Many of the people in my life are involved in valuable and fascinating activities and occupations.
I hope this page will serve as one more way for others to become acquainted with them.
Alice Wallis: "Valley Vista School" www.valleyvistapreschool.org/
- A preschool in Montrose, CA-local to Glendale, La Canada/Flintridge, Sunland, Pasadena, Eagle Rock, and Burbank. Alice is the Assistant On-site Director.
Anique Radiant Heart: "Herwill" www.herwill.net
- Professional singer. Women's spirituality workshops and music events. Located in New South Wales, Australia.
Ben Otake: "Shin Shin Mugendo" www.shinshinmugendo.com
- Shin Shin Mugendo was developed by Ben Otake as a means to integrate all methods of fighting using principles of martial arts, physics, and biomechanics. It is meant to incorporate both percussive methods and grappling methods, moving seamlessly from one to the other. Mind and body unity is essential for this integration. Shin Shin Mugendo translates as "Mind/Body Infinite Way".
Claudia Finkel: "JVS - Jewish Vocational Service" http://jvsla.org/claudiafinkelbio.htm
- Claudia Finkel is Chief Operating Officer at JVS. Her responsibilities include all programs and services provided by JVS, ranging from corporate and outplacement services for organizations such as AT&T, UCLA, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and ITT Corporation, to innovative programs serving welfare recipients. She also has created and managed mentoring and leadership programs for the staff of UCLA, and the innovative JVS WoMentoring program. JVS, a non-profit organization, operates in the Los Angeles area.
David Bronner: "Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps" www.drbronner.com
-David is president of the family owned and run company. "Saving the world, one bottle of soap at a time". This is socially responsible company located in Escondido, California. Their mission today is threefold: one, to produce the best-quality soaps possible; two, to share our profits with our workers and the Earth; and three, to adopt ever-more just and sustainable materials and methods.
David Pease: "Pease in a Pod" www.peaseinapod.com
- Pease in a Pod is a Los Angeles area fine art company that offers original artwork, fine art reproductions, giclees and other custom services (murals, trompe l'oeil and faux finishes).
Don Block: "Rodeo Realty" www.rodeore.com/about/agent_biodetail.asp?AgentID=2923
- Don's service areas are the Conejo Valley and the San Fernando Valley including Westlake Village, Lake Sherwood, North Ranch, Agoura Hills, Oak Park, Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Encino, Sherman Oaks and all neighboring communities. As a licensed Realtor he solicits your inquiries for the purchase or sale of residential property. He pledges his full attention to the solution of all the issues connected with your real estate needs.
Doreen Davis Fuhr: Doreen is the Chairperson of the Board of Deacons at the Corona del Mar Community Church Congregational http://cdmucc/boards__committees.html.
- The Diaconate is focused on the spiritual life of the church and the nurturing if the congregation. Corona del Mar is located in Orange County, California.
Dorothy Shorne: "Bookaholics" www.bookaholics.com.au
- Bookaholics online bookshop is based in Adelaide, South Australia and is a division of Winsome Enterprises Pty Ltd., of which Dorothy Shorne is the Principal Director.
Eva Trapani: "The KIWIPhile FILE" www.kiwiphile.org
- From the beginning the KIWIphile FILE has been a labor of love. Eva Trapani began publication of the KIWIphile FILE (for people who love all things New Zealand) in September of 1988, following several visits to New Zealand. Until 1993 her late husband John encouraged and assisted her, and she has continued work alone since then. This website contains back issues, except for the four most recent issues.
Florence Fong: "Dilbeck Realtors" www.dilbeck.com/z_profile_pages/agent_profiles/agent_prof.cfm?agentid=100
- Florence Fong has been a Realtor and with Dilbeck Realtors in South Pasadena, California since 1988. During these nineteen years she has earned the Certified Residential Specialist and the Graduate Realtor Institute designations. She has been presented numerous awards for her excellent service. Florence specializes in the sale of residential properties in the San Gabriel Valley, encompassing such cities as Alhambra, Monterey Park, San Gabriel and South Pasadena.
Frank Bagheri: "ABC Computer Consultants" www.computerabc.com/1.html
- Not only does Frank know computers, he's also a great AYSO Coach, pilot and a magician. Located in the Los Angeles area.
Grant Kinsel: "Foley & Lardner, LLP" www.foley.com/people/bio.aspx?employeeid=25351
- Foley & Lardner is a highly regarded, national law firm providing client-focused, interdisciplinary services that result in high-value legal counsel for our clients. Their practice areas encompass the full range of corporate legal services. Grant Kinsel is senior counsel in Foley's IP Litigation Practice. His intellectual property experience includes local and national litigation with special emphasis in large-scale patent litigation. Located in Los Angeles, California.
Jeff Krueger: "Jeff Krueger Photography" http://jeffkrueger.net/
- The Historic Trees Project. Jeff live in Saint Paul, Minnesota where he works as a commercial photographer and photographer's assistant. He is a photographer of landscapes, natural and manmade.
Joyce Hirohata: "Hirohata Design" http://home.earthlink.net/~hirohata/
- Nisei Voices documents and celebrates the lives of the first Japanese American valedictorians of California public schools. Author Joyce Hirohata was born and raised in San Francisco. Currently she lives in Oakland, California.
Judith Goren: "iUniverse" www.iuniverse.com/bookstore/book_detail.asp?isbn=0-595-32494-0
- Author Judith A. Goren, PhD, invites us into her office and shows us the daily considerations of psychotherapy from her perspective as a humanistic psychologist in private practice. "Sharing the Journey" focuses on her own experience over many years. Its chapters offer advice and helpful information to the next generation of new practitioners.
Karen Corrigan: "Creative Memories" www.mycmsite.com/karencorrigan
- Creative Memories is different from the "scrapbook store" approach to scrapbooking. Personal consultants show clients how to preserve their precious life memories in scrapbook photo albums. Karen is located in Los Angeles, California.
Katerina Canyon: "Poetic Kat" www.poetickat.com
- The web site of Katerina Canyon, the 2001-2003 Poet Laureate of Sunland/Tujunga. Here you will find information about Katerina: her story, her poetry, her work, and her opinions (and poems) on public issues.
Ken & Carol MacIver: "See Scotland Tours" www.seescotlandtours.co.uk/index.html
- Unlike most other tour companies they limit ourselves to Scotland only. Their tours are very entertaining and versatile and range from geology to genealogy. They provide quality accommodations and quality tours at some very affordable prices. This is not a compromise, as although they are a small business, they have some big contacts with your interest at heart. Located in Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland.
Kevin Lossner: "Kevin Lossner: German to English Translator" http://www.proz.com/pro/28702?show_mode=kudoz&float=1&no_arrows=y&show_mode=profile&pe_mode=view
- Kevin is a freelance translation expert who specializes in taking original German content and transforming it into crisp, clean English for effective communication. Kevin is a member of ProZ, the Translation Workplace. He is a native speaker of American English living in Hohen Neuendorf, Germany near Berlin.
Larry Bauer: "Vina France Bed & Breakfast" www.vinafrance.com
- VINA is a restored 19th century farm house in the heart of the Poitevin Wetlands Park (known as the Green Venice) in France. We have 3 bed & breakfast bedrooms, accommodating 1, 2 or 3 persons, each with private bathroom and toilet facilities. On-site pleasures include canal fishing, a pond, an all seasons swimming pool and a fitness room with sauna, spa (jacuzzi) and fitness equipment. A large recreation room is also available for the guests.
Larry Finkel: Larry Finkel, Your KW Agent http://larryfinkel.yourkwagent.com/
- Keller Williams Realty: Larry Finkel utilizes the latest technologies, market research and business strategies to exceed your expectations. More importantly, he listens and that means he finds solutions that are tailored to you. Located in the San Antonio, Texas area.
Laurel B. Tower: "Santa Barbara Wedding Guide" www.santabarbarawedding.com/directory/tower.asp
- Consecrate the most important day of your lives in romantic Santa Barbara, with a unique wedding ceremony, memorable to all present and cherished for its thoughtful prose, created by Reverend Laurel P. Tower, an Interfaith/nondenominational Minister. Also serving Ventura, California.
Lynda & Joyce D'Angelo: "Curves Glendale" http://curvesglendale.com/Index.html
- Curves Glendale has been selected as a Shining Star club by Curves International. Only 5% of Curves have achieved this prestigious award which recognizes us as an elite club that best embodies the Curves principles and provides the optimal experience for our members. The Curves Workout takes just 30 minutes and includes all five components of a complete exercise program (warm-up, cardiovascular, strength, cool down and stretching). They operate a second location in Eagle Rock, California.
Lynn Margulis; Dorion Sagan: "Sciencewriters" www.xsnrg.com/sciencewriters/index2.html
- Sciencewriters is an educational writing partnership devoted to advancing science through enchantment in the form of the finest possible books, videos, and other media. Lynn Margulis: Distinguished University Professor o Microbial Evolution and Organelle Heredity. Dorion Sagan: A writer and sleight-of-hand magician.
Maria Falzone: "Sex Rules" www.sexrules.org/bio.htm
- Maria Falzone is one of the most sought after speakers on safer sex at the college level. Each year colleges and universities invite her back to teach the essential rules to greater and safer sex. Maria then goes on to explain the rules in a very funny and frank manner. Maria reached headliner status in the top comedy clubs through out the US and Europe over 15 years ago.
Marian Van Eyk McCain: "The Elderwoman Website" www.elderwoman.org/
- Author of: "Transformation through Menopause", "ELDERWOMAN: reap the wisdom, feel the power, embrace the joy", and "The Lilypad List: 7 steps to the simple life". Located in Devon, England.
Mark Trevor: "Auto. Club of So. Calif. - Travel" www.aaa-calif.com/dosearch/offices2.aspx?oid=079
- AAA Members travel better with the support of one of America's largest full-service travel agencies. Mark can assist with cruises and tours, as well as flights, hotels, rental cars, and more! He is an award-winning agent for the AAA World Travel Office in Montrose, California.
Marlene Dixon: "Dial-a Granny" www.dial-a-granny.com
- Dial-A-Granny is a professional childcare service, which has been in business for 24 years. They supply nannies and babysitters to all of the major hotels on the Las Vegas Strip, Downtown hotels and private executive homes. They are licensed, bonded, and insured. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Their Grannies are actual grannies with their own children and grandchildren.
Marsha Scarbrough: "Exit Santa Fe Real Estate" www.exitsantafe.com/agents.html?filter=6807
- Marsha was a licensed California Realtor before moving to New Mexico in 2006. Now she enjoys helping people find their dream homes in the Land of Enchantment as a licensed New Mexico Realtor with Exit Santa Fe Real Estate.
Marsha Scarbrough: "O-Books" www.o-books.com/product_info.php?products_id=426
- "Medicine Dance: One woman's healing journey into the world of Native American sweatlodges, drumming meditations and dance fasts." USA Book News has named Marsha Scarbrough’s book a finalist in the New Age Non-Fiction category of its 2007 National Best Books Awards.
Matt & Claudia Wilson: "designETC" www.design-etc.com
- The company was founded in the belief that it is possible to create effective design without sacrificing concept or creativity. They are a small shop focused on a marriage of new and traditional techniques. They invite you to take a look at their work and decide for yourself whether or not they fit your needs.
Michael Mallory: "Official Homepage of Michael Mallory" www.michaelmallory.com
- Michael Mallory is an internationally recognized expert on the history and industry of animation. Since 1996, Mike has also scripted the International Animated Film Society ASIFA-Hollywood's annual Annie Awards Ceremony - the animation industry's Academy Award. Mike is also a member in good standing of the Mystery Writers of America. He is the same Michael Mallory who writes children's stories. Located in Glendale, California.
Michelle Ferber: "Frankel & Goldware, LLP" www.fastpitchnetworking.com/profiles3/Frankel--Goldware-Michelle-Ferber.html
- California Business, Labor and Employment & Estate Planning Attorneys: Ms. Ferber focuses on employment and other civil matters in state and federal courts. Located in San Ramon, California.
Mike Lawler: "Arcadia Publishing" www.arcadiapublishing.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=arcadia&Product_Code=0738530743&Product_Count=&Category_Code=
- Author Mike Lawler is the president of the Historical Society of the Crescenta Valley. Co-author Robert Newcombe is a writer who lives in the first house built on the hills east of Montrose, overlooking the Crescenta Valley. Together they have gathered more than 200 vintage photographs and maps from their collections and those of the society and the Glendale Public Library to produce this evocative volume. Profits go to the Historical Society of the Crescenta Valley.
Paul Finkel: "Piston Design" www.pistondesign.com
- Piston Design offers comprehensive photographic services for small and large companies. Specializing in architectural photography. Located in Austin, Texas.
Paula Shaw: "Imprint 24-7" www.imprint24-7.com; www.paulashaw.net/gemstones/; www.paulashaw.net/chakrasorder/
- IMPRINT 24-7 is a revolutionary new technology that harnesses the power of the water molecules in our bodies to quickly and easily support the manifestation of health, abundance, fulfilling relationships and much more.
- The Goddess Collection energy repatterning jewelry enhances a woman's feelings of confidence and well-being both emotionally and energetically.
- Book - "Chakras, The Magnificent Seven: Energy Centers for Healing: An Introduction to the Seven Major Chakras of the Energy System"
Pete Morris: "House Portraits by Pete" www.houseportraitsbypete.com
- Pete Morris, watercolor artist, can turn a photo of your home into a work of art. A hand painted watercolor of a home makes a unique and thoughtful gift. Pete is also painting a series called, "Rte. 66: Scenes along the Mother Road". Pete lives in Temple City, California.
Pilar Montaine: "Pilar Sings" www.pilarsings.com
- Professional singer from the San Francisco Bay area.
Rafael Jorge: "RJI - Rafael Jorge Investigations" www.rji.com
- RJI Services, Inc. is an investigative firm based in Los Angeles County (Burbank) and licensed by the State of California. They specialize in pre-employment screening and public records research & retrieval.
Richard DeBiaso: "Richard's Promotional Products" www.richards-promotionalproducts.com
- Founded in 1994, Richard's Promotional Products provide top-notch personalized promotional products for individuals and businesses to increase their market share. They also provide great customer support, quality products and competitive prices. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, California.
Richard Searles: "Earth Dance Music" www.earthdancemusic.com
- The music of Richard Searles blends elements of Celtic, Renaissance and World Music styles using both traditional and modern instruments to create a sound at once soothing and evocative. Located in Sherman Oaks, California.
Rick & Leslie Zanotti: "Relate" www.relate.com
- Founded in 1984, Relate's focus was, and remains, to provide business solutions that make sense for your particular needs. Originally an implementer of ERP (Financial and Distribution) systems, in 1995 they became a top provider of e-Learning and training solutions.
Ron Pollakov: "Ricoh - USA" www.univsvcs.northwestern.edu/Purchasing/vendors/ricoh.html
- Vendor: Ricoh Business Solutions (formerly Lanier Worldwide, Inc.) Product: Copiers, printers, fax machines, scanners, and customized software programs. Located in the Chicago area.
Seeroon Vassilian Yeretzian: "Roslin Art Gallery" www.roslin.com
- Roslin Art Gallery is a thriving center for art, a dynamic meeting point of centuries old Armenian art and contemporary fine art. A crossroad of art from the Armenian diaspora and Armenia, the gallery aspires to promote and introduce Armenian art, and to satisfy the palettes of art lovers and collectors. Located in Glendale, California.
Sheridan & Sayra Loungway: "Rough & Ready Fruit Jar Pickers" www.fruitjarpickers.com
- They are friends that sing and play music solely for the sheer joy of doing it. They are not a band in the usual sense, but a loosely knit group. Their audience sings along with gusto since most of the songs are well known favorites. Their large print songbooks refresh memories of forgotten lyrics. They call their style "Rough and Ready Bluegrass" since the Fruit Jar pickers relish taking liberties with the words and harmonies. Located in Rough and Ready, California.
Sherri Garner: "Sherri Garner Antiques" www.trocadero.com/Dragonwoman
- Sherri Garner Antiques is committed to offering you complete satisfaction in all of your antiques needs. We shop the world and draw upon 30 plus years of expertise. Want to consign a fine item? We will be delighted to market your specialized antiques and fine art. Located in upper New York State.
Stephanie Pflumm: "Ozark Rock Exchange" www.ozarkrockexchange.com/
- In mid-Spring of 1999 on top of a small Ozark Mountain in Eastern Douglas county Missouri, Ozark Rock Exchange was born. Life is a journey of changes and today Ozark Rock Exchange finds itself in Memphis Tennessee. Gemstones and Crystals: You'll discover 80 different polished and 40+ raw gemstones and crystals in the online catalog. Each gemstone listing includes a link to an article in the "Ore Features" archives that will show you that crystal's geology, history and healing traditions.
Steven Goren & Robert Goren: "Goren, Goren & Harris, PC" www.gorenlaw.com
- Goren, Goren & Harris is a law firm of Michigan and Ohio personal injury lawyers, helping clients nationwide. Their Ohio and Michigan personal injury lawyers co-counsel with attorneys in other states on personal injury (such as auto accidents), medical malpractice and class action cases. For more than three decades their personal injury lawyers have gotten record results for our clients. Located in the Detroit area.
Susan Horst: "SabinahOla Spirit Touch" www.compwellness.net/SabinahOla/
- Susan Horst is a Certified Massage Therapist, Reiki Master, and energetic healing practitioner. Her passion is facilitative healing, encouraging and assisting her clients to become their personal best on all levels -- physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Located in Denver, Colorado.
Taylor Whitney: "Preserving the Past" www.preservethepast.com
- In response to an increasing awareness that photographs, memorabilia, home movies & videos and literally history itself is deteriorating right before our eyes, Preserving the Past was established. Located in Rochester, New York.
Teresa Raschilla: "TRaschi Designs" www.TRaschiDesigns.com; www.TRaschiArt.com
- Teresa Raschilla is a Los Angeles native and recent transplant to Arcata, a small town on the Northern California coast. She has been drawing and painting her entire life. TRaschi Designs: We Provide Image Consultation services for businesses and individuals, helping you define the impression you want to make, and bringing it to life via business cards, letterhead, website design, logo creation, and more.
Todd & Melissa Finkel: "Craig O's Pizza & Pastaria" www.craigosonioncreek.com
- Craig O's Pizza & Pastaria is a family restaurant featuring home cooked Italian specialties. We invite you to enjoy great tasting authentic Italian pizza, pasta, and salads at budget-conscious prices. Located in Austin, Texas.
Yana Ungermann-Marshall: "Arcadia Publishing" - - www.arcadiapublishing.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=arcadia&Product_Code=0738531103&Product_Count=&Category_Code=
- Author Yana Ungermann-Marshall grew up on Pizzo Ranch Road at the top of Gould Canyon. Years later, when she returned to La Cañada, she repurchased her childhood home with her husband, Michael. She created the Manchester Boddy Library at Descanso Gardens and teaches at Glendale Community College. The vintage photographs she showcases here have been gathered from such sources as the Glendale Public Library, Lanterman House in La Cañada- Flintridge, Descanso Gardens, and other local archives.
