The Forge

The right mentor is an outstanding guide. In the new movie, THE FORGE, Isaiah Wright (played by Aspen Kennedy) is a 19-year old whose mother (played by Priscilla Shirer) wants him to grow up and start taking on responsibilities, including finding a job. Out of respect he looks for work, but his attitude is not good. Fortunately, Isaiah finds a job and, inadvertently, the life coach he needs.

THE FORGE is written, produced, and directed by the Kendrick Brothers who brought us the movie WAR ROOM. In addition to Shirer, other cast members from WAR ROOM include Karen Abercrombie and T.C. Stallings. The acting and writing in THE FORGE are outstanding.

For more information about THE FORGE, visit the Web site at https://www.theforgemovie.com/.

TCM Warner Bros. Classic Films Tour

This week I went on the TCM Warner Bros. Classic Films Tour located at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California. In addition to supporting independent films, I appreciate classic films. They are the foundation of inspiration for many filmmakers.

The tour is outstanding, showcasing a comprehensive history of Warner Bros. films, television series' and animation. The tour starts with delicious refreshments. Then visitors walk to a theatre to watch a video featuring the Turner Classic Movies (TCM) hosts explaining the tour. Afterwards, the guided tour begins and includes a ride and walk through the backlot, Property Department, etc. Some of the tour is self-guided.

The backlot has streets with buildings that look like New York City and a neighborhood of houses, schools, and a church. The Property Department has items that have been utilized in movies and television programs, and are still available to use in current and future productions.

Short Videos Premiere on 'California Life, travel-lifestyle series' Channel

This week new short videos (Season 5) were posted on the 'California Life, travel-lifestyle series' YouTube channel. We made quick trips to San Diego, Los Angeles, and Truckee. You may watch them here: https://youtube.com/@californialifetravel-lifestyle?si=1SokbuwxSRLvJ2yQ.

If you missed Season 4 of 'California Life, travel-lifestyle series,' here are the episodes:

Episode 14: Williams

https://youtu.be/LLq98mQscsc

Episode 15: Redding

https://youtu.be/t65S7VAlWcQ

Pacific Northwest

Happy Summer! Previously, I posted photos from my vacation in Washington state and British Columbia. Here is a video, which also includes some views of my Amtrak train ride through Oregon. You may watch it here: https://youtu.be/oQ720R7f2XQ.

In addition, thank you for purchasing my novel, THE TWO SISTERS! If you have not bought THE TWO SISTERS yet, you can order it here: https://a.co/d/0dYL0Jrj. It is a story for those of you who enjoy crime, drama, and mystery.

My next novel is a suspense story titled, AFRAID FOR YOUR LIFE. It will be available later this year.