The wildflowers, even the California poppies, were everywhere during my recent visit to Buena Vista Park in Vista, CA. My timing was perfect because, in a couple of months, the park’s two miles of hiking and biking trails won’t be nearly as colorful.A quick getaway to Buena Vista ParkI recently had a couple of days when I just wanted to get away. But rather than having … [Read more...] about California poppies at Buena Vista Park
Scrivenings
Let’s celebrate a scarecrow festival!
You’ve probably heard about Christmas in July. How about a little scarecrow festival in May? Octoberfest and scarecrow contests might be months away, but it never hurts to revel in the joy they bring. Look at this lovely lass. She’s decked out in her finest, red gown and ready for the ball. We found her outside of the Peasant’s Feast, a family-style restaurant in … [Read more...] about Let’s celebrate a scarecrow festival!
Ten days left…
On May 16, the next Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast Mystery will arrive. If you haven't already preordered your copy of Dead Men Need No Reservations, there's no time to waste!From the Back CoverA party of six guests checks into the Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast. Only five check out. Seaside Cove B&B owner Rick Atwood is asked to help solve the murder … [Read more...] about Ten days left…
Animal adoption scams – how to spot and avoid them
Cute puppy, right? But did you know that cute face could be the lure to pull you into a scam? Animal adoption scams have become big business in the wake of Covid-19. Learn how to spot them and how to avoid them.Animal adoption scams are proliferatingA recent report by the US Surgeon General says that loneliness in the United States is at epidemic levels. As part of that … [Read more...] about Animal adoption scams – how to spot and avoid them
A happy accident at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park
We went to Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park fully intending to walk the loop around the park. We missed the trailhead and ended up sightseeing in a place barely five miles from our home.Saturday morning dawned with sunshine bright and early. A very unusual occurrence in San Diego during those periods we call Graypril, May Gray, or June Gloom. One thing we’ve learned over … [Read more...] about A happy accident at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park