"Explorer Spirit…Servant Heart…"
Sep 19th, 2022 by leigharev2
Grandma Margaret joined us in California for a couple weeks over Easter. We stayed close to home and got out for a few short outings. One was to the local nursery in Loomis. We walked a little every day. Shortly thereafter, Sara, Charlie, and Baby L. came for a few days. Too bad timing did not work to have us all together, but Sara had a commitment that tied her to visiting on a specific timeline. Always a blessing to have family around!
Sep 17th, 2022 by leigharev2
When Ryan turned 16, we had plans to do a day trip to San Francisco. But, Covid squashed those plans. Fast forward two years and the opportunity to celebrate Ryan inSan Francisco arrived for his 18th!!
Of course we had the”whatever you want to eat” breakfast (not on the same day) tradition…buffalo wings, spicy Takis, pineapple, and a watermelon drink.
We arrived in SF mid morning and went to the beach….
We drove up to Twin Peaks, but we were socked in with fog so no view. Then on to Japantown for lunch…
On to the Kittea Cafe. You have to reserve your time to hang out with the cats!
A little time at one of the malls in Union Square and a boba tea break…
Last, stop Chinatown and dinner at the iconic R&G Lounge!
I love you Ry-Guy! Happy 18th! Welcome to adulthood and I know you will take this world by storm! <3
Sep 17th, 2022 by leigharev2
A dream come true. Michelle and I have been planning this trip since we were little girls. We originally planned to go on a cruise to celebrate our 50th birthday and 50 years of friendship. But as that time approached, we decided to go to Ireland instead. A few issues with cancer and the covid restrictions delayed the trip by two years. But we finally did it! 21 days in Ireland. A bunch of my photos are up in the “cloud” some
Days 1-4 (3nights) DUBLIN. Lodging: Kilronan House. Dining: The Bleeding Horse (my favorite fish and chips ever). Stag’s Head Highlights: Sweny’s Pharmacy. Vintage Tea Tour. Trinity College/Book of Kells. EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. Guinness Storehouse. Jeanie Johnston.
We picked up a car on day four and headed to Kilkenny. Stopped at Powerscourt Estate, and Glendalough on the way.
Days 4-7 (3 nights) KILKENNY. Lodging: Butler House Dining: The Left Bank, Kyteler’s Inn, The Cat and The Fiddle
Highlights: Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny Design Center, Rothe House, St. Canice’s Cathedral
Days 7-10 (3 nights) KILLARNEY Lodging: The Lake Hotel Dining: The Lake Hotel
Highlights: Muckross House, Torc Waterfall, Muckross Abbey, Farney Castle, Rock of Cashel (from a distance)
A surprise hit of snow derailed our plans to visit the Rock of Cashel. We were able to get close to it, but decided to head out before the roads got too bad. Muckross House does not allow photos inside. So much beauty.
Days 10-12 (2 nights) DINGLE Lodging: Bambury’s Guesthouse Dining: The Boatyard, The Little Cheese Shop
Highlights: Self guided Rick Steeve’s walking tour of town, hike to Hussey’s Folly, Dick Mack’s Pub, Bumblebee 1000 VIP Drive, Dingle Peninsula Guided Tour
Day 12-14 (2nights) DOOLIN Lodging: Doolin Inn DINING: Gus O’Connor’s, McGann’s, McDermott’s
HIGHLIGHTS: Cliffs of Moher, Burren walk near Doolin Pier, Kilmacduagh Abbey, Sean’s Bar (Athlone)
Day 14-16 (2 Nights) WESTPORT Lodging: Woodside Lodge DINING: Matt Molloy’s (Drink only), Sage, The Pantry and Corkscrew, Wyatt Hotel (Drink only) HIGHLIGHTS: Kylemore Abbey, St. Patrick’s Day Parade Westport
Day 16-18 (2 nights) DERRY Lodging: Bishop’s Gate Dining: Bishop’s Gate, Dungloe Bar
Beverage: Lizzie O’Farrell’s, The Gweedore Bar, Peadar O’Donnell’s Highlights: Derry Guided Walking Tour (both the walls and the Bogside), Museum of Free Derry, Museum of Resistance (no website), National Museum of Irish Country Life
Days 18-20 (2 nights) BUSHMILLS Lodging: The Causeway Hotel Dining: The Nook, The Bushmills Inn
Highlights: Dunluce Castle, Giants Causeway, walk from Giant’s Causeway to Bushmills town
Day 21 (1 night) TRIM Lodging: Highfield House DINING: Don’t recall HIGHLIGHTS: Trim Castle, Riverwalk to Newtown Momuments, Marcie Regan’s Pub
Feb 17th, 2022 by leigharev2
Feb 17th, 2022 by leigharev2
Rocklin Fine Arts hosts a monthly sketch crawl. Artists gather and pick a spot to sit and sketch what they see. I am not much of a sketch artist but thought it would be fun to try. We had lunch together after at a Mexican restaurant. It was a gorgeous day.
Feb 16th, 2022 by leigharev2
Ran this with my sole/soul sis Elyse and her son. IT was ‘only’ a 5K, but it felt much longer. That’s what happens when you don’t train. Still, it was a lovely day, lovely trail, and lovely companionship.
Feb 14th, 2022 by leigharev2
David and I took a couple nights away for our Christmas present together. A few days to enjoy this lovely property we enjoy, and hike the area.
I love the stained windows at our property…VRBO Nevada City
Day one lunch at Three Forks Bakery and Brewing Co.
Hot Cacao from Choquiero Cacao Cafe. Day 3 lunch at Heartwood
Feb 13th, 2022 by leigharev2
Feb 13th, 2022 by leigharev2
Feb 13th, 2022 by leigharev2
