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.

A Portrait

Sit here and sit still…..Don’t move. I am about to paint a portrait of you. Let me start with your eyes….they are so wise. Think of all the things you have seen with those eyes. Trees….Hills…think about all the books that you have read with those eyes. Thrillers and romance novels. Your eyes are like […]

New York, part 2

I had been on so many subways and walked so much that my feet hurt. One evening while going back to Jeff’s apartment, there were two guys behind me that had ski masks on. They said, ”Hey give us your wallet!” I turned around dropped my pants to my ankles and screamed as loud as […]

New York, part 1

“Mom…Dad…I want to borrow some money. I need this money to buy a ticket to New York City and money for cab fares.” My mother said, “Where are you going to stay?” I told her that I had a friend named Jeffrey that said I can stay with him at his apartment until I get […]