California, Family, Hiking, Kids, Outdoors, pets, Travel

Mountains of Monrovia

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, Dogs, Family, Outdoors, pets, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Dog Days at the Beach

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

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.