Photography by Ian L. Sitren

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The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Moving Wall

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Moving Wall in Desert Hot Springs, California through May 20th. Of the age generations of that time, we all served or have friends or family who served. The Vietnam War shaped all of those of us in one way or another.

The Moving Wall is a half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C. First displayed in 1984, it travels throughout the United States.

National Pizza Party Day

OK here it is, National Pizza Party Day! And pretty much any reason is a good reason to have Pizza. America’s favorite… Pepperoni. The first Pizza establishment in the U.S. opened in New York’s Little Italy in 1905. More of my food photos on my website at http://SecondFocus.com Thanks! May 17, 2024

International Pickle Day

Not to be confused with National Pickle Day, today May 16th is International Pickle Day. We really find them on everything, but I hope that excludes Pizza. The most popular is the Dill Pickle. My own memories very much relate them to Deli restaurants. More of my fun food photos on my website at http://SecondFocus.com Thanks!

National BBQ Day

Today May 16th is National BBQ Day. Why it was created to sometimes be on a weekday instead of a Sunday makes no sense to me. But I didn’t do it. What I did do is photograph barbecued ribs because what says BBQ more than ribs! More of my food photographs on my website at http://SecondFocus.com Take a look, they are fun. Thanks!

Casting Shadows

Very exciting to be in another show at the Artists Center at the Galen. “Casting Shadows: Dimensional Art” opening reception this Thursday, May 16th, from 4-6pm. Yes I have a photograph in the show but with some added pieces to make it “Dimensional”. I won’t tell you what it is but if you come I will introduce you to Monique, the Sushi Chef. The reception is free so stop on by. The Artists Center at the Galen, 72-567 Hwy 111, Palm Desert California. Thanks!

Aerial Firefighters

A Hercules C-130 aerial tanker landing during training exercises in Palm Springs. From Coulson Aviation equipped with a 4,000 gallon roll-on roll-off tanking system. 05-12-2024
A Boeing 737 converted to an aerial tanker landing during training exercises in Palm Springs. From Coulson Aviation, it takes 43,000 technician hours to become a Coulson FireLiner. 05-12-2024

National Hostess CupCake Day

Introduced on May 10, 1919 but first sold on May 11th, which is why today is National Hostess CupCake Day. Originally they were two for 5 cents. In case you were wondering; the vanilla creme is injected through the top and then the icing is added. More of my food photos on my website at http://SecondFocus.com Thanks!

Artists Council Highlight

Very fun to be featured by the Artists Council for May 2024. The Artists Council, in it’s sixth year as an independent organization, was previously part of the prestigious Palm Springs Art Museum. It occupies the award winning Galen Building in Palm Desert California. It is a museum quality facility hosting numerous gallery shows throughout the year. Thank You Artists Council!

Severe Solar Storms

Expected today, severe geomagnetic storms on Earth resulting from at least five coronal mass ejections (CME). The result will be radio blackouts and high auroral activity. The source for much of it is sunspot area AR3664, which has doubled in size in the last 24 hours. It is now 14 times larger than the area of the Earth. 05-10-2024 Palm Springs California

National Shrimp Day

Today, we are celebrating National Shrimp Day! Americans devour more shrimp than any other seafood. When you blend that love for shrimp with another American classic, fast food, you get Fried Shrimp. And when it comes to the nation’s favorite, look no further than Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen! Started in 1972 and now with over 3700 locations worldwide. Popeyes serves up what is called the best tasting fast food fried shrimp.