Category: Travel

california, Family, Hiking, Kids, outdoors, Pets, Travel

Mountains of Monrovia

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Penelope enjoyed a day at the small but scenic Grand Avenue Park, nestled in Monrovia's foothills at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains,.

Beaches, california, Dog, dogs, Family, outdoors, Pets, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, writing

Dog Days at the Beach

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Owen enjoys golden hours frolicking in the surf and sand at Huntington Dog Beach.

breakfast, Brunch, coffee, Dessert, Europe and the United Kingdom, Food, traditions, Uncategorized

Tea Time Treats: Victoria Sandwich

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With apologies to the Great British Baking show, here's a recipe for a Victoria sandwich, a nice moist cake with cream and raspberry filling.

american west, california, Deserts, Dessert, Food, Hiking, Historical sites, Lunch, Museums, national parks, outdoors, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, writing

Desert Vibes: Indio and Palm Springs

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I love Indio as it is an easy two hour getaway from where we are down Interstate 10, and the World Mark Indio is a very nice resort. The kids love relaxing the lazy river or by the pool. There are also a myriad of places to explore in the vicinity of Indio and Palm Springs.

american west, california, Dessert, dinner, Family, Food, Historical sites, Museums, outdoors, Sports venues, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, writing

California Fun Along the 110 Corridor

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The historic Arroyo Seco Parkway is wonderfully scenic, taking drivers from wooded suburbs of South Pasadena to the rolling hills around Chavez Ravine to the bright lights of Downtown Los Angeles. There are also many points of interest- from sports venues to museums and cultural centers- along the way.