September 2011
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almond harvest
Last week we went to visit our friends at Fat Uncle Farms, an almond farm out in the central valley of California (this area produces 80% of the worlds almonds). During our visit last February the orchard was in bloom, and it was one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen. I had a spiritual experience in the cold dawn, alone in the orchard, the blooms like snow, their scent surrounding...
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looking forward...looking back
Last week I was driving south on the 101 freeway, looking in my rear view mirror I noticed a classic silver beetle behind me. I have always loved VW beetles, they make me smile. That car stayed in my mirror, along with the view of the coast for most of my drive. Beautiful scenery behind me, and ahead of me too. I started thinking about reflecting on the past, while looking forward to the...
