Category Archives: California

Update on homeless kits and working on some future travel plans

Posted on November 8, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Sunday, November 8th ~ Arrowbear Lake Sun streams through the windows this morning. Only a few short days ago we embraced a torrential rain followed with a dusting of snow. My mind went immediately to those who were out in … Continue reading →

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Well, I’ve committed to making 100 kits for the homeless

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

El Nino is on the way and we are expecting a harsh winter here in Southern California. It is a blessing on one hand, as the past few years have left our land parched. On the other hand, California is … Continue reading →

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A Russian fort and a beach made out of glass

Posted on September 3, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Tuesday, September 1 ~ Crescent City, California Did you know that there used to be a Russian fort on the California coast? I know I was surprised to learn about it. 

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Time to head further up the road

Posted on September 1, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Sunday, August 30th ~ Shoreline Highway The wedding celebrations were over, friends and family were returning home, and the newlyweds were preparing to leave on their honeymoon. Time for us to continue on our road trip… 

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Winchester Mystery House

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Saturday, August 29th ~ San Jose, California Most of our time was spent with family as we continued to celebrate the newlyweds. We did slip away for a few hours and joined our son and his girlfriend on a tour through … Continue reading →

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Congratulations to Ian and Nadia

Posted on August 29, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Friday, August 28th ~ Los Gatos, California Today was one of the happiest days I can ever remember. My nephew, Ian Kennedy got married to Nadia Shraibati at the Regale Winery in Los Gatos, California. The setting was picture perfect, … Continue reading →

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Our next adventure begins now…

Posted on August 27, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

WHAT’S NEXT: We have a month-long road trip planned that will first take us up to Los Gatos, California for my nephew’s wedding!  That will be followed up with a week driving through Oregon and Washington en route to my sister and … Continue reading →

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Kimberly Crest House and Gardens ~ Redlands, California

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Kimberly Crest House and Gardens ~ Located in Redlands, California along Interstate 10 between Los Angeles and Palm Springs. The property is a registered California Historical Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Stroll through the … Continue reading →

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LA Arboretum ~ Arcadia, California

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

It has been a few years since we visited the LA Arboretum and we are due for a return. One of the many things that stood out for me was seeing the peacocks proudly display their brilliant plumage. “… 127 acres … Continue reading →

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Bowers Museum ~ Special exhibits are fleeting, don’t miss them.

Posted on May 17, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

“The Bowers Museum holds in its collection more than 120,000 works of art. These works were donated from 1935 to the present and represent many regions and cultures of the world. The museum’s largest collections are in the areas of … Continue reading →

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