Unusual Clouds

Pink cloud

I don't know what it is about clouds, but I always find myself taking pictures of them.  I suppose it is because they have so many shapes, colors and sizes, and each one is different.  Here are a few photos of clouds that I couldn't resist snapping photos of.  Enjoy! What do you love to take pictures of? Are you a fan of unusual … [Read more...]

The Flowers of the San Diego Zoo – can you identify them?

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While wondering through the San Diego Zoo, I was amazed to see the variety of unusual flowers that led the pathways, climbed the walls and just caught my attention. Though I live in California, these flowers are some that I have never seen before: These flowers are fascinating. And HUGE.  The first photo below shows the bloom, and the second … [Read more...]

In My Neighborhood Tuesday photo meme – Fruit

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WELCOME TO "IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD TUESDAY"! Spend some quality time with your family and friends and discover average things in a new light. Join In My Neighborhood Tuesday - a fun photo meme where you can be creative and get outdoors! There will be an assignment/prompt for each week, and hopefully you will have some time to take a walk and show us … [Read more...]

Guest post by my daughter – Sea Scouts

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What are Sea Scouts? I asked my 14-year old daughter to do a guest post on Eighty MPH Mom, to tell me her feelings about Sea Scouts. I personally hadn't heard of Sea Scouts before she joined, but it has become a big part of our lives, and I have noticed an amazing change in her. She was never interested in sports, or many other extracurricular … [Read more...]

California – The Colors of My Yard in May

Red and Yellow Daylily

Spring flowers in California I took a tour of my yard the other day to see what flowers and colors I could find to share with you. It has been sunny and gorgeous here, and the flowers are as happy as can be.  Enjoy! Geraniums: Oh how I love Daylilies! Dianthus: California Poppy: Nemesia: Calla Lily: Vinca: And last, but not … [Read more...]

The Shoe Incident – this was only slightly embarrassing!

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Friday night, my husband, daughter and I decided to go out for Mother's Day dinner. We figured it would be simpler than fighting the crowds on Sunday - the actual day. We had a delicious dinner! After dinner, I asked my husband if we could stop by the grocery store, as we needed a few items. He of course said yes {he is nice like that}, and … [Read more...]

In My Neighborhood Tuesday Photo Meme – Reflections

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Reflections photos WELCOME TO "IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD TUESDAY"! Spend some quality time with your family and friends and discover average things in a new light. Join In My Neighborhood Tuesday - a fun photo meme where you can be creative and get outdoors! There will be an assignment/prompt for each week, and hopefully you will have some time to … [Read more...]

You Oughta Be in Pictures

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When was the last time you were in a picture with your kids? Mamas are normally the ones carrying around the camera right? I was asked this question by a close friend of mine a few years ago and sadly I was not in very many at all. I am older, my hair isn't done most days, and I would love to shed the 20 extra pounds that I now carry after … [Read more...]

In My Neighborhood Tuesday March 22 – In Bloom

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WELCOME TO "IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD TUESDAY"! Spend some quality time with your family and friends and discover average things in a new light. Join In My Neighborhood Tuesday - a fun photo meme where you can be creative and get outdoors! There will be an assignment/prompt for each week, and hopefully you will have some time to take a walk and show us … [Read more...]

In My Neighborhood Tuesday! This week – Natural Patterns

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WELCOME TO "IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD TUESDAY"! Spend some quality time with your family and friends and discover average things in a new light. Join In My Neighborhood Tuesday - a fun photo meme where you can be creative and get outdoors! There will be an assignment/prompt for each week, and hopefully you will have some time to take a walk and show us … [Read more...]