The past couple weeks, I've noticed mushrooms growing in the most interesting of places around town. I've seen them in the lawn at the medical complex on Sunnyslope Road. I've even seen mushrooms in the gravel in front of the new courthouse. Amazing, isn't it?
Hollister, California is a real town that has been around since the 1870s. Unlike the fictional town created by a corporate clothing company, Hollister is no where near a beach. The town is about 45 miles east of the Pacific Ocean. Seagulls occasionally make their way over the mountains. Hopefully, they are able to find their way back.
Sunday, November 23, 2014
After a rain . . . Mushrooms!
The past couple weeks, I've noticed mushrooms growing in the most interesting of places around town. I've seen them in the lawn at the medical complex on Sunnyslope Road. I've even seen mushrooms in the gravel in front of the new courthouse. Amazing, isn't it?
Labels:
365 (2014),
environment,
quirky stuff,
Rain!
Saturday, November 22, 2014
A Mooooooo-ving View
"Moooove along," said this cow on the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. "There's nothing to see here."
I took the photo anyway. Ha!
Come check out other black and white photos from bloggers around the world. Click here to go to The Weekend in Black and White.
Labels:
365 (2014),
agriculture,
animals,
Gabilan Mountains,
hiking,
San Juan Bautista,
vista linda
Friday, November 21, 2014
Looking at the Sky on Hillcrest Road
We've been having some rainy days the past two weeks Yaaay! The days following the rainy ones are often gorgeous, as you can see in the reflection of this puddle on Hillcrest Road.
Skywatch Friday is the meme for today. Come check out how the sky looks in other parts of the world by clicking here.
Labels:
365 (2014),
environment,
Rain!,
vista linda,
walks
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Sweaty Shirts?
This sign in the Hollister Cleaners window cracks me up. I haven't had any need for dry cleaning service in a long while, but if the Husband's shirts ever get drenched in stinky sweat, I'll be sure to try this business.
Today, I'm linking up at the meme Signs, Signs. Come check out other interesting signs in the world by clicking here.
Labels:
365 (2014),
downtown Hollister,
local business,
signs
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
A Setting for Sitting
My favorite setting for sitting in downtown Hollister is the new county courthouse on Fourth Street. The beautifully landscaped grounds is like a little park. And, the benches, as well as the red chairs at the red tables, are comfortable seats.
The other morning, the Husband and I hung out there while we waited for our car to be fixed at a shop a few blocks away. It was quite pleasant, sitting on what's becoming "our" bench, reading and watching the cars and foot traffic go by. I'm looking forward to when the trees get bigger.
Today the letter is S at Mrs. Nesbitt's ABC Wednesday. That's where I'll be checking out posts of other bloggers from around the world. Click here to join me.
Labels:
365 (2014),
downtown Hollister,
environment,
gardens,
landmark
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Cows and Horses
On Sunday, the Husband and I hiked up to the one-mile post on the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. Eventually, we'll get strong enough again to reach the bench at the crest of the mountain, which is about another two miles. It was a great hike. The cows and horses were out that day. The cows looked to be enjoying the view as much as us.
Today is Our World Tuesday. That's where I'm hanging out, checking out posts by bloggers from around the world. Come join me by clicking here.
Labels:
365 (2014),
Gabilan Mountains,
hiking,
San Juan Bautista,
vista linda
Monday, November 17, 2014
Good Morning, Tigers!
Nearly every school day, around 8 a.m., I hear the starting bell ring at Sunnyslope School and, a few seconds later, the noise of the PA system. A cheerful voice (I presume the principal) comes on and says, "Good Morning, Tigers!" When the weather is just right, I can also hear the announcements and the daily joke, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by one of the Tigers. I love it!
Sunnyslope School is where I went to fourth and fifth grades in the ancient days. We had no school mascot. But, we did have more running and play space. Today, a lot of the open school yard and field that we played in are covered with buildings full of classrooms.
Yesterday, when the Husband and I walked by the school, we noticed the colorful murals hanging on the outside walls. Many of them look like the work of the Tigers. And, yes, I wish we could've painted outdoor murals back then.
Labels:
365 (2014),
art,
murals,
neighborhood walk,
schools
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