Brooklands Classic Cars

My neighbor and fellow entrepreneur, Henk Baars, came to this country from Holland with his wife Ellen a few years back to take a stab at the American dream. He was already running a successful import/export business for classic cars in his native land, and now does the same right here in Long Beach. If you're in the market for such vehicles, or know someone who is, check out his website Brooklands Classic Cars for more info!

Long Beach Transit Pass

With gas prices over the $4.00 mark, I gladly shelled out $50 today to buy my second Long Beach Transit Pass for the month of June, which now costs less than a tank of gas. I bought my first one last month after having recently moved back to the Long Beach area (public transportation was one of my reasons for making the move back), and I just love traveling around town on the Passport and other LB buses. And with convenient locations to buy them, such as grocery stores like Ralph's, it's easier than ever to get a hold of the colorful little pass (this month it's purple!). Besides the obvious environmental benefits and monetary savings, I love the light exercise and fresh air from the short walks to the multitude of stops, relaxation time gazing out the window onto the harbor from the ride down Ocean Blvd., extra reading/studying time, and the good old stand by of people watching, which is one of my favorites. Go get yours today...you have until the 10th of each month to purchase one, and maybe I'll see you on the little red bus!