Karel and I have spent the last two days soaring down the pristine slopes of Heavenly Valley. Is there any more beautiful view than standing near the top of those high mountain peaks looking down at the emerald green waters of Lake Tahoe? Yesterday the warm sun sparkled off the groomed snow like thousands of diamonds and the sky was painted a deep blue as far as the eye could see. But the weather here changes faster than the administration’s Egyptian policy. (Oops!) This morning the air was crispy cold, just above zero, and clouds covered the high slopes pushing the die-hard skiers down to the lodge for a few hours, and chasing us back to the warm condo.
On the drive down the mountain, we talked about our own little paradise - - what a blessing it is to live on the coast in the midst of such beauty and to have so many talented friends. Local folks sometimes disagree on important matters but most strive to accept diverse opinions and to respect each other. In that vein, Karel and I particularly enjoyed the Confrontational Art show last Friday at Gualala Arts. A special thanks to Sus and his staff for separating the PG portion from the X-rated portion. (I worry about grandma and the kids.)
Confrontational art is not limited to what can be hung on a wall. Play writing is an art form that is almost always confrontational at some level. Readers Theater’s presentation of my latest play, A Second Chance, is no exception. The play’s heavy dose of political and cultural satire dovetailed nicely with the Art Center’s confrontational art theme. Some didn’t like the message. Others thought it was funny as hell! Tomorrow is sunny and warmer on the slopes.
Jim Littlejohn
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