I just saw that this area has received 14 inches of rain, in just 4 storms the last month and […]
Sourdough Focaccia with Rosemary Garlic Seasoning. February 2025.
This is another relatively easy to make, overnight bulk rise bread. My sourdough starter is very ripe and gives an […]
The home garden in Shingle Springs. Winter! January 2025.
The weather has continued to be “weird” around here. We got two atmospheric river storms in December and January, followed […]
The permanent garden construction and Tower Garden at Medium Brown Dog. January 2025.
This is a large space that had a lot of work to do just to get it ready. The plan […]
The love of a dog- RIP Max. December 6 2024.
I grew up with lots of animals around- quite a variety and sometimes quite few. But other than reptiles, it […]
Transitioning to the winter garden here in Shingle Springs. November 2024.
Since we will be here until late spring (at least), I decided to put in my winter garden! I did […]
The new garden in Wilton, Ca. Starting from scratch – almost. November 2024
There are great plans for these acres they bought. Not only will Dave and I build an ADU to live […]
The garden “recovers” during October!
As the weather has cooled, and has become very mild, the garden is undergoing a rebirth- green growth and blooms […]
Doheney Beach campground, Dana Point, Ca. October 2024
This campground is one of the older ones in So Cal- it started as a simple surfers camping spot. It […]
Faria Beach campground, Ventura. October 2024
Faria Beach sits along a small strip of Highway 1 that splits off from 101 for about 5 miles. This […]