Monthly Archives: March 2014

Exploring the Foresthill Divide

Posted on March 26, 2014 by joanienaz

Well, I’m patting myself on the back for getting out into the lovely early spring weather over the weekend. Now it is pouring much-needed rain, and the thermometer has plunged thirty degrees. Back to turtleneck weather. Sam and I drove … Continue reading →

Posted in nature, photography, travel | Tagged American River, Anise Swallowtail, Foresthill Bridge, Foresthill Divide, lupine, nature, photography, Pipevine Swallowtail, Sugar Pine Reservoir, Tahoe National Forest | 4 Comments

In Search of the Elusive, Healthy Cookie

Posted on March 20, 2014 by joanienaz

I haven’t posted any recipes on this site in quite a long time. Those of you who follow my antics know about my obsession with oatmeal cookies. What is an obsession, really, but an attempt to find/create/enjoy a memorable experience? … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY, food, home, photography, sustainable living | Tagged baking, food, healthy, home, low fat, low sodium, low sugar, oatmeal cookies, photography, recipe | Leave a comment

The Great Tulip Experiment

Posted on March 14, 2014 by joanienaz

The deer haven’t been around much this winter. It’s been so dry. Now that some late winter rain has greened things up, however, I’ve seen a couple here and there, and heard them outside the cabin at night. When the … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY, nature, photography, sustainable living | Tagged bulbs, California, daffodils, deer, home, nature, organic gardening, photography, tulips | 2 Comments

A Wonderland of Moss

Posted on March 7, 2014 by joanienaz

Now that California is finally getting some rain, Spring has officially arrived ahead of schedule. Our latest quick storm brought thunder, lightning, and an overnight deluge to the northern part of the state on Thursday night. The Sierra Nevada mountains, while … Continue reading →

Posted in nature, photography | Tagged California, leprechauns, moss, nature, oaks, photography, rain, Sierra Nevada, Spring | 3 Comments

Territorial Red-shouldered Hawk

Posted on March 2, 2014 by joanienaz

Earlier this week the sun was out and the birds were going crazy. Among the avian revelers in my yard was a Red-shouldered Hawk, one half of a pair that has been observed by us perched on the wires along … Continue reading →