bromeliad blossoms of 9-12-26

(in memory of Jill F.)

 

peculiar weather

Then came a period of peculiar weather - rain from Pacific hurricanes, extreme heat from somewhere inland, and the horrible humidity resulting from that combination. Also high, agitated surf that in some areas (such as Malibu and Long Beach) caused serious damage. In these photos you can see a patch of rain out in the Santa Barbara Channel.

Shakespeare

Bell Ringer

 

We came here to try the vegan bratwurst - not something you encounter every day. I will say that the topping were good. The bratwurst itself - to me at least - seemed to lack flavor. The salads were just okay.

springer spaniel?

 

This plate in Findings Flea sure reminded me of a springer spaniel, although the ears may be too long.

ayurvedic throat lozenges

The weird, forgotten ayurvedic throat lozenges that Mrs. gave me a long time ago. 

late summer Scrabble

The late summer "kitten I would share my plate of food with" Scrabble game.