Concerns That Stretch Across Continents

Concerns That Stretch Across Continents

Only if we understand, will we care. Only if we care, will we help. Only if we help shall all be saved. ~ Jane Goodall By Mary O’KEEFE Above is the opening quote on the Phil Simon Clinic website and perhaps best states the foundation of this philanthropic arm of Huntington Memorial Hospital. Phil Simon […]

It’s Not Just About the Climb

It’s Not Just About the Climb

By Mary O’KEEFE There are those who open their hearts to others … who never think twice about giving of themselves. They are the wonderful warmhearted people who make all the difference in our lives. ~ Gilda Radner When people are told they have cancer there are many things that can go through their minds. […]

Pretty, Purple and Poisonous

By Mary O’KEEFE It is a welcome sight for those who hike and camp in the Angeles National Forest to see vegetation bloom after the devastation of the Station Fire, but there is one plant that although beautiful must be admired from afar. The Poodle-dog bush is a called a fire flower because it appears […]

Beautiful but Itchy

By Mary O’KEEFE and Jessy SHELTON The Angeles National Forest is coming back to life after the devastating Station Fire of almost two years ago. Some areas are carpeted with beautiful purple flowers that pose as a perfect bouquet just waiting to be picked for the dinner table. But don’t let those petals fool you […]