Jay Dee

This is a letter written by a young man to his father who was in his life for only a short time.

In my over 35 years of getting stuff published, I have picked up a few insights that might help you.

Is time a commodity to be traded like oil futures?

Only Heckle and Jeckle wold be funnier--and more qualified to lead

He told us to hope, we listened....

Twice in one week, Senator Barack Obama showed why he should be President of the United States of America

Pundits, whatever they are, are over analyzing this years election.

Check out these odd museums of the mind (kidneys and livers, too).

Wal-Mart, the retail behemoth often accused of predatory practices, is being opposed by a coalition of groups who want to keep the company out of the seaside town of Ventura, California

The Ivory Tower is a new totally free to use web site where author's and artists can go to find markets for their work!

On Super Duper Tuesday the nation will speak.

Ever wonder what those other people do who are listed in movie credits?

If you want to get the most out of your birding adventures, this Audubon can help!

All across America and Canada, hotels and cooking schools are opening up their doors to would-be chefs.

If you are into hiking, no greater challenge awaits you then the challenge of the greatest canyon of them all.

All of of Bush's claims behind his reasons for invading Iraq have been proven to be false which only leaves one reason to be true: He wants their oil.

Christmas has Santa, Easter has the rabbit, St. Pat's has the leprechaun, now Halloween has---Captain Halloween!!

With sounds reminiscent of Gun's N Roses, The Who, and Pink Floyd, this band provides a versatile new sound that will appeal to any rock music fan.

For the second time in September 2007, a massive march on Washington D.C. is planned in a effort to end the war in Iraq.

A meteorite lands in the fictionalized town of Moo and in a real Peruvian village with both having similar results...

With the "death" of the Carver, one of the all time great television characters, this series lost a little of its magic.

Tired of being manipulated by Bush and his pals?

In a September 5, 2007, press release, GroomGroove.com, announced their new web site for the man of the hour. On their web site, you will find advice and guidance on everything from planning your wedding day to what it takes to be a great groomsman.

Sen. Barack Obama addresses the problems America is facing at a rally in Santa Barbara, CA

More short-shorts

Colony Collapse Disorder is real, it is here, and it must be dealt with now. There is no time to lose.

For most people, especially those who follow celebrity news, Santa Ynez, CA is somewhat notoriously known as the home of Wonderland, Michael Jackson's enormous estate which is fitted with carnival rides and a private zoo.

Another new resource for victims of this terrible disease.

I felt bad enough when I first learned I was going deaf. Then I found that my health insurance wouldn't help me with hearing aids and I felt much worse. I was forced to live with the oncoming silence for many years afterward.

Ventura County line has always been a favorite place to surf but only became well known in the mid-1960's thanks to the Beach Boys.

Minstrels have been telling stories in song since time out of mind, the tradition continues today...

New FDA ordered labeling hurt sales of some products; class action lawsuit also in the works.

For over 70 years, William "Bill" Hammaker has been professing peace to all who will listen, just because he is 99 years old does not mean he will be stopping anytime soon.

How many songs with this theme are on your top 10 list?

For years the city of Fillmore, located in Ventura County, California has allowed the sale of "safe and sane" fireworks, the only catch is that the use or possession of these fireworks becomes a crime when you leave the city limits!

You have to be a great local band to get gigs for nearly 20 years; Urban Dread is all over that...

Not every man has the ability to be the President, nor does every woman. Senator Hillary Clinton has what it takes!

You have to sell a lot of hot dogs in order to stay open for nearly 15 years!

Where else can you spend less than $10.00 and have a book of short stories that you assembled? Perhaps nowhere except on Amazon.com Shorts!

Since 1986 this restaurant has been taking patrons on short trips to Italy one delicious dish at a time.

Here is a place where you can have the Pacific Ocean as a front yard for only $25 a day!

Want to journey back in time to the Beach Boy days of the 1960's? The hop to The Spot and enjoy a great burger cooked to your order.

If you are REALLY hungry but don't want to break the bank to pay for a great meal, Danny's Delicatessen in Ventura, California is for you!

Are you tired of seeing all the death and destruction in Iraq and tired of seeing our children's future being mortgaged for reasons known only to Bush and his cronies? If you are, here is the way to end it.

The short story is NOT dead; this article provides you with the two key ingredients needed to write a great short story.

This out of the way beach is unknown even to people who live in the area.

If you ever wanted to be someone you are not, even for just a day, the Costume Alley will help you on your way.

After 12 years of using what ever was the cheapest men's hair coloring, I decided to settle on one product. This article tells the process I used to make my decision.

Here is some advice on how to get your letter to the editor accepted for publication from someone who has had hundreds of letters printed since 1972.

The small, cozy atmosphere of the Livery Theatre makes the comedy improv group's performances even more hilarious. You feel as is you are on stage with them and you can be-they do hold classes!

Before the songs are written or the music is recorded, a band needs to use their imagination to dream up a name to call themselves. Sometimes they accomplish this task by using lots of perspiration but most of the time they do it by using pure inspiration...

Want to read a small book of short stories while having your coffee? Then this Highway 101 collection is for you! Seven short stories told in exactly 101 words each, go ahead and count them.

He was born among humans, yet he has no desire to be with them. He is told that he is an Earthling, yet the thought of residing in he stars offers him greater comfort than standing on his native planet's soil, a planet populated with a race he cannot identify with.

The word "selfish" has been misused for so long, the incorrect meaning of the word is now the norm and the word has taken on a bad connotation. This is an injustice. To be selfish is the way man should live. I wrote this article to right this wrong.

So, how did you find out that there is no Santa Claus? This is how I handled the situation when my son asked me this dreaded question. My experience may help you when the time comes...