Home grown with lots of TLC

French Lace, Floribunda Rose.
Picture taken 1-13-2010

Our sweet Wally on 1-12-2010.

Leonidas

Picture taken 1-4-2010 This is the Leonidas rose is the true color. The color for this rose will vary depending on temperature, etc...
2 years ago I almost didn't purchase this rose after hearing all the horror stories how difficult this rose can be to grow. But, you know me... I prefer to look for the positive and not dwell so much on the negative.
I have to admit this rose bush does require a little more TLC (tender loving care) compare to my other rose bushes but, it is so worth it! No regrets what so ever.

Henninger Flats Trail at Eaton Canyon

Picture taken January 1, 2010.
Built by The Pasadena and Mount Wilson Toll Road Company 1891, Replaced by the Nat'l Forrest Service, Date unknown
Concrete stringer bridge over Eaton Canyon Wash on Mt. Wilson Toll Road in Angeles National Forrest.
Closed to public traffic.


As we were hiking up the trail we came across this...
hmm, makes you wonder...


Taking a brief rest to admire the view, then we continue with our hike up.
John was amazed just how far up we hiked...

Happy New Year! 2010

H appiness depends upon your outlook on life.
A ttitude is just as important as ability.
P assion find yours this year!
P ositive thoughts make everything easier.
Y ou are unique, with special gifts, use them.

N ew beginnings with a new year.
E nthusiasm a true secret of success.
W ishes may they turn into goals.

Y ears go by to quickly, enjoy them.
E nergy may you have lots of it.
A ppreciation of life, don't take it for granted.
R elax take the time to relax in this coming year.

by Catherine Pulsifer