My Knee, part 2

I had an idea. “I will go to the drugstore and get a knee brace.” It was nude color so maybe no one will notice. Well people noticed …and said, “What’s wrong with your knee?Did you hurt it?” I opened up a can of worms. Doctor S. wanted to have a serious talk with me. […]

My Knee, part 1

It was 2009…I got out of bed and my right knee was hurting. I did all my leg stretches and the pain was still there. I took a warm bath and felt that would do the trick. Well…It didn’t….I went to the kitchen and got my light blue ice bag. I filled it with ice […]

A Favor…

I want to ask you a favor. Jay Leno is a wonderful man. I have known him for decades. Please keep him and his wife Mavis in your prayers. Thank you.

Derrick’s, part 3

The famous composer Henry and Ginny Mancini came in often. They invited me to their home in Malibu for brunch. “Hello my name is Paula. I own a company called Willow Tree. I see you can lose a little weight there Richard.” She handed me her card and I went the next day. I walked […]

Derrick’s, part 2

When the phone rang, I would answer and say, “Please hold we are very busy.” Then, I would come back and say, “Sorry you were on hold so long… Five people at 7:30? We will see you then.” When we opened, I had to make sure that the tables were in order. Maroon tablecloths and […]

Derrick’s, part 1

I hope you enjoyed Friday’s message about painting a portrait of you. Now… where was I? With the money I saved working at the Autopub, I flew back to New Orleans for a few days. I let my parents know that I was going to Los Angeles to find fame and fortune. They both rolled […]

Piece of My Heart (song)

I was inspired because my brother went to Vietnam. When he left, I was heartbroken. I wrote this for all the people whose spouses go fight for us.

The Weekend

I do not post messages on the weekend. I thought you all could take a break from what I have to say. lol… But promise me this…you will eat healthy and exercise …. Next week I take you to Derrick’s restaurant in Los Angeles.