Monthly Archives: July 2012

Bodega Bay and moments from camp

Posted on July 31, 2012 by

It was a quiet day in our campground. Some had gone over the dunes to splash in cold waves. Others were lounging in chairs, a novel in one hand and glass of wine in the other. Maggie, my Aunt Jo … Continue reading →

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Climbing the sand mountain

Posted on July 30, 2012 by

The mountain of sand glared at us every morning from behind our tents. Some mornings, I would sip my coffee and stare inland toward the wall of fog. “The mountain disappeared; I guess that means I don’t have to climb … Continue reading →

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A walk on the beach

Posted on July 30, 2012 by

It’s that soft ocean breeze that I miss most when I’m at home in the valley. After a week of coastal camping, I returned home with a slight bit of nostalgic sadness that has had me craving more of the … Continue reading →

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Fruit is for grilling

Posted on July 29, 2012 by

I’ve always been intimidated by the grill. Give me a 20-ingredient recipe in the kitchen, a full sink of dishes, a Crock-Pot and a few ingredients and I’ll be fine. But there’s something about the tongs and pokers and flippers, … Continue reading →

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The call of the beach

Posted on July 26, 2012 by

Sara watches the sun set over the surf from atop a dune. Hello, friends. It’s been a while, hasn’t it? I didn’t mean to stay away for so long but a week on the beach kind of forced me to … Continue reading →

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Last night at the farmers market

Posted on July 13, 2012 by

It was still 104 degrees outside as friends  and I picked through piles of nectarines, pears and zucchini at last night’s farmers market. But beneath the big trees covering Downtown Lodi, it didn’t feel so bad. I enjoy our Thursday … Continue reading →

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Five Senses Monday

Posted on July 9, 2012 by

Happy Monday, friends. Are you enjoying summertime, with its sun-kissed skin, ripe garden jems and foggy swim goggles? I hope so. Here are a few photos from the last couple of days. Most of my time has been spent underwater, … Continue reading →

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