While people can’t fill their stomachs or gas tanks, tax payers will be footing the bill for this. Thoughts?

Hey California. Make it count!

Tomorrow is Election Day in California. We have a new saying: “It’s time to put the red to bed.”

Time to put the red to bed!

After visiting the Alhambra in Granada I was inspired to read Washington Irving’s “Tales From the Alhambra,” kind of like reading a YouTube video!

And the vote for scariest depiction of Jesus goes to…

Spain is an amazing country! The Alhambra in Granada.

It can be said that our hot little haven has personality quirks which might be better stuffed in a laundry basket than hung out for all to see. manuelpadillajr.com/services/

A smile is the nicest gift you can give 😄

Palm Springs is more than just a pretty place…

You remember Wyeth’s “Christina’s World?” Well, this is “Chessie’s World.”

TSA Workers are essential. Write your reps before they go on a two-week recess.

why do haikus persist in showing amongst my feed like weeds in worn asphalt

I love this. Growing up, this was part of our culture and now it's immortalized!

Where there’s a weed there’s a way.

So happy, just did a one-year tally of my MG novel about a child who uses magic to bring his deported father home - 70 sales! Plus, I learned the L.A. County Department of Mental Health is using it as a tool for children traumatized by the ICE situation.

This presidency is like having a bad tooth that needs extraction, but your dentist is booked for a few years…

If you need a break from all the bleakness, here is an alternative… all we need is five good things a day. manuelpadillajr.com/services/

“Mistakes were made.” This is fast becoming the mantra of the Trump administration…

I live in Palm Springs and this weekend is Pride. To see all the rainbow banners festooning businesses filled my heart. not only because of what they represent, but rather what they say: "You are accepted and welcomed here!" So fortunate to live here. Happy Pride 2025!

Such an American affirming day! #nokingsprotest

Found this very cool puzzle on Amazon!

…and, course, there’s always this!

Watching clips on Robert Redford, I am reminded what “heroes” are. He was an actor, director, producer and environmental activist. Never heard him speak badly of anyone or vice versa. He portrayed characters which made us think and desire to be more. #RIP

The dangers lurking online may be hiding in plain sight... #blog #writer manuelpadillajr.com/services/

Is there any place more beautiful than Puerto Vallarta?

My dog's 99¢ chew toy just went to $2.48 - up 160%! Those tariffs sure are working... #tariff

Nothing like fireworks at The Hollywood Bowl! Happy 4th!

So happy! "Cheecho the Magnificent Magico," a tale of a boy, a magician and their quest to bring the boy's father home, is in the top 50 of Amazon's "Children's Hispanic and Latino Stories"! #writing #writers

Writers have you ChatGPT'ed your book? It's very enlightening. #WritingCommunity #writing #writingtips chatgpt.com?rdt_cid=5301...

I’m doing a giveaway on Goodreads. In one day I’ve had over 1,200 people enter to win! Right now the ebook is 0.99! At that price everybody wins. #WritingCommunity #writingq #writerslift #WritersUnite

A boy whose father leaves out of fear of deportation, learns he has magic powers and befriends a broken down magician to help bring his father home. Is his magic powerful enough to bring his father back? www.amazon.com/Cheecho-Magn...

My new novel "Cheecho the Magnificent Magico" is about a boy who discovers he has magic powers and wants to use them to bring his deported father back home. Given today's climate, any pointers on how I should market (immigration is not the focus of the book, only a plot device)? #writers

Still processing my trip to Machu Picchu. I sense it is a mystical place with many secrets. #peru #machupicchu #travel

So excited. I’ve finished proofread/edit #7 of my relationship memoir. Time to start querying agents.

Nothing is more refreshing than a rain storm in Palm Springs in June!

WANTED: Writing sympaticos looking to expand the breadth of their writing skills/circle while avoiding the political swamp that has overtaken the social media world. Looking for writing followers that I can learn from and follow...