Tag Archives: California

Autumn Tomatoes

Posted on October 4, 2013 by pearlsandprose

While browsing at a farmers market recently, we came across these tomatoes: I never knew heirloom tomatoes came in so many colors. Love the contrast provided by the aqua-colored bin. Heirlooms are even beautiful in a plain cardboard box. More … Continue reading →

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Watercolor Skies

Posted on October 1, 2013 by pearlsandprose

One weekend in August we had some high temps, so decided to see a movie. When we emerged from the theater we saw this: All taken with the iPhone. Hope your week’s going well so far. . . . {carole}

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Happy Autumn Equinox

Posted on September 24, 2013 by pearlsandprose

“Autumn’s the mellow time.” ~William Allingham

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Scenes From Old Town, Part II

Posted on September 13, 2013 by pearlsandprose

More colors of Mexico in Old Town San Diego: It’s been a long time since I’ve eaten here, but they used to have great chicken quesadillas. The landscaping around the shops and restaurants provides a nice counterpoint to all the … Continue reading →

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Scenes From Old Town, Part I

Posted on September 10, 2013 by pearlsandprose

Old Town is one of the most popular tourist destinations in San Diego. It’s the first European settlement on the West Coast, and you can go inside historic buildings free of charge. We’ve done that before, so opted to stroll … Continue reading →

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Farmer’s Market

Posted on September 6, 2013 by pearlsandprose

While strolling through a farmer’s market recently, I caught some sunshine. . . . Some cosmos too. Oh yes, there were vegetables. Fruit and nuts and fudge too. Ever tasted pattypan squash? I love squash, but haven’t tried this one. … Continue reading →

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That’s Not a Plant, That’s a Streetrod

Posted on September 3, 2013 by pearlsandprose

While strolling through the San Diego Botanic Gardens, we came across this beauty: A 1934 Ford Streetrod, to be exact. I didn’t even know a car like this existed. There was a wedding taking place later in the day, so … Continue reading →

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A Barrel Full of Summer

Posted on August 13, 2013 by pearlsandprose

“Annette looked at the geraniums, very red against the blue sky. ‘No matter how I try, I cannot find any thread of such a red. My bleeding hearts drip stuff muddy in comparison.’” ~Amy Lowell, “The Basket” in Sword Blades … Continue reading →

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Spin the Bottle

Posted on July 30, 2013 by pearlsandprose

You can find the best stuff at grocery stores out here. This hibiscus plant was fairly begging me to put it in the cart. How could I resist? When I lived in California before, I got some of my best … Continue reading →

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Swingin’ at the Del Mar Fair

Posted on July 26, 2013 by pearlsandprose

It’s actually the San Diego County Fair, but for decades it was Del Mar Fair, so that’s what I call it. Anyway, I’ve always wanted to photograph those pastel swing carousel things and decided to give it a go with … Continue reading →

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