During my tour of Solvang, I walked by the Solvang Trolley Ice Cream Store (no, I didn't go in, but I kind of wish I had!) This display, another of the large ones for the 2026 Scarecrow contest caught my attention, and it was definitely worth a few shots. Can you imagine the story behind this display? … [Read more...] about Join me for some ice cream?
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A Horse of a Different Color in Solvang
Talk about a horse of a different color! This big-boned beauty was one of the larger Halloween displays I spotted while wandering through Solvang. He may be a little short on flesh and muscle, but he’s certainly not short on personality. And judging by those teeth, I wouldn’t want to be the one bringing him his hay! Even in Solvang, the dead have a way of stealing the show. … [Read more...] about A Horse of a Different Color in Solvang
Death by Blueprint – Seaside Cove Book 9
Building a future in Seaside Cove can come at a deadly priceWhen Rick Atwood’s contractor is found murdered at the construction site of his family’s new home, Seaside Cove’s mayor makes a shocking move—ordering the police to shut Rick out of the investigation entirely.Certain there’s more at stake than a single crime, Rick uncovers the mayor’s quiet ties to the town’s … [Read more...] about Death by Blueprint – Seaside Cove Book 9
This is One Spooky Halloween Feast
The annual scarecrow contest was in full swing in Solvang when we arrived. I couldn't resist heading out with my camera to track down all those wonderful entries. I found this one just a block or so from our hotel. With colors galore and a host that is welcoming, but a tad bit scary, I thought this should be a frontrunner! … [Read more...] about This is One Spooky Halloween Feast
Those Pesky Spammy Phone Calls
As I write this, we’re in Chico, California, staying at a lovely hotel. We’re here because our three-month-old one-night reservation became an “overbooking error”—but that’s a tale for another day.Today’s story involves something considerably less glamorous: phone scams. It’s the kind of problem I never expected to encounter in an upscale hotel. But apparently, I was … [Read more...] about Those Pesky Spammy Phone Calls