Dec 1, 2009

Every time I go to Pacific Beach we find ourselves walking onto the pier. Pacific Beach is iconic for Southern California’s beach life.  Palm Trees.  Surf Shops.  Frozen Yogurt Cafes.  Sports Bars.  Boutiques.  And everyone’s working on their tan. It’s popular with the collegiate crowd.  And that means young adults happy as can be to be...

Jul 15, 2009

Balboa Park’s Gardens were ranked among the Best Parks in the World by the Project for Public Places in 2003, for its mixture of horticulture, art and culture. In 1868 San Diego’s founders carved out a large swathe of undeveloped land to create a public park outside downtown.  Today, the park is notable for its mature botanical collection spread out...

Jun 25, 2009

Ahhhh… I couldn’t resist.  I had to post this picture.  The San Diego County Fair just sparkles at night.   Thank you Optical Bliss (www.opticalbliss.com) for the picture! Oh.. and by the way… the best way to capture this shot is to hop on a motorcycle and park on the side of the road right by where the bridge crosses the lagoon and act like...

Jun 25, 2009

There is something about the fair….it’s the crazy rides… the outrageously delicious food… that just screams Summer Days are here! The San Diego Fair at Del Mar Fairgrounds marks the official start of summer for me.  It runs from Memorial Day to July 4th weekend. And just like last year, I plan on getting on all the crazy rides...

Jun 21, 2009

Standing watch at the top of Palm Canyon in Balboa Park are these three massive trees.  Their massive root systems show testament to their...

May 9, 2009

Dirt track.  Dual Sport.  Paragliders… by sunset.  So much fun fun...

May 9, 2009

May 9, 2009

It’s much more fun to opt for  other creative way to take...

May 9, 2009

One of my favorite beaches in North County San Diego for the 180 views of surfers bobbing up and down in the water as they wait for the next wave. Named for the Self-Realization Fellowship Retreat, Gardens and Hermitage located a few hundred yards north on Highway 101.  Access the beach from a set of wooden steps perched on the hill.  And even if you...