Koa in Santa Cruz

It's difficult to take a bad photo of an adorable puppy. But it is a challenge to get one that isn't blurry. This is Koa

A Coastal Adventure

Our quick overnight trip along the coast was filled with many animals, both aquatic and terrestrial. Big Basin's redwoods were delectable to walk through in golden light. 

Big Basin

Monterey Bay Aquarium

California Winter

There's always sun shining somewhere in California. Finding it is what day trips were invented for. Santa Cruz this weekend teemed with shades of blue and green, highlighted by delicious fresh air.

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Rock sculptures built by a local artist along the coast. Chad creates these formations every day, even after wind and people knock them over.

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