When I think of a day spent fishing, I tend to think of my grandpa in his little steel rowboat. He would get up well before sunrise, paddle out into the water, then sit for hours with his back to the rising sun waiting for the slightest nibble. Some days, he would come home with…
Perfect Pitstop: The Ventura Botanical Gardens
Planning a trip up the California Coast? Be sure to place a big gold star on the map next to Ventura, and the Ventura Botanical Gardens. We’re so fortunate to have the California coastline at our disposal for addressing fits of wanderlust. Pile in the car and roll the windows down, salt air tingling, sun…
The Refill Shoppe in Downtown Ventura Makes You Think Twice About Ugly Plastic Shampoo Bottles
I was charmed by the eclectic combination of thrift stores, gourmet eateries and higher-end-hipster boutiques in Downtown Ventura on a recent trip. My favorite was The Refill Shoppe. Downtown Ventura has come a long way in the gentrification process since my last visit a few years ago. There’s still a ton of thrift and resale…
What a Difference a Camp Makes
The summer I turned 12 my parents offered me a choice. I could get the braces I needed (for mostly cosmetic reasons) or I could go back to camp for a 4th summer. They couldn’t afford both. I chose camp. As much as I’ve wrung my hands over that choice, I don’t regret it one…