To say that Yosemite National Park is beautiful would be an understatement. Like an overdone backdrop in a classic Hollywood epic, the sweeping spectacle of
Author: Rachel
They Took All the Trees, and Put ‘Em In a Tree Museum
What do you do with the world’s biggest tree? If you’re the National Park System, you put it in a tree museum, of course. Though,
One is None
The adage “Two is one, and one is none,” may not be familiar to you unless you have military experience or you are a prepper.
Moving Heaven on Earth
The central California coastal region is beautiful. Idyllic, even. Especially here near Big Sur, it totally lives up to the hype. Verdant, rolling hills of
Mesmerized
Like an elemental Franz Mesmer, the ocean exudes a magnetic fluidum. Its power and effect command my absolute attention as it wields formidable hypnotic powers.
Seeing Ghosts
Surreal experiences are common right now. Navigating new social expectations with other masked people in muted, wary exchanges ranks high among them. For me, seeing
Postcard From Ventura County, CA
This morning we had a fancy visitor right outside our door! Our new campsite has “wild” peacocks. Looks like someone might have put out some birdseed for him. I wonder who would do that?
UPDATE: We learned the whole valley we’re in is home to a large population of feral peacocks allowed to range freely. Crazy!
Turning the Corner
While the pandemic is a dire situation to be sure, blessedly, the deadly virus hasn’t taken anyone we know. And, with various accommodations, most of
Postcard From Torrey Pines State Park, CA
Windy-beach-hair don’t care!
The Land of Misfits, Our 2020 Christmas Story
Despite our fancy footwork and lightning-fast bob-and-weave, the pandemic closures finally caught up with us. They packed quite a punch. Here in California, closures are