Advertisements It’s hard to put into words my feelings while visiting the National Steinbeck Center. His writing has resonated deeper within my soul than any other writer. Seeing pictures from the era he wrote about, and learning more about the man himself was a treasure I will always hold dear. Less is more in thisContinue reading “the National Steinbeck Center”
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the hidden gems of art found in Salinas
Advertisements It’s an adage that holds the test of time. “you find the most amazing things when you aren’t even looking.” The town of Salinas, California, is one you do not find easily off the Interstate. Yet with determination I navigate the lonely streets and empty vegetable and fruit fields to town. It’s Memorial DayContinue reading “the hidden gems of art found in Salinas”
Jellies
Advertisements Pulsating. Throbbing. Exciting. Long flowing golden tendrils that traipse in infinite strands through the heightened blueness. The world of the Jellies. Hypnotized in their movements I am. A creature that seems so alien, other worldly, beacons of light that shine a mysterious language I long to understand. Translucent they are, showing the world allContinue reading “Jellies”
the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Advertisements The conservation effort to protect our oceans, and those that live in them, is abundantly clear here at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. As someone that despises caged animals, zoos, etc….this sanctuary is a welcome sight, not to mention the chance you have to see creatures from the ocean world below. Built on a sardineContinue reading “the Monterey Bay Aquarium”
Cannery Row
Advertisements When I walk along Cannery Row, I don’t see the new shops and tourist traps of today. Instead, my mind goes back to the year 1945, the Great Depression, and the hard working migrant workers that helped build this land. I try to see it as Steinbeck saw it. The old buildings that stillContinue reading “Cannery Row”
Acoustic Neil Young
Advertisements It’s a rare opportunity to see an artist at the end of their career, showcasing their songwriting ability and life experience when they still have immense talent. As I sat front row and center in the beautiful Dolby Theatre last night, I witnessed such an event. At seventy ( or close to it), Neil’sContinue reading “Acoustic Neil Young”
Kings of Leon
Advertisements It all started with Aha Shake Heartbreak. I downloaded songs from the album, burned them to a CD and played them for my sis. “It’s his voice!, I love it!” I clearly remember her saying like it was yesterday, but the year was 2005, and Kings of Leon had yet to make it bigContinue reading “Kings of Leon”
Los Penasquitos
Advertisements Between the suburban sprawl of homes built high on the mountain tops lies the unassuming canyon of Los Penasquitos, just outside the city limits of San Diego. I had an afternoon to kill, and felt that a quick 6.2 mile hike down the leisurely canyon would fit into my schedule. No water, wearing converseContinue reading “Los Penasquitos”
Sunset Cliffs
Advertisements Trepidation set in almost immediately from the warning signs posted about as one approached the edge. The constant battle between the moon and our oceans is ever changing this world. One misstep and the earth would give way to the water below. Prehistoric flocks of pelicans pass I imagine B-52’s bombers of old wouldContinue reading “Sunset Cliffs”
Mavis in Malibu
Advertisements National Public Radio had Mavis Staples on, promoting her newest collaboration with Jeff Tweedy. I’m intrigued as Wilco is one of my favorite bands, and listening to Mavis speak about her life story is one of true fascination. “I wonder if she is touring?” I do a little Google search, find out that sheContinue reading “Mavis in Malibu”