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Filed Under: Crescenta Family Medical, Doctors, Gary Weckbacher, Medical Services, Montrose

[This is a guest post by Phyllis Harb, a realtor who also publishes the L.A. Real Estate Blog.]

I was off to a rocky start in 2009—mid-month I tripped over my 100-pound German shepherd and fractured my wrist. A quick trip to Seventh-Day Adventist, and I was casted and on my way.

I have always been resistant to doctors. I can’t abide the endless waiting in the reception area and then often longer time in the waiting room. A fifteen-minute visit typically results in over an hour (plus drive time).

Realtors are self-employed—we earn a commission, not a salary. I don’t have paid sick days or paid vacation days. As I am right-handed, my right-hand fracture was a major obstacle: I couldn’t drive with only my left hand, and my handwriting and left-handed typing were a struggle. I am not a fan of therapy, but fortunately consulted Dr. Gary Weckbacher, a chiropractic orthopedist with Crescenta Family Medical. Thank goodness I did. While I was “resting” my fracture, it was atrophying—it was the worst course I could take.

In addition, my right arm and shoulder “was out of whack” from babying my hand. Now with twice-weekly therapy, I am typing, writing, and, more importantly, driving—I can show property!

Years ago, after an auto accident, I tried therapy; it never helped. Only later visits to a chiropractor for adjustments finally improved the injury. I was very leery of attempting therapy again as I was convinced it would again be a time-waster, but I was wrong. If you are in the need for therapy, I highly recommend Dr. Gary. He is a great guy, he is courteous with your “waiting” time, and he has healed my hand.

Crescenta Family Medical, Inc.
2048 Montrose Avenue
Montrose, CA 91020
818.957.7612
www.crescentafamilymedical.com


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Filed Under: Architecture, Events, History

Well, my social voyeurism rears its ugly head once again. Always on the lookout for opportunities to peer behind the curtain, as it were, I was quite excited to receive an e-mail from the Los Angeles Conservancy regarding a one-time-only tour.

I’m a sucker for the phrase “one-time-only,” so I didn’t even need to read where we were going before I whipped out my credit card. Once my spot was safely secured, I read about “City of the Seekers: L.A.’s Unique Spiritual Legacy.” Omigosh! Not only were they giving me an opportunity to go into Aimee Semple McPherson’s temple on Sunset that I used to pass every day on my way to high school, but also the Self-Realization Fellowship Mother Center! Just the name on the sign made me want to go in every time I drove past.

I was giddy with delight by the time I saw that one of the stops is going to be in our very own Glendale: The Chapel of the Jesus Ethic (pictured). This is what the tour description has to say about the site: “The Chapel of the Jesus Ethic is a modern gem located on the Glendale campus of the Foundation of Niscience (which means ‘knowing’). Co-founded in 1953 by Ann Ree Colton and Jonathan Murro, Niscience teachings blend religion, philosophy, science, and the creative arts to inspire its members to live creative and spiritual lives.”

Hmmm. Sounds even more interesting. In a world where religion and science are increasingly being seen as two separate and distinct paths, these people not only combine them, but also add creativity. I want to know more.

So how have I missed this place in my local ramblings around Glendale? Granted, I’m less likely to jaunt to the Colorado/Chevy Chase part of town. I’m more of an Americana and north kind of girl. The frontier next to the L.A. border can get a little seedy. But I digress. I’m quite excited about going places where the general public is usually not allowed, and I’d love for all of you to join me. Spirituality not required.

"City of the Seekers: L.A.'s Unique Spiritual Legacy" Self-Driving Tour

Saturday, March 14, 2009
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Los Angeles Conservancy
213.430.4219 (Event Hotline)
www.laconservancy.org

Tickets:
$25.00 for L.A. Conservancy members
$30.00 for non-members
$10.00 for kids 12 and under

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