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I am glad I did not trip along the hiking trails. The clouds were just so beautiful early in the morning.
Looking up
And looking up one more time!
Solstice Canyon Recreation Area
Malibu, CA
January 14, 2012
Rise and shine! What a great way to start of the day!
I arrived 45 minutes early for our hike at Solstice Canyon. The sunrise was beautiful and the sound of the little waves lapping was inviting.
I walked to the top on a looped road to see the Pacific Coast.
We started at 8:45 with the skies and clouds above us playing their usual harmony. A short 2.1 mile round trip, it was an easy hike, with little or no elevation at all.
Along the way, we saw some wildflowers, and I am really looking forward to Spring when they are in great abundance.
Bermuda Buttercup
Bush sunflower, slender sunflower and the last maybe a rock rose (not sure)
Cliff Aster
We hear some babbling sounds from Solstice Creek, and it was music to my ear.
What lies ahead is another story!
Enjoy!
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Our World Tuesday
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Sandy, Sylvia, Lady Fi, Gatina and Arija
Life has its twists and turns, one day you are OK, and another, NOT. However, this is not a deterrent of my quest to be at the Sandstone Peak. There are also my limitations. Therefore, after hiking only for up to 3 quarters of a mile, I know I have to make a u-turn.
Sandstone Peak
Santa Monica Mountains
3111 feet elevation
December 4, 2011.
Sandstone Peak is the highpoint in the Santa Monica Mountains of Southern California. It is also known as Mount Allen, a name that was given and used mainly by the Boy Scouts. During the 1960s, in an attempt to honor Circle X benefactor Herbert Allen, the Scouts petitioned the United States Department of the Interior to rename Sandstone Peak.
Photo of Mt. Allen by Irina
On the way back, I amused myself with whatever I see.
While waiting for the rest of the group, I was busy birding
The remnants of summer’s wildflowers
The San Gabriel Mountains in the background
I say to myself, be well and enjoy life!
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Outdoor Wednesday
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and
Our World Tuesday
Hosted by these wonderful ladies:
Sandy, Sylvia, Lady Fi, Gatina and Arija