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From San Clemente, with Love JUNE 2017 "Strength does not come from physical capacity.

It comes from an indomitable will."

- Mahatma Gandhi

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Welcome, June, how we Love you!

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

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In this issue, we once again spotlight 'Special Spaces' with a heartfelt story of a young man named Trevor Salman RICH & GIDGET who is battling a serious illness using his indomitable will.

The strength of the community was shown as a number of residents and fellow classmates from San Clemente came together, not only to donate their time and efforts to help transform his room into something special but also to greet him upon his arrival at home when it was unveiled to him and his wonderful family.

This town has some truly Special People who care; we should all feel grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such honorable company.

Speaking of honor, we also have a feature story on longtime resident and artist Rick J. Delanty. His contributions are well known and his art is spectacular. Please show your support by attending his annual home show June 3-4. Also worth reading is an article on four local board shapers who create art and pure stoke out of foam and fiberglass. We wish we could have included everyone, but here in San Clemente, that would have been overwhelming.

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June 2017

Departments

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8

Good Times

10

Culinary Creations

12

Hops & Vine

23

Giving Back

28

Artist’s Palette

32

Lifestyle Calendar

34

Parting Thoughts

12 Good Hops

Beer Tasting Guide

18 Shaping The Way

San Clemente Surfboard Shapers

23 Trevor's Dream Bedroom Revealed

Trevor Salman, Recipient of Special Spaces Orange County Bedroom Remodel

28 Inspired by Life

Rick J. Delanty on Painting and Being Active Outdoors

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Culinary Creations

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A dark, full-

and smooth,

popular craft beer

wheat ales and

unfiltered style

as a Shandy, a

bodied, roasty,

an easy-drinking

styles; a hoppy,

lagers, brewers

of German wheat

refreshing, low-

malty ale with a

beer known for

moderately strong

can choose from a

beer with refreshing

alcohol drink

complementary

its simplicity

ale of golden-to-

variety of fruits for

flavors of banana

combining beer

oatmeal flavor

copper color

the desired flavor

and clove

and citrus soda

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Serve it up cold

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The “hefe” prefix

Ask for Boulevard’s

Combine Buffalo

with grilled burgers

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perfect for a hot day

means “with yeast”

Ginger-Lemon Radler

Sweat + Ginger Ale

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WHAT YOU NEED

WHAT YOU DO

4 1/2 cups peanuts, raw and shelled 2 cups sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup water

Bring peanuts, sugar, salt and water to a boil and boil until liquid is completely absorbed (25-30 mins). Spread nuts on lightly-greased pan, sprinkle with salt and bake 20 minutes.

Remove, stir and bake 20 minutes more.

Recipe from Food.com

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x i M ex h C s Ber Nut

WHAT YOU NEED 4 cups Corn Chex cereal 4 cups Rice Chex cereal 2 cups pretzels 1 1/2 cups beer nuts 1/2 cup brown ale beer 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

s t u N r e Clasic B

WHAT YOU DO Mix cereals, pretzels and nuts in a large microwavable bowl. In 4-cup microwavable measuring cup, place ale and microwave on high, uncovered,

MAKE-IT-YOURSELF SNACKS

for 4-6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until reduced to 1/4 cup. Add brown sugar, butter, chili powder, salt and cayenne. Microwave on

s n a c e P y Spic WHAT YOU NEED

high 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Pour over cereal mixture and coat evenly. Microwave on high 6-8 minutes until just browned, stirring WHAT YOU DO

1 tablespoon coarse salt 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika 1/2 cup sugar 2 large egg whites 5 cups pecans

Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

Recipe from MarthaStewart.com

Reduce temp to 250 degrees and cook for 10

every 2 minutes.

Recipe from BettyCrocker.com

Combine salt, cayenne pepper, paprika and sugar in a bowl. In a medium bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy. Add spice mixture and pecans. Spread on baking sheets into a single layer and bake for 15 minutes at 300 degrees. minutes. Let cool before serving.

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Hops & Vine

Good Hops BEER TASTING GUIDE

ARTICLE KAT SCHUSTER | PHOTOGRAPHY RICH SAUNDERS

BEER NAME:

BREWERY:

STYLE:

Asylum Left Coast

Belgian Tripel

WHAT’S THE FLAVOR:

Honey, cherry, mahogany

AROMA:

PRICE TAG:

ABV:

$4, $11, $18

11.8% APPEARANCE:

Hazy golden and dusty hazel.

LIGHT

DARK

Honey and tart apple

WOULD TASTE BEST WITH:

HOP RATING:

Tripel beers and basil go together like peas and carrots...or something to that effect. Try a pesto pizza with the Asylum. You’ll find that the carbonated and sweet hops of this beer cut through any creamy and cheesy dish while merging with vegetables mixed in.

This hoppy delight will also play nicely with a spicier dish such as a peppery cioppino or arabiatta sauce.

FINAL COMMENTS:

Left Coast offers a cozy atmosphere with a surfy vibe. Tucked away in what appears to be an industrial area, this space is a great alternative to the downtown drag. Bring a few friends and ask for a flight; they have board games.

OVERALL:

This brew is tantalizingly sweet to the taste with a hoppy and carbonated edge—enough to leave your mouth tingling with satisfaction. It boasts a sweetness that is perfectly balanced with hops and tart flavors.

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Hops & Vine

BEER NAME:

BREWERY:

STYLE:

(CON TI N U ED)

Unicorn Juice Artifex

American wheat with passion fruit

WHAT’S THE FLAVOR:

Passion fruit, honeydew melon

AROMA:

PRICE TAG:

ABV:

$2, $4, $5.5

5.5% APPEARANCE:

Banana yellow mixed and golden sunshine

LIGHT

DARK

tropical and nectarous

WOULD TASTE BEST WITH:

HOP RATING:

This magical Unicorn Juice is so palatable that it would almost pair with anything. Almost. If you want to really awaken the powers within this forbidden elixir, think pan-seared chicken, light colored cheeses and anything with lemon. The flavors within this beer are so unique, that it stands on its own quite nicely.

OVERALL:

They say don’t drink the Unicorn Juice—oh wait that’s cool aid. Nevermind, this spellbinding beer is so herbaceous and light, it will leave your palate soaring on cloud 9. This is definitely what we’d call a patio beer, you could drink it all day in the sunshine.

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FINAL COMMENTS:

Artifex is very, well, artsy. It has a very out on the town feel, even though this brewery is also located in what looks to be an industrial or business zone. With lights strung across an open concept patio and a mural on the wall by the bar of beer being poured into a person’s mouth, you can see that Artifex holds true to its name. The beer tenders are personable and excited about the taps. They also serve chips and salsa from El Nopalito which is a huge bonus, huge.

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Shaping The Way San Clemente Surfboard Shapers

Matt Biolos

This June marks 30 years of residence in San Clemente for

1755 N. El Camino Real that fea-

Matt Biolos, and he’s been shaping surfboards just as long. Biolos

tures a selection of used boards, trade

started shaping boards in Capo Beach, working for the likes of

in team boards, factory blems and other marked

Ron House, Herbie Fletcher, Jim Nudo and Tom “Suds” Sutherland,

down items.

back in the summer of 1987. Before that, he was influenced by oth-

Long-time San Clemente local, Biolos says he likes how El

ers like Randy Sleigh, Timmy Patterson, Rick Rock, Chris Santley,

Camino Real and the Del Mar area still have a small-town feel. He

Jim Fuller and Chris McElroy.

likes the weather and the summer south swells. He enjoys Trestles,

He is currently co-owner, shaper and designer at Lost Surfboards

the beach breaks and the classic San O surf culture. He says San

by Mayhem and you can find his boards at one of two Catalyst retail

Clemente is a mecca of surfing and California surf culture, which

stores in San Clemente. If you visit Catalyst at 124 S. El Camino Real,

boosts business for the community as well.

you’ll find the world’s largest selection of Lost surfboards, apparel and accessories. There is also a factory outlet in North Beach at 18

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When it comes to his favorite spot to surf, “Lowers,” Biolos says, “…of course.”

Photo by: JP Van Swae

Timmy Patterson T i m m y Patterson been

has

shaping

surfboards for more than

35

Patterson

years.

T.

Surfboards

was founded in 1980 and is newly located at 1421 N. El Camino Real, Suite F, in North Beach . Before opening his shop, Timmy shaped boards at Hobie in Dana Point, and learned from guys like Dale Velzy, Chris McElroy, Mickey Munoz and Terry Martin. He was also influenced and inspired by Terry Senate, Phill Edwards, Randy Sleigh, and Ben Aipa.

Timmy’s involvement in the surf industry dates back farther than his time at Hobie, however. His father, Ronald Patterson and uncles, Robert and Raymond Patterson got involved in the industry in the 1950’s. Known as a family of legends, the Pattersons have a rich history with surfing and shaping. Check out the website for more information on their history at TPattersonSurfboards.com.

Whether you’re looking for a fast shortboard, competition longboard, classic longboard, fish/pig, hybrid or egg, your board is in good hands with Timmy. He’s been entrusted by many surfers over the years, including professionals, and is dedicated to continuously applying his knowledge, skill, feedback and research to produce the best surfboards on the market.

In more recent years, Timmy has been broadening his reach by taking his shaping skills around the world. He’s been working with top surfers around the world in places like Hawaii, Bali, Portugal, Brazil and Peru to create the best surfboard for each and every type of surfing experience and wave.

His business-home-base in North Beach is just steps away from the ocean and some of San Clemente’s surf spots, such as 204’s. It’s unclear where Timmy’s favorite spot to surf in San Clemente is. When asked about his favorite spot, he wouldn’t comment. Perhaps it’s best left to the imagination.

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SHAPING THE WAY (CON TI N U ED)

Photo by: Rich Saunders

Reid Lingenfelter Reid Lingenfelter got his start making surfboards about seven years

given

day

ago, by sweeping the floors and wiping down boards at the renowned

at either of his

Waterman’s Guild in Santa Ana. While there, he worked hard and even-

favorite spots to surf in San

tually got trained in sanding and polishing boards. Gaining inspiration

Clemente, which are Church and San

not only from his father, Ron Lingenfelter who managed the shop at the

O. The long board is geared for riding on the nose

time, but from the likes of Bruce Jones and Jed Noll, he took his love of art

and hanging ten, while the fish, says Reid, is designed for a

and surfing and put his hard work to use shaping surfboards.

fast and radical ride. The finless board is a newer concept he has been

Currently, Reid shapes boards at Loner Surf Club at 1607 Calle

exploring the last couple of years.

Lago in North Beach, which is owned by Ron. With their combined

Reid loves Church and San O because of their consistent good

experience and passion for surfboards, the father-son duo decided

waves, good vibes and good surf community. About San Clemente as

to open the shop in 2014.

a whole, he says he loves how it’s such a cool, tight community.

Under his label, ARCHAiC, Reid specializes in long, fish and finless boards. He says with those three boards; you can have fun on any 20

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“Everyone knows everyone,” says Reid, “and there’s a small-town, homey vibe.”

Photo by: Rich Saunders

Eric Rumaner Eric Rumaner has been building surfboards since 1987. He says as a kid; he couldn’t afford to buy a lot of boards, so he got really good at doing ding repairs. One day, while he was buying resin, he saw some Clark foam for sale and he was hooked from that moment on.

He logged many trial and error hours which eventually led him to San Clemente to shape boards. He started out shaping with Chris McElroy and Randy Sleigh and then landed a job with Timmy Patterson. He says he got most of his shaping skills through working with Patterson, and still uses those skills today.

Rumaner is currently a shaper for Basham’s Factory and Surfshop in North Beach. He has a full rack of Rumaner Surfboards at the shop, and you can also place custom orders. The shop is located at 213 Calle De Los Molinos. You can even make an appointment with Rumaner online at BashamsSurfshop.com to chat about your dream board. He says he mostly shapes high-performance

competition

boards,

but he also shapes anything that can be dreamed up.

When he has time, Rumaner prefers to surf at Lowers, but he often ends up surfing at T-Street. He says elsewhere in the world; he loves surfing in Indonesia. His home since 1995, he loves everything about San Clemente.

“It’s the best climate in America!” Rumaner says.

He also loves the consistent surf, good people, and small-town feel.

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TREVOR’S DREAM BEDROOM REVEALED Trevor in his new dream bedroom

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Giving Back

(CON TI N U ED)

T

revor Salman was the most recent recipient of a Special Spaces Orange County dream bedroom remodel. Trevor

was diagnosed with leukemia last September and was selected to receive a remodel by the Special Spaces team. The remodel took place the weekend of March 11-12, and the reveal happened on Sunday, March 12. Along with the Special Spaces OC team, students from the San Clemente High School Special Spaces Club worked together to assemble furniture, paint, create signs and prepare food for the event. There were also volunteers from Lion Heart Club Organization, and other volunteers who helped make the event a success.

Through conversations with Trevor about his interests and dreams, director of Special Spaces Orange County, Paula Oblen and her team decided to base the bedroom remodel around a music and surfing theme. In one corner of the room hangs a photograph of Kelly Slater surfing a wave, as well as a brand new acoustic guitar. The team also took a key-

board Salman had sitting on his dresser and turned it into a combination desk/keyboard so he could do homework or play piano all in one spot.

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Trevor's bedroom, after

Trevor's finished bedroom

Trevor's bedroom, before

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Paula and her group of volunteers

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Giving Back

(CON TI N U ED)

Trevor's bedroom, after

The Special Spaces team got supplies from Closet World to redo The Special Spaces team got supplies from Closet World to redo Salman’s closet and to install a Murphy bed so he could utilize that space for multiple purposes such as hanging out and playing music with friends. RECwood donated wood panels the team used to redo his ceiling. Oblen says the team used creative and smart design to transform the room into a place where Salman could get multiple uses out of a single space. The desk/keyboard piece was custom-designed and built by the team.

On the day of the reveal, nearly 150 people lined the cul-de-sac of the Salman home. Trevor says the experience was exciting for him. His mother, Dawn Salman says it was a little overwhelming.

She says it blew her mind how many people worked together to make the remodel a reality. The family had spent the weekend out of town, and when they came home for the reveal, she says it was neat to see how many people showed up to welcome her son to his new bedroom. Trevor says it was nice to know so many people were willing to do that for him.

“It made me feel important to people,” he says, “and it made me feel good about myself.”

Trevor was pleased about the way the room turned out. When he was in the hospital, he got more into playing music. He had already been playing piano beforehand but got more into it while in the hospital. He also picked up playing guitar while he was there. Music is something he could focus on to carry him through while undergoing chemotherapy. He says now, when he walks into his room, he’s motivated to keep playing.

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Trevor's bedroom, before

Oblen says the Special Spaces team understood how important music was to Trevor in his journey with leukemia. Another piece of the remodel was a framed quote by his favorite musician, John Bellion: “Maybe I don’t know and maybe that’s ok.”

Trevor went through four rounds of chemotherapy. After the first round, the cancer went into full remission. He’s been out of the hospital for about two months now and says it’s nice to be going back to school and to have everything go back to normal. Even though there’s a chance the cancer will return, the Salmans say there are a lot of factors that play into it and a lot of those factors are in Trevor’s favor. Dawn says she has faith this is something the family went through for a reason, and she’s thankful for the support of Trevor’s doctors and nurses.

She also thanks God for where they are now, and she recognizes how important it is to have the support of others.

“We need people.” she says. “It made a huge difference knowing that people were thinking of and praying for us.”

Oblen, the Special Spaces Orange County team, the San Clemente High School Special Spaces Club members and the rest of the volunteers who pitched in to make Trevor’s dream bedroom become a reality made a difference as well. Dawn and Trevor are grateful for all the support and efforts that went into the remodel.

Trevor is happy with his new room and says there’s a welcoming, exciting and motivating vibe every time he walks in.

Trevor with his parents, Steve and Dawn Salman

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Artist’s Palette

Outpouring, Horseshoe Falls, 36x48

ARTICLE LINDSAY LINEGAR

Inspired 28

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by Life RICK J. DELANTY ON PAINTING AND BEING ACTIVE OUTDOORS

L

ife lessons can be learned anywhere. For artist Rick J. Delanty, sports and painting have played important

roles in creating a unique lifestyle.

His San Clemente Home Studio and Gallery is filled with breathtaking original paintings, large and small.

Scenes from the California coast, including some from our beloved Spanish-Village-by-the-Sea, invite collectors to appreciate the power and beauty of nature.Â

Casa Romantica Gardens, 18x24

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Artist’s Palette

(CON TI N U ED)

Half and Half, 24x48

Delanty has been a professional Plein Air and studio painter

“To create a painting, I think as much about design and message

since 1981. His work has been exhibited six times at the Laguna

as I do the scene that's in front of me,” says Delanty. “To communicate

Festival of Arts and has been included in museum exhibitions

with the viewer, I need to create an enhanced effect that conveys my

and collections including the Laguna Beach Museum of Art, the

feelings about nature.”

Oceanside Museum of Art and the Irvine Museum. Since 2008,

Delanty says his painting is an interaction between his spirit and

Delanty has participated in several Plein Air competitions includ-

the spirit that he senses in God’s creation. He believes that the reality

ing the Laguna Plein Air Invitational and the Maui Invitational, as

we see is only the shadow or reflection of an eternal reality, and all of

well as competitions in Borrego, San Luis Obispo and Sedona.

his work is centered on giving form to that belief.

He is an artist member of the California Art Club and a Signature

Delanty paints outdoors because he loves being outdoors. He is also

member of several professional societies, including Laguna Plein

an avid outdoor athlete. He has run 64 marathons to date, including

Air Painters (LPAPA), American Impressionist Society (AIS) and

the Boston Marathon (three times) and the New York marathon. His

the Salmagundi Club of New York.

favorite races to run have been Boston, Big Sur, New York, and San

Locally, Delanty has contributed his work in various ways. He cre-

Diego. He also completed the Hawaiian International Ironman Triathlon

ated the Triton school mascot logo for San Clemente High School

in both 1981 and 1982. He has participated in various long-distance

where he spent 32 years teaching painting and drawing. He also

swimming events as well, including the La Jolla Rough Water and

created the Ocean Festival's King Neptune, as well as co-designed

Frogman 3-miler, the San Clemente Ocean Festival, and the Oceanside

the SC city flag. He has donated art to city offices on Negocio, at City

pier swim. His favorite event to date has been the Pier-to-Pier “Quest”,

Hall, the Community Center, Parks and Recreation and Ole Hanson

a 23-mile run-swim-run event between San Clemente and Balboa Pier,

Pool. You can also find his mural design at the San Clemente pier.

which annually attracts a number of lifeguards.

Through his art, Delanty’s love for and appreciation of nature

There are lessons from being an athlete that have transferred to his

is evident. His various paintings of landscapes and seascapes

daily life, and to his painting. Delanty says heightened awareness of

contain colors and contrasts that inspire the viewer to experience

nature and appreciation for life are two significant benefits. He has

nature more personally.

also gained a greater capacity for perseverance, patience, vision,

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First Ocean Festival, 1976

creativity, self-discipline, and spiritual connection through being active. He says being active has given him a greater appreciation for the privilege it is to be and feel alive.

Whether participating in outdoor sports or painting outdoors, his connection to nature runs deep.

“When we are in nature, we are at one with the universe in which we were created by God to live," says Delanty. "Every time I run or paint, I feel like I am coming home," In early June, Delanty is hosting his 21st

Painting at Montage Resort, Laguna Beach

Annual Home Studio & Gallery Exhibition and Sale. There will be approximately 60 original paintings of the California coastline on view in his home gallery, including San Clemente and far-off places, along with music and refreshments. All are welcome.

This weekend event is Saturday, June 3 from 12-9 p.m. and Sunday, June 4 from 1-6 p.m. The gallery and studio is located in Forster Ranch.

Directions and an online preview may be found at DelantyFineArt.com. Partial proceeds from the event will benefit Family Assistance Ministries.

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THE GIFT OF BEING FUNNY

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ARTICLE DONNA BOND

he definition of the word Evolved: to

We want to feel good about and within our-

This is really about our collective evolution.

develop gradually, especially from a

selves. We want to feel lighter, more expansive,

Not just men, but every human being on this

simple to a more complex form. To arise or

more joyful. We want to be present in the NOW

sweet earth. Most of us are so often ruled by

transform through evolutionary processes.

moments of life, and humor invokes all of these

our egos, by Maslow’s hierarchy of needs of

I am so grateful to be in an incredible mar-

qualities. Ultimately, the experience of feeling

safety and security, by the foolish misbeliefs

riage and relationship with someone whom I

good raises our consciousness. What the world

that keep us trapped in a limited life. Allowing

consider evolved. He is respectful, loving, gen-

needs is a lot more feeling good.

ourselves to be the lightness and love that

erous, kind, funny and soulful. He’s a thinker.

In my teachings as a coach, I encourage

we naturally are is the path of awakening.

He takes information in and ponders it before

my clients to follow their joy – which is a

The gradual development (or what I would

jumping to a conclusion about anything. He is

vibrational equivalent of playful laughter. The

call the gradual revealing) of the Authentic

gentle and caring. Spiritually attuned, support-

purpose of reaching for what brings us joy is

Self. It touches our infinite nature. The part of

ive, compassionate and creative. Lucky me. But

that it vibrationally puts us into what Abraham

us that is connected to All That Is. That space

that’s only my definition of an evolved man.

calls ‘The Vortex’. The Vortex is that vibrational

within us is pure joy and upliftment.

But, I thought that before I made broad

state of being where we are able to rendez-

As I think about ways in which our world will

assumptions on the qualities of an Evolved

vous with the perfect health, well-being and

move forward, how it can evolve, it is in residing

Man, I should probably ask a few women what

the physical manifestations of our heart's

in that space where humor takes us. It momen-

they think. I posted a survey on Facebook

desire. It allows us to be more of our authentic

tarily frees us of our troubles, our challenges, our

asking women for the top five qualities they

selves. When we follow our joy, our laughter,

struggles. And when we are in joyful laughter we

believed defined an Evolved Man.

we are naturally led to who we truly are. Divine

can just float up, like the proverbial balloon.

Collectively, the number one most popular quality was Humor. Being funny.

love - be it masculine or feminine.

The Dalai Lama, whom I consider to be one

We all want to be uplifted.

of the most evolved men on the planet today, in

This reminds me of my husband’s match

Could that be what it’s all about? That we

his book, My Spiritual Journey, refers to himself

profile, which is where we met. In it he wrote,

simply want to feel good about ourselves? To

“My most marketable asset is humor. So

lighten up?

as a self-proclaimed “professional laugher”.

I acknowledge the evolved men in our

you’d better like shoot-the-milk-out-your-

What makes you happy? What makes you

life that can bring humor into their life

nose laughing or the deal’s off”. This not only

come alive? What makes your heart sing?

experience. Not only for themselves but for

made me really laugh out loud, and he has

What lifts you up? What makes you laugh?

the people they interact with and for the

delivered as advertised, but it also reminds

You don’t need an evolved man (or woman)

healing of the world. You help us float up to

me of my father who would get laughing with

in your life to have these things. Yet, they will

that higher place. To the upper atmosphere

us kids and do just that with milk out of his

likely show up when you are there yourself.

where all of the love, peace, joy, health and

nose. Oh, it used to get my mom pissed!

Learning that humor is the number one quality women are seeking makes perfect sense.

Laughter and humor lets us float up.

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