Early Birthday Celebration (Part 1) for Nico

Tonight, we began celebrating Nico’s 9th birthday, which is Monday, by going out to dinner at Soule Park’s restaurant, Zaidee’s Bar and Grill. This was followed by a stop at the Ojai Ice Cream Shop and then onto the Farmer and Cook for cookies. Tomorrow, we’ll hike in the morning, then have lunch at the…

An Orange Grove Full of People

We have lots of people here at the orange grove at the moment. Liz and her family, Sarah and hers, and now the arrival of one of our oldest friends, Sonny, from Massachusetts. Sonny, an artist, is here with his easel and art supplies to luxuriate in the January sun of Southern CA, and even…

Another Update on the LA Fires

Today, Sarah talked to her neighbor in South Pasadena, who described the air in their neighborhood as “sepia-colored.” Sarah checked the air quality, which was at a high danger level. So, the Pacheco-Beaty family will remain in Ojai with us for now. In Covina, where Rachael lives, everyone was encouraged to stay inside. Luna read…