, they might grab a hammer, some nails, a tape measure, and... read more

Aug 23rd 11 Posted by Renee Coleman

echidna dreaming

Not long ago I had to visit to my dentist for a root canal. While waiting for the numbing to take effect, the doctor asked what I do “for a crumb.” Upon hearing that I work with dreams, he made some comment about how he never dreams. “Actually,” I said, “scientists tell us that all mammals (and birds, for that matter) dream, and that, on average, human beings dream for about 2 hours every... read more

Aug 18th 11 Posted by Karen Roth

suffer from migraines?

Are you one of the estimated 40 million Americans who suffer from chronic headaches? Headaches are one of the leading causes of missed work or school. Maybe you’ve tried every over the counter remedy and even stronger prescriptions, but you still suffer. It may be connected to a hormone imbalance. Women who experience hormonal fluctuations often suffer with headaches or migraines just prior to the onset... read more

Aug 16th 11 Posted by Tami Lindahl

try the pool!

Yes it can be done! With the weather being so nice and warm why not use your beautiful pool to get some exercise. We live in southern California; why not take advantage of water exercises. You’ll already be in it anyway, right? Whether you are in the pool, lake or the ocean, being in water is so beneficial for the entire body! You can enjoy a cardio workout, get some strength training in, and water... read more

Aug 15th 11 Posted by Marlene Bernstein

looking for experts…

I think Scene in SCV writers are very special.  Each one of them is an expert in their own field and every month they bring to you, the reader, and interesting topic, tidbit or a sense of humour sharing what they know best…themselves and their professions.  If you have a profession that you would like to share with our Scene In SCV readers, considering becoming one of our writers.  Send me an... read more

Aug 9th 11 Posted by Julie Molinare

gardening mistakes

Do you ever get the feeling, based on the overall state of your yard and garden, that there might be a few things you could be doing . . . better? Guess what? If you’re like many Southern California gardeners, odds are you are probably making a classic mistake or two.  Last post I outlined some things not to do, I’ll add to them now. The good news is that the most common gardening mistakes I see... read more