The Talbert Nature Preserve has over 3 miles of trails, and sits on the outskirts of Costa Mesa, beginning in Fairview Park, and continuing alongside the Santa Ana River Trail. I love open space, and getting outside into nature to quiet places where the birds sing to hike a few miles every day. Sometimes I explore new trails I have never been, such as this one.
San Clemente Beach Trail
Old Town Sac
I had only been to the state capitol once. This is not something I was proud of. With all the important protests in recent years, I had been to not a single one. Well I was there in spirit at least.I had only been to a conference at a hotel here once, and it was not even downtown. Enough said, it was time to see old town Sacramento. I had been intrigued by this place for a long time, after learning about it in history books, and in documentaries on the old west. The Transcontinental Railway begins there, and there are so many things that have happened here over the years.
Exploring Napa Valley
07-13-2023 I had never been to the Napa Valley before. Springtime and summer are the best times of year to see this place green and lush. It was mid-July, and was an ideal time to visit. The grapes were about to be harvested, and summertime was in full swing. We were heading to stay in… Continue reading Exploring Napa Valley
Yosemite Waterfalls
Yosemite is a breathtaking place, made famous by people like John Muir, and documented for all the world to see by photographers such as Ansel Adams. You will want to get your camera ready, and have an extra phone battery. The journey into Yosemite begins at Tunnel View. Today we were chasing waterfalls, enjoying Yosemite in the summertime.




