My Brother, The Pirate
bySince I began Shoestring Adventures, my brother Mike has been my mentor in trouble-making. Every few weeks, he checks up on me to make…
Places
Wild Goat Chase: Hike to Three Pools Beyond Seven Falls
byIn late-September, my friend Rachel and I planned a leisurely hike to Three Pools Beyond Seven Falls in Santa Barbara. Rachel is an exceptional…
Big Sur Jade Hunt: Beginner’s Luck or Fool’s Gold?
byFor my Aunt Jojo. One day, I hope we can take this trip together. … I’ve known my cousin Taylor since she was born….
Desert Fever: Road Trip to Salvation Mountain
byLast 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
byI 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
byFor 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
byI have this fantasy. I am running through a field of golden poppies. No shoes. Just soft velvety flowers underneath my feet. The skirt…
Once Upon a Time in the Desert
byAs 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
byIt’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…