Do Some Good: It’s Hammer Time
When was the last time you asked your best friend to carpool to Compton? For me, it was when Carmen and I decided to…
Desert Fever: Road Trip to Salvation Mountain
Last Friday, my little sister and I headed down to Palm Springs for the weekend. When I told her I’d be waking her up…
Desert Fever: Sound Bath at the Integratron
I used to view the desert as the kind of place where you don’t stray far from the swimming pool. I should know better….
Anaconda Part V: Journey to the Secret Waterfalls
For months, my brother-in-law has been telling me tales about some secret waterfalls near Los Angeles. Not just any secret waterfalls. These waterfalls are…
The Last Poppy
I have this fantasy. I am running through a field of golden poppies. No shoes. Just soft velvety flowers underneath my feet. The skirt…
Three Tickets to NASCAR
By now, I’ve told you stories about a Christmas tree bonfire, a magical fairy, a blue-bellied lizard and a house with eyes. Now I’m…
Once Upon a Time in the Desert
As promised in my previous post, I’d like to tell you another story. This one is about a magical fairy, a blue-bellied lizard, and…
Christmas Tree Bonfire at Dockweiler Beach
It’s been four months since my last post, and I’m feeling a little overwhelmed because I have so many stories to tell you. Right…
Winter Gardening In Los Angeles
Winter gardening in Southern California feels like cheating. You don’t have to worry about frost or freezing temperatures. You also don’t have to worry…