On this episode of #BCB, I begin my first #StoreTour! In this premiere episode, I #visit #Grayskull #Toys and #Collectibles! This store is inside of #CottonwoodMall, a #mall on the #westside of town near where I live that's still alive and kicking! Grayskull features #vintage #games & #toys, #cards, #comics, and even some hidden #surprises... Continue Reading →
11.16.22 “Manzano” (Poetry, 2012)
Shortly after I moved here to Albuquerque to 'start over' after a string of long term failed relationships (and a dead end career) in Dallas, TX, where I lived on and off for 35 years, I settled in to a room in a local church that was $300 per month, all bills paid... (Read more) #poetry #writing #moving #life #travel #movingon #introspection #friendship #nm
03.31.21 Second Shot. (Journal)
Well, something incredible happened today... ๐
7.4.20 Where have I been? (Journal)
It's 1:35 am on a Saturday morning, on the 4th of July weekend. I haven't posted in about 4 months, since Covid-19 hit here. On March 15, the entire world froze as I knew it. So where have I been? Quarantining. At home. Glued to the TV and news from time to time. Indulging in... Continue Reading →
3.25.20 Along For The Ride (Poem)
"Along For the Ride" by Brian Bolding Written on 3/25/20 In isolation at home in the chilly deserts in New Mexico... 10 days and counting! Being safe and, obviously, alone. (haha) Enjoy... BB ********************************* ********************************** Im just along for the ride Iโm just sitting here On the sofa all by myself and lonely Getting... Continue Reading →
12.30.19 Adios, 2019… (Journal)
This year has been one of the most turbulent and chaotic for me. I lost my Dad this past Summer, and that was a heartwrenchingly-grueling experience, to say the least, but peaceful, as well. As my family and I were still dealing with his loss, I graduated from college this past October and while that... Continue Reading →
12.10.19 Little Bear (Coffeeshop Review)
Little Bear on the web Review by Brian Bolding ยฉ 2019 Pop Art Trash Productions *** "Little Bear: Fine Coffee & Stuff" is located in the northeast heights in Albuquerque, New Mexico, about a mile from my home, at 2632 Pennsylvania Avenue. This is my personal review, no one else's, and if you have a... Continue Reading →
11.9.19 Being There. (Journal)
I wrote the following earlier tonight, which is a speech for church tomorrow. This serves as 'part 2' of the previous post, but it can also stand alone. ย Just a update on my life and incorporated with my current reality. (Following is a Facebook post I wrote tonight about some friends who are going through... Continue Reading →
11.3.19 My Graduation Day & A Vision of Dad. (Journal)
Hi, journal. Sorry for the late entry. So, yes, I've officially graduated from GCU (Grand Canyon University) as of October 17, 2019. Long story, but I'll try to make it short. In my family, that means within 20 minutes or less ๐ Just to recap what's happened these past two weeks and beyond... I traveled... Continue Reading →
9. 18.19 Two Months Since. (Journal)
So, two days ago, it was two months since Dad passed away and left us. I'll say right now that it's the most difficult thing I've ever had to deal with in life, but I have absolutely zero regrets. That's very important. While Dad was here, I spent many vacation hours and tons of gas... Continue Reading →