In 1957 Ruth Larabee donated 26.5 acres of land to the County of San Diego. Later on in 1970 it became Quail Park Botanical Gardens and now is San Diego Botanic Garden.
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Desert Botanical Garden Part two of two
Would have loved to stay longer or come back a second day during our visit. So much to do with such little time.
Desert Botanical Garden Part one of two
The butterfly exhibit was open on our second visit in March. Too many butterflies to count! They flocked around the misters, landed on the flowers, foliage, people and netting. If you stay still enough they will come visit, perhaps on your shoulder or hat.
Ricardo Breceda Gallery & Sculpture Garden
A lovely place to stop and enjoy the scenery along highway 79. I never get tired of strolling amoung the sculptures imagining what would happen if suddenly they became alive. And of course what would they look like in my front yard?
Sneaky Snuggler Puffy Camping Blanket
Soft, smooth, squishy, and warm is what I feel beneath this blanket. I don’t use the heater at home. I rely on my low-E dual pane windows to keep my place warm in the winter. Sometimes bundling up in sweatpants and a hoodie isn’t enough and I’m left cold.
Oggi’s Sports Brewhouse Pizza
Once again we are collaborating on this post between Soo & I. First portion written by Maggie.It always works out really well as together we cover a larger variety of food & drink. A warm inviting atmosphere greets you upon entering Oggi’s. The room is filled with dozens of flat screen televisions, so no matter where […]
Rose Parade Post Parade: A Showcase of Floats, Tournament of Roses, Chapter four out of six
Teams of horses participate in the Rose Parade each year. I never get tired of their stunning beauty, elaborate costumes and excellent horsemanship showcased by each rider. Bummer you can’t visit them too after the parade, just like the floats.