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2014 Wishes and Observations

December 24, 2013December 24, 2013 Joelle CasteixAbout me

  I am not your friend (either in the real world or in social media), because I agree with all of your beliefs. I am your friend because I DON’T. And that is magic. Our differing beliefs make you interesting, challenge me to stretch my thinking, and make my life fuller. When someone wishes you…Continue reading 2014 Wishes and Observations

Larkin’s Gift

October 9, 2013 Joelle CasteixAbout me

It’s too easy to forget that many memories are magic and that a entire lifetime of love can come from something as simple as a Santa Ana neighborhood. This morning, my dad and I went to the funeral of Larkin Bean. He’s the kid in the brown shirt smack in the middle of the front…Continue reading Larkin’s Gift

Adios, Br. Thing!

August 17, 2012 Joelle CasteixAbout me

Thomas Thing, a former Franciscan brother, was recently fired from his job as the student activities director at a LA college when details of two child sex abuse lawsuits against him became public. University of the West in Rosemead also got access to more than 500 pages of Thing’s personnel file (released as a part…Continue reading Adios, Br. Thing!

Makes me wish I liked beer …

May 31, 2012May 31, 2012 Joelle CasteixAbout me

However, the irony of the name of the brewery will not be lost on some …

It’s not all about bustin’ bad guys

March 30, 2012April 5, 2012 Joelle CasteixAbout me

Sometimes, I get to be a part of something beautiful. You should come see us (when we are actually wearing make-up and concert dress).  

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