We took a little family trip up the coast last week. On our second day, Zoom and I went to “Shell Beach” after visiting a little playground on the coast. He picked up shells, but spent most of his time…
We took a little family trip up the coast last week. On our second day, Zoom and I went to “Shell Beach” after visiting a little playground on the coast. He picked up shells, but spent most of his time…
Little Zoom turns two today, and his Granny and Doris are in town for a visit. They are from Ohio, and have not seen much of the gorgeous Northern California coast. It’s one of my favorite places on Earth, and…
I went back through some of our photos from our visit to the coast. It’s easy to forget how quickly the place sets my soul at ease, how it lets me see things with new eyes. A long view of…
Even before we arrived in Kauai, I knew I needed to visit the Wai`oli Hui`ia Church. It’s a traditional green sided Hawaiian Church, nestled in the little town of Hanelei. It dates back to 1834, when it’s original mission was…
When I travel, I can’t help but stop at churches. I’m drawn to them, to the stories they hold, to the thoughts of people who have worshiped inside them. I love that each one is unique, representing a time and…
This last weekend, we went to Tucson for my cousin’s wedding. It was a trip of many firsts for little Zoom. He went on an airplane, he got to see some live music, he went to a wedding, he wore…
Last weekend we were up north, spending a few days on the coast. One of our favorite little towns near Tomales Bay is Point Reyes Station. It’s a tiny place, just one grocery store, a few shops and places to…
This week we took Zoom to the beach for vacation. We tried out a new spot, Dillon Beach. We left on Easter after a lovely brunch with our family, and arrived at the rental house (found on VRBO) before sun…
A few days ago, while I was looking for a birthday gift for my sister, I came across the delightful book Creole Thrift: Premium Southern Living Without Spending a Mint by Angele Parlange. Some of you may remember that my…