To consider myself a mountain biker, or a biker of any sort, would be like considering my French Mastiff to be a lap dog. Does he like to sit in my lap? Yes. Does he fit? Not quite. Although I lack the refined skills to master any rock gardens and taking a berm would be… Continue reading Bike Lessons
Category: Fitness and Actitivies
Staycation
Living in Southern California, while pricey, has many perks which is why we stay and put up with the ridiculous mortgage, the traffic, the cost of gas etc. The weather is a given. Being a native, I would curse the Rose Parade as our pure sunshine on New Year’s Day would radiate through millions of… Continue reading Staycation
I Hid the Cookies
I hid the Girl Scout cookies. The only problem is that I know where I hid them. Damn diets! Hate them! BUT… when you go to the doctor for a routine physical and you realize that #1- you gained 10 pounds since your visit last year and #2- you now KNOW why you were avoiding… Continue reading I Hid the Cookies
My Mountain Part 2
The other day, four girlfriends and I took to the trail up to the top of my mountain. I have reached the summit on two other occasions. The last time was 5 years ago. The trail is more than a leisurely hike. It is rated “moderate” however it takes time and patience to scale up… Continue reading My Mountain Part 2
My Mountain Part 1
I live on the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, a range which parallels a portion of the Los Angeles Pacific coastline. It is a beautiful range which, from its peaks, offers spectacular 360 degree views, incorporating the ocean, islands,and valleys rich with farmland and suburban as well as city views. Pretty incredible when you… Continue reading My Mountain Part 1
Burning for Cupcakes (and wine!)
I have always subscribed to the idea that life is too damn short to deprive oneself of the fruits (or shall I say cupcakes) of life. I have never been a “salad girl”- you know, the girls who have never had a fast food french fry graze their lips. Don’t get me wrong, I do… Continue reading Burning for Cupcakes (and wine!)
Abundance 