Wildflowers for Almost Wordless Wednesday

Welcome for Almost Wordless Wednesday, and I hope you enjoy these photos from a recent hike in Rice Canyon, located in the Santa Monica Mountains.

A seasonal stream created by recent rains.

This might be a California Saxifrage, I am not sure, even with my wildflower guide reference.* Isn't "Saxifrage" a cool word? Those botanists sure have all the fun.)

Desert Lotus clinging to rocks.

Lavender, of which there are some 250 different types. And yes, it smells wonderful, as does the sage and eucalyptus.

Buttercup Bush approximately 8 feet tall.

Golden nugget poppy

Lupine

A glimpse of the semi-wildlife.

Thank you so much for your visit, and what natural beauties have crossed your path lately?

*"Mac's Field Guide to Southern California Wildflowers" because, as pointed out by Are You Kidding Me, accuracy in flower names counts.

Michael and Bubbles "I Don't Get It" Art for Almost Wordless Wednesday

During our family's recent visit to the Los Angeles County Art Museum, we not only got to see Jeff Koons' Blue Balloon Dog, but also his "Michael Jackson and Bubbles" sculpture. It's garish, sideshowish, and more than a little sad, kind of like the subject himself, may he RIP. Bubbles too. On that front, it's successful, even with the aversion factor, because it engaged us. Things that make you go hmmm.

And for all your background hunters like me, on the left is Warhol's Campbell Soup painting, to which my kids were like, "What the heck??"

Anything make you go hmmm lately? Thank you so much.

My Last Quarter in Pictures for Almost Wordless Wednesday

The madness started at the same time as "Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part 1" hit the theaters.



It started to build to a crescendo with both of the boys performing in December recitals.



We hit the road south to visit The Hotel Del Coronado decorated for the holidays.

The boys like to adopt this superhero recruiting pose for photos. The big Santa doll seems unimpressed.

Several weeks ago saw us at Universal Citywalk for our youngest son's birthday party.

The boys and a few friends went indoor parachuting at IFLYHollywood.

The oldest was a natural.

All the boys loved it.

We weren't the only ones out enjoying the beautiful weather, Stephen Hawking was also there that day.



How about you? Any wizards or scientists cross your path recently? Thank you so much.

Snow Kidding in Los Angeles

We knew something was up last weekend when the 12 y/o asked, "Why can I see the rain?"

That's snow up in them thar Santa Monica Mountains.






The snow made the backyard look like it had been sprinkled with fairy dust.

Happy Twenty-Eleven to you and yours. Thanks for the visit.

Have Surfboards, Will Travel- Santa Monica Scenes for Almost Wordless Wednesday

Have Surfboards, Will Travel. Eleven surfboards to be exact. I guess you just can't stop at one.

Every Sunday, the beach becomes a communal workout area for yogis and practitioners of the Brazilian martial arts.
The PVC pipes are some of the props used for poses.


I am posting today over at The Motivation Station on the topic of flexibility, please stop by. Thank you so much.

Aloha for Almost Wordless Wednesday

Aloha which means Hello and Goodbye, is truly a multitasking word.
I am also a multi tasker, Taking Care of Business at The Motivation Station this month. Please do drop in. (That phrase makes me happy, it really is the the little things. Either that or it's late and I'm toast after a tough day at work.) Aloha and Mahalo.

Signs of Spring for Almost Wordless Wednesday

(This photo has nothing to do with the Spring Season, it's just a cute picture of our dog sitting in his favorite spot.)

For more Signs of Spring, please visit me over at

where I dish the dirt on my garden and outdoor space. Thank you!

Paintball Birthday Party for Almost Wordless Wednesday

Providing suburban security since 2010.
You got to have balls, that is paint balls to run with this posse.

The Lion(ness) lays down with the Lamb for Almost Wordless Wednesday

The lion will lay down with the lamb, or in this case, the Manx cat, Abigail will lay down with the Labradoodle, Charley. Sunbathing somnolence is a wonderful thing in all species.

If you want to share what Moves you, please visit The Motivation Station where I am host on Wednesdays. Thank you so much.

Neighborhood TV Film Shoot for Almost Wordless Wednesday

It's always great to see the catering trucks and make up trailers set up for filming in our neighborhood.

Thank you for your visit and your sweet comments and support. Blog friends are the Best. Also, I am dreaming of a Green Christmas at The Motivation Station today. Thank you again.

Cheshire Cat Sighting for Almost Wordless Wednesday

Here is evidence that the Cheshire Cat really does exist as seen by this recent sighting at a local park.


Thank you for your visit and any literary character sightings near you?

Please stop by The Motivation Station to see how I am coping with traveling this Thanksgiving.

Arlington West at Santa Monica Beach for Almost Wordless Wednesday

Arlington West is held each Sunday at Santa Monica Beach, California and is a project of Veterans for Peace.
We will never forget the sacrifice of our brothers and sisters in uniform and their families who miss them so.

PAX PAIX SHALOM PEACE

Decision Making Rules for Almost Wordless Wednesday

Thank you for your visit and I wish you a Wondrous Wednesday.

If you want to get your MoVo On, I am the host today over at The Motivation Station! Thank you again.

Street Chalk Art Fair for Almost Wordless Wednesday & The Color Carnival

Time
Becomes Meaningless
In The Face Of
Creativity









Thank you to Martha of The Menagerie, our host for The Color Carnival.
Shameless Self Promotion#1- I am the host today at the new, interactive blog, The Motivation Station where you can get your MoVo On!

Shameless Self Promotion numero dos- Please visit my bloggy booth at The Country Fair and you can enter for a chance to win your choice of a custom made bracelet or pair of earrings.

Thank you so much and That's All, Folks!

Happy Birthday for Almost Wordless Wednesday

HOLY

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