Window Seat Wednesday

Hello and welcome to the late edition of Window Seat Wednesday! I really like today’s choices, here we go! Back in France with a stop in the Versailles gardens. On my very brief trip several years ago we made sure Versailles was on the itinerary but neglected to allocate enough time for the horrific lines. … Continue reading

Art Heart: Rocks

My vacation was a very rock heavy experience, Joshua Tree has the most amazing rock formations that make you want to start rock climbing, but I have become fascinated with rocks, had themĀ on my mind even before I left. I stumbled upon the work of Catherine Willis and would love to have one of her … Continue reading

OAK –> YOS –> BSHP –> PS

Day 01 – Golden California hills on the way to Yosemite, inspired by Lee Friedlander. Day 02 – Morning view from Crane Flats campground and atop Olmsted Point, Yosemite. Tenaya Lake, it really was that clear and blue. Stuck a toe in but no time for more than that. Must go back someday! Rock formations … Continue reading

Adirondacks

I missed out on a trip to the Adirondacks this year and so many things out there, such as all of the following, are doing their best to rub it in. I’ll have to find a spot closer to home, camp is not a place but a state of mind, right? And thanks to Pops … Continue reading

Summer Vacation

My summer vacation is looming and plans are forming; it looks to be quite similar to last year. I remember fondly an evening in the library of a friend’s place in the Adirondack Mountains playing dominos. Ever since I’ve wanted my own set for those upcoming east bay summer evenings, set out on the roof … Continue reading

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