Cali Daze! Photos: San Dieguito Lagoon, Delmar & Dog Beach, Gwen’s Garden, Solana Beach

I spent some time bird watching at the San Dieguito River Park Lagoon in Delmar and then took a stroll at Dog Beach and serendipitously discovered Gwen's Garden in Solana Beach. Getting in touch with nature is one of the best feelings and having my camera handy to capture these moments is indescribable! Hope you enjoy … Continue reading Cali Daze! Photos: San Dieguito Lagoon, Delmar & Dog Beach, Gwen’s Garden, Solana Beach

Magnificent Sunset Cliffs – Despite the May Grays

It's that time again in San Diego...The marine layer is proudly beaming lately and we kid about it as 'May Gray'. I visited Sunset Cliffs in Point Loma on May 21st and was delighted with such natural beauty there... Take a gander at these photos. Not a sunny day, but I still witnessed gorgeous rock … Continue reading Magnificent Sunset Cliffs – Despite the May Grays

Torrey Pines State Beach: Dolphins & Sandpipers & Pelicans…Oh My!

I am spoiled! Living so close to the beach is one thing, but even better is the fact that we're near Torrey Pines State Beach!  Torrey Pines State Beach is located between La Jolla and Del Mar, California and approximately 1.5 miles West of Interstate 5 at Carmel Valley Road in San Diego. Here is a cool … Continue reading Torrey Pines State Beach: Dolphins & Sandpipers & Pelicans…Oh My!

A Poem & Artistic ‘Finds’ at Torrey Pines State Beach

  A poem and some photos from today's fitness walk at Torrey Pines State Beach! 'Mother Nature Evokes'! by Susan J. Farese, SJF Communications   Art in Nature! Nature as Art! Captured with my lens -Doing my part I acknowledge, respect and document And sprinkle emotional sentiment! It magnifies the magnificence It clarifies the significance And … Continue reading A Poem & Artistic ‘Finds’ at Torrey Pines State Beach

Torrey Pines State Beach: A Crowned Jewel of San Diego!

A place that never ceases to amaze me is Torrey Pines State Beach! It is located between La Jolla and Del Mar, California and approximately 1.5 miles West of Interstate 5 at Carmel Valley Road in San Diego. Here is a cool visitors guide for Torrey Pines State Beach including parking rate information from the San … Continue reading Torrey Pines State Beach: A Crowned Jewel of San Diego!

Holy Bat Ray! A Memorable Day at Torrey Pines State Beach

You never know what interesting treasures you will find at Torrey Pines State Beach... We live locally and it's one of my absolute favorite places to visit for a walk or casual stroll along the shore, or an energetic hike from up above at Torrey Pines State Reserve. Whether I am with friends, family or … Continue reading Holy Bat Ray! A Memorable Day at Torrey Pines State Beach

Osprey Perched at Torrey Pines State Beach- August 4, 2015

Somehow, during the past few years, I have become an avid bird watcher, particularly at Torrey Pines State Beach. I am always amazed at seeing Ospreys. I've seen them perched high and also on the beach with prey. I 'm not sure how many are at Torrey Pines State Beach, but I have seen this … Continue reading Osprey Perched at Torrey Pines State Beach- August 4, 2015

A Proposal Atop a Cliff at Torrey Pines State Reserve and Beach!

  You never know what you'll find or stumble upon at Torrey Pines State Beach! Today was no exception. What a joy it was to spot some cool "raked" writing in the sand and discover it was a marriage proposal...in POLISH! (What a joy it always is to have my camera in hand as well)! … Continue reading A Proposal Atop a Cliff at Torrey Pines State Reserve and Beach!

Torrey Pines State Beach and Los Penasquitos Salt Marsh

A Few More Snapshots from Torrey Pines State Beach and Los Penasquitos Salt Marsh, March,  2015 ♦ Three colorful airplanes flying past us ♦ A Sandcastle ♦ Sneakers in a Cave! ♦ Colorful Umbrellas ♦ A Hanglider Passing By   ♦ Artists Carole and Linda Painting at Torrey Pines State Beach   ♦ A few birds … Continue reading Torrey Pines State Beach and Los Penasquitos Salt Marsh