I tend to think that all the creativity in the family went to Eric- my Grandma Lorraine, Aunt Chris and […]
New Brighton Campground- after the crazy storms. February 2023.
It has been a crazy winter for storms here in California. Some places got a year’s worth of rain between […]
Sourdough Barley Loaf
Sourdough starting mixture: Since barley flour is slightly healthier than wheat flour, and barley seems to make a softer bread […]
The “small”garden at the end of January (only in California!)
We had quite a bit of rain throughout January (about 40”) so the garden has not gotten much love. I […]
A little blurb about mental health and the state of life these days.
When I start thinking about the stupid COVID-19 pandemic, there are a few positives that come out of the lockdowns […]
New Brighton State Park Again. December 2022. 20 weeks in King Tut this year!
We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with Matt and Jenny, cousin Ray and his children, Lene and Teo, as well as […]
New Brighton State Beach campground, Santa Cruz. November 2022.
Yes, we have been doing a lot these last 4 months- especially me since I went on the girls trip […]
A thought about being grateful
Sometimes it can be hard to remember to be grateful. It is that simple. Day to day, things hurt, plans […]
Girls trip to Austin Texas with Kris, Cherie and Des. November 2022
I am so happy that we started this tradition 4 years ago as a way to see Cherie in Atlanta. […]
A trip to So Cal to reconnect with more family. November 2022..
Dave and I went on a 3 day road trip to So Cal – first stop Panorama City to see […]