American West, California, Camping, Hiking, Kids, National Parks, Outdoors, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Glacier Point

Glacier Point offers stunning views of Half Dome and the Yosemite Valley below. On this visit, we also took a hike at nearby Mono Meadows.

California, Camping, Dogs, Hiking, Travel, Uncategorized

Big Tujunga Hikes: Trail Canyon Falls

Trail Canyon Falls in Tujunga Canyon offers a mostly flat hiking adventure- until you get to a 40-foot drop to reach the base of the falls. Hikers repel down the series of ropes to reach the canyon floor.

Dogs, Family, pets, Rabbits, Uncategorized, Writing

Some Bunny to Love: Welcome Henry James

We adopted Henry James "Twinkie" Haas on May 26, 2021 from the Pasadena Humane Society. He is a sweet brother to Owen and Penny, and a wonderful new family member.

California, Camping, Dogs, Family, Hiking, Outdoors, pets, Travel, Writing

Snow Much Fun in the San Gabriel Mountains

There’s something magical about snow covered mountains, especially in Southern California where we really don’t get snow at elevations under about 5000 feet. It is even more magical when shared with our best furry friends.

aging parents, Family, Kids, Uncategorized, Writing

The Long Road to Loss

Last year I wrote a post about grieving through the anticipation of death and loss. This year, on what would have been my dad’s seventy-third birthday, I am finishing up plans for a socially distanced compliant church memorial service. Our grief journey has been a long road to loss.