Hike #2 for 2025 This was a co-op led/organized hike. Technically speaking, I’m actually on the hiking committee, but that’s just because the main leader requested some “support”. I still feel pretty new to the area and I’m grateful to have friends who’ve lived here longer and have great ideas for places to hike! I … Continue reading Hidden Valley Hike
I’m currently working on a map art project, and it struck me that the cut ends of the fallen logs along the trail resemble a compass rose. The longest cracks seem to point in a direction. Carson River Our family went on a Ranger-led group hike 3.25 miles there & back cloudy/52°F red tail hawks, … Continue reading First Hike 1/1/25 – Fort Churchill State Historic Park
I saw this heart street art when I walked a mile from my eye doctor appointment to a coffee shop I’ve been wanting to try - feeling very European. My husband and kiddos were at a Python coding class and I had an extra 30 minutes to spend however I chose. I would’ve read a … Continue reading Heart Graffiti
The day after Gilroy Gardens, we spent the day in Monterey. First things first - Breakfast at First Awakenings in Pacific Grove. If you’re anywhere near this restaurant you really should give it a try. It’s the best breakfast place - ever. Mine: raspberry, coconut, granola pancake - highly recommend! We drove to Carmel Beach … Continue reading One Day in Monterey, California
heavens to betty 