Category Archives: California

I had a late afternoon flight home on Thursday. (It turned out to be much later than I’d expected — I arrived home at 6:00 a.m. on Friday.) I had to find something to do in the morning, and I … Continue reading →

Like Santa Rosa Plateau, North Etiwanda Preserve had the advantage of being close enough to get to easily while offering the possibility of lifers. I saw one, and for much of the time I was there, had a good time. … Continue reading →

Once I’d made the decision to drive to Randy’s Donuts, stopping at the McDonald’s in Downey was easy — it was pretty much right on the way from Ingleside to Ontario. This was the third McDonald’s restaurant, opening August 18, … Continue reading →

I left Santa Rosa Plateau around 5:00. My hotel was just under an hour away, but I didn’t care to spend the evening sitting in my room. I decided to do something silly. I battled the traffic — and yes, … Continue reading →

I traveled to Ontario, California, for five days for a conference. I took an early flight so I’d have some time to bird. I looked for a place that was close enough to visit after my plane landed at midday … Continue reading →