How to Grow and Harvest Kale
If you’ve known me for a while, you might be surprised to see me contemplating how to grow and harvest kale in a raised garden…
A Taste of Agua Dulce Winery
After spending some time up at Vasquez Rocks, I contemplated my next move. Should I head home to Los Angeles and get things like laundry…
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Marveling at Vasquez Rocks
As you can see with most of the photos on this blog, I tend toward ocean living (and travel). Beach scenes, seaside towns, and marinas…
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Ruins of Great Stone Church
Construction of the Great Stone Church at Mission San Juan Capistrano began in 1796. It was finished and dedicated in 1806, but only saw 6…
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California Landmark Tour Continues with Mission San Juan Capistrano
In an effort to get my travel legs back under me after the holidays, I decided to head to a California landmark that I had…
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Hiking the Carpinteria Bluffs Trail
Whether you are a novice hiker or a more experienced one, you’ll love the 1.7 mile hike through the Carpinteria Bluffs Trail. Try the hiking trail directly…
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The World Descends on Julian in October
There is one thing that cannot be overstated—the people of California love Julian in October. The leaves are changing, the temperatures are cool without being too cold,…
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