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Seal Rock on 17 Mile Drive

Touring 17 Mile Drive
Exploring Seal Rock on 17 Mile Drive was so much fun! 17-Mile Drive is one of the most famous scenic drives in the world. And after seeing it with my own eyes, I can see why. My husband I started our tour of 17 Mile Drive…

Pacific Plumes

If you haven’t notice I have long love affair with purple wildflowers. It goes back to my country roots on our centennial family farm. My grandmother planted honeysuckle, lilacs, and hyacinths along the driveway up to the farmhouse.   I had my first encounter with these stunning pacific plumes at…

Rugged Northern California Coast

The state of California holds much beauty, but the rugged northern California coast is unlike any other. It’s where the mountains meet the sea. It’s humbling and invigorating all at a once to experience.
We walked along the coast breathing in the salty air, wind in all up in my…

On the Water in Monterey Bay

On the water in Monterey Bay, California
You can’t visit the California coast without an ocean tour! Especially in Monterey Bay, the marine animals are incredible! We saw thousands of sea lions, birds, and fish. In addition to leopard seals, dolphins, and several types of whales.  It has been has…

Mountain Meadows

Exploring the Mountain Meadows of the west coast
If you’ve been following along with me here at Life-n-Reflection, then you’ve probably notice my love of natural meadows, prairie, and woodlands. While, I love a walk through the cultivated botanical gardens, it’s the woodlands that intrigue me. Each wildflower, thistle, and…