• Nature

    In Bloom

    The wonderful rain that graced the state of California has created a rather rare sight for people: superblooms. If you pay attention to your newsfeed, you might have come across articles suggesting where to see these superblooms. Of course, the reality is that you don’t have to travel far to see these “superblooms”. There might be a “superbloom” near you unbeknownst to journalists.

  • Nature

    Among Greenery

    It’s been uncomfortably hot lately and I know it’s only going to get hotter as it gets closer and closer to summer. Fortunately, it seems like we’re going to get some respite for a week or so with cooler weather. The issue, present already, whether it be hot or cool are the mosquitoes.

  • Nature

    By the Water


    It’s Spring, yet there are times when the weather gets almost unbearably hot. It’s a sign that summer is fast approaching. Of course, there are days that remind me of Autumn – nice, cool and refreshing. These Autumn-like days in Spring are only going to get fewer and fewer as it gets closer and closer to Summer. The best way to keep cool is to be by the water.

  • Nature

    Hidden Beauty at the South Coast Botanic Garden

    Floral and fauna

    I’ve always wondered why people bother with having an annual membership at a garden but here, at the South Coast Botanic Garden, it makes sense. You have the place to yourself when it’s not busy. And even when it’s busy, there’s ample space around as well as the option to come back another time for “free”. You don’t have to rush and each time you visit, you can easily catch sight of things you hadn’t noticed before.