Monthly Archives: April 2009

Great things come when you least expect

Posted on April 30, 2009 by

Last weekend, I had an unexpected and great dinner with friends I had not seen in way too long. Laura and her husband barbecued a perfect tri-tip, shrimp skewers and asparagus (in celebration of the local asparagus festival that was … Continue reading →

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A little camera happy

Posted on April 26, 2009 by

Happy Sunday night. Tomorrow I get to spend most of my working hours in the foothill town of Murphys at Ironstone Vineyards. Their having a press luncheon to kick off their summer concert series. I hope they have some cool … Continue reading →

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One night in Midtown

Posted on April 24, 2009 by

The other night, I didn’t feel like driving an hour home after class, so I stayed in Sacramento and took in the sites (hot dogs painted on walls, men with snakes hangin’ on street corners). I’m starting to realize that … Continue reading →

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A collage for a Tuesday

Posted on April 21, 2009 by

Just a little collage I made a long, long time ago on a notecard. I’ve been feelin’ a little distant from my crafty side lately. I hope once school is over in a few weeks (Hoo-freakin’-yay!) I’ll be able to … Continue reading →

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First paddle/swim of the year

Posted on April 19, 2009 by

It was a perfect first paddle of the year. The Mokelumne was clear and beautiful. The sun proved its power in the form of sunburns. Cows, geese and red eared slider turtles were also out enjoying the water along the … Continue reading →

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8 DAYS IN LONG BEACH

Posted on April 17, 2009 by

I’m so excited! Next month, I’m taking eight days to visit Long Beach. I haven’t been there in a year, since Adelena’s first birthday. That trip was a whirlwind, as I’m sure this one will be too. This time, I … Continue reading →

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Sophia Loren & her little brother, Joseph

Posted on April 16, 2009 by

My niece, Sophia Loren, and her little brother, Joseph, are so much fun. I wish they’d come visit me more. Whenever they come over, they go straight for my guitars. This time, I made a deal with Sophia. She could … Continue reading →

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