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.

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.

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Celebrations in the Time of Covid

As the Covid19 pandemic wears on, birthday and graduation celebrations have looked significantly different from before. While there were some disappointments and tears, there have also been unexpected blessings- like pets being able to participate in graduation parades.

california, health, Hiking, Kids, outdoors, safety, Travel, Uncategorized

The Mountains Are Opening, So I Must Go

While the stay-at-home orders haven't exactly ended, the trails in Los Angeles County are finally starting to open up after over a month-long closure. So with the mountains calling, we must go... along with the rest of Southern California.