IN MEMORIAM
Ken Maloney October 1,1945 to April 30, 2020
AS WAS HIS STYLE
He died alone
Drama free
As was his style
At 3 am I woke
Sensed a shift
Wrote the phrase
"Go if you must"
She found him
Arms folded behind his head
As was his style
"He seemed to Ponder"
She queried
"Just another set of
Differential equations
Or a dream of Hawaii
As was his style," I said
SPRING IN LAGUNA
New life once more. Seems almost impossible considering the world-weary events we witness every day on the news. Yet here it is. As I drive through the canyon in early morning hours, I marvel at the green hills contrasting with an almost impossibly blue sky, yellow mustard flowers and golden poppies. The ocean emerges at the end of the road. How did I get so fortunate to be able to live in such a beautiful placc? I am grateful and pray that I never forget to say, "thank you for this," to whatever entity has made it possible.
In Memory and Celebration of Kenneth Long Maloney
October 1, 1945-April 30, 2020
Ken Maloney wandered into my life while sitting on the beach at Fisherman’s Cove, in Laguna Beach, during spring break in April 1974. It was an “instant” attraction over an orange. That encounter resulted in a passionate and intense affair that lasted until 1978 when a disagreement about marriage resulted in a parting of the ways. (short version-he married and had three wonderful offspring-I entered an exciting era of new work and a variety of non-marital adventures!)
Twenty-five years later an unexpected (and not necessarily welcome) phone call resulted in a problematic encounter over coffee at Jean Paul’s which resulted in another intense, and passionate, affair that lasted until his passing on April 30th. He was the exemplary warrior who fought stage 4 cancer for over six years. Ken took delight and pleasure in his two new young grandsons as well as the accomplishments of his children.
Ken graduated from Wilkes College with a BS in Chemistry, and took a PhD in Fuel Science at Penn State University. He did post- doctoral research at Princeton University and Drexel University, and held several patents during his career which took him to China and other areas for major projects and consulting. He was an expert in his field.
He was my travel mate, champion, companion and partner. He was loving and supportive and “Had my back,” when things got tough. He was stubborn and somewhat resistant to change unless it involved a trip to Hawaii. When he was quiet (which was often) I quickly discovered that he was either solving differential equations or pondering the meaning of life. He understood that I would take advice (if I asked for it), but that I expected him to take mine, whether asked for or not!
I miss him and keep expecting him to walk through the door on Friday evenings. I talk to him all the time, but realize all too often, that he is peacefully contemplating rainbows over the islands of Hawaii.
Aloha, Keneke.
Carole on the Giza Plateau
Shopping with the Girls
Cairo - Queen of the Desert at Queen Hatsheput's Palace
Meeting Young Women at the Library in Alexandria
At Nefertari's Tomb in the Valley of the Queens
Ancient Papyrus of Nefertari and Isis
Mr. Charming at Edfu Temple
Carole and her new son Mohamed
With the Girls at the Nubian Museum in Aswan
At the Sphinx
In the Agatha Christie Suite in Allexandria
At the Great Pyramid
Cailey Grams and Lexi in Egypt
LAGUNA PARTICIPANTS IN THE WOMEN'S MARCH IN DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES AND FELLOW MARCHERS IN OAKLAND
One hundred men and women (actually 90 women and ten men) traveled in two buses from Laguna Beach to participate in what turned out to be an historic Women's March LA. Arriving in buses arranged through Hoffy Tours, a local tour company owned by Bill Hoffman, the group arrived at Pershing Square at 9 am and quickly became part of an energized mass of over 500,000 plus marchers,
Despite the bottleneck in the square, the group made their way to City Hall and back participating in a festive display of signs, chants, costumes, speakers and entertainers. There were so many marchers, in fact, that the Laguna group didn't get to hear many of the speakers. But it didn't seem to matter. The true energy came from the spontaneous display of solidarity, enthusiasm and common purpose.
Farie Momayez, PhD, commented: "The LA March was massive. The estimate was 750,000. We left Laguna around 7:30am and got to LA before 9:00am. We got caught in a crowd that didn't move(couldn't because of the numbers.) We didn't hear any of the speeches, and didn't see any celebrities, but my personal and collective experience was priceless. I felt a surge of incredible energy and vigor that I had lost after the outcome of the election. I even had a talk with a Trump supporter who had come to fight, but we ended up hugging! That is enough for me to go on and continue the needed work."
Some of the group had always been active in the 70s, but many were first time "activists" who felt, "If not now...when!" Members of the group are currently exchanging information to form a local group to maintain the momentum through phone calls, texting, post cards and other activities to ensure accountability and the preservation of women's and human rights.
Yolanda Mendiveles shared the following: "Everyone there was peaceful and friendly, and there was a lightness and exuberant mood in the air. There was a small group of people playing samba drums, and I saw a group of people dressed in Aztec attire as well as other costumes. I saw Rob Reiner, Anjelica Houston and Maria Shriver in the crowd alongside of us. It felt good to be part of a movement to stand up for human rights of all kinds. To tolerate our differences with respect to honor each individual's journey."
Bill stated, "I don't think we'll ever forget that incredible March on Saturday. Beautiful weather, positive energy, creative and nice people, wonderful signs, and most of all...standing up for respect and dignity for all. The crowds were tremendous and, at time, slow moving, but I think we were all moved beyond words."
SILVER SUNDAY AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO BLACK FRIDAY! THE ELVES ARE THRILLED!
Carole Zavala and Linda Mc Innis are happy to welcome you to their first Holiday Boutique
Join us on Sunday, December 6, 2015- from 1-4 pm in Laguna Beach, CA
For Address and Directions please send an RSVP email to czavala831@gmail.com
Credit Cards Welcome - Great prices on jewelry, cards, "pocket" paintings, ornaments and collectibles
Strolling in the Avant Garden…Gallery Nights in the Santa Ana Arts District
IN MEMORIAM Ken Maloney October 1,1945 to April 30, 2020 AS WAS HIS STYLE He died alone Drama free As was his style At 3 am I woke Sensed ...
