I’ve had the privilege of working with Joel David Moore (“Avatar”) and Zach Levi (NBC’s “Chuck”) on a couple of Television 101 projects. Aside from the fact that they are talented professionals, I’m writing this blog entry because they are really great guys. Joel and I share the same birthday (September 25th) and Zach’s is on September 29th. Occasionally they have a joint birthday party and it’s always a fun night because the people that gravitate toward both of these guys are really cool. Last night I had a chance to celebrate our collective birthdays and to catch up with the guys. It’s always good to see them and hear about the exciting things that they are working on. Anyhow, If you have a chance to get to know them, I recommend it. HAPPY BIRTHDAY guys. MDM

Many thoughts go through my mind on this day. I can’t imagine how difficult it must be for those who lost friends or relatives, co-workers and colleagues. I think about what it must be like to have been in Manhattan or Washington that day or to see the field in Pennsylvania. Such immense destruction and yet on the opposite end of the spectrum such brotherly love, unity, self sacrifice and hope. Did one of the worst days in American history bring out our best qualities?

Anyhow, I propose in memory of our fallen friends, neighbors and countrymen that today we practice one act of random kindness. MDM

As I walked up the street to get lunch today a loud and sort of disheveled woman yelled out to me “Sir!” “Hello Sir!” My first thought was to avoid her, but we were on a collision course. I anticipated that she wanted some money,and when she asked, I reached into my pocket, handed her some change and proceeded to walk on. She started to ramble about Mohammed Ali as I continued to walk away and then she said, “Hey can I have a hug?” I stopped turned around and looked at her for a nano second then turned back around to walk away. I took another step and turned back around to her and asked her “You want a hug?” She gestured, yes. So, I gave her a hug.

Anyhow, I was in a crappy mood this morning but I feel better now, go figure. MDM