How strange that nature does not knock, and yet does not intrude! – Emily Dickinson
Read MoreIt's true. I've got a major case of the blues. Not to worry, though. This particular shade is beautiful, electric and has been known to inspire.
Read MoreSo, I'd like to start a new series around here...
Read MoreAs a lover of words, I was stunned to find myself nearly speechless this morning after watching the space shuttle Endeavour fly over my hometown. Sacramentans came out in droves to take in the spectacle.
Read MoreThat's right! This blog is turning 1 tomorrow. It's hard to believe that I've been taking pictures, writing and sharing for twelve months already, but it's true.
Read MoreLast month while we were spending time here and hiking here, we also made a stop at one of my favorite bridges: the Sundial Bridge in Redding, California.
Read MoreLet me just start out by saying how lucky were were to find Castle Crags State Park open this summer.
Read MoreThere is a place we go every year (often more than once) that I simply can't share with you. If you know me, you know this is a tough one. I love sharing the places I find in my travels. It's one of the (many) reasons I started this blog.
Read MoreAt first glance, Pescadero seemed like the perfect place to spend a relaxing weekend. We were completely content with our lovely choice in accommodations, Mom's chicken cacciatore, a nice stash of wine and a good book. However, we had heard about a spot along the coast where we could potentially see elephant seal pups in March and April.
Read MoreAs promised, I'm back with more to share from a recent weekend in Pescadero, California. If you missed Part 1, be sure to click here for the scoop on our fabulous vacation rental.
Read MoreLet me just start out by saying that the minute we left the coast to head back home from this trip, I missed it. I missed the salty air, the wind, the sand, the fog, the glorious sunsets, the food, the wine (oh MAN, was the wine good) the quality time, the restfulness - all of it.
Read MoreThis isn't really a Follow Friday post, but I wanted to help spread the word about several bridge-related events coming up in the area.
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