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

Tea Time Treats: Victoria Sandwich

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.

Family, traditions, Uncategorized, writing

The Last Good Day

With both sadness and gratitude, the Cranky Camper reflects on the last celebration before the Covid19 shutdowns: Jacob's Eagle Court.

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

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.