December 9, 2011 in Converting a Used Portable Classroom into a Home. Creativity, Self-Expression, Struggles and Obstacles Overcome. I stood in the near-dark a few nights ago, thrilled to be able to burn a small pile of limbs and dead wood, one of many piles waiting for attention on my property. I watched this one crackle and crumble in the face of the flames. I wielded my pitchfork with care, keeping the water hose close at hand. Or am I just making one holy mess? It has.

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Wednesday, January 17, 2007. I finally decided to post some photos of our amazing trip and the beautiful 17 mile drive. Here is me and Jack posing at our first stop. A beautiful view of the crashing waves. Awesome view of bird rock filled with shorebirds, harbor seals and sea lions. Another beautiful view of the coastline. My very favorite photo of the day; the endless sky and ocean.