Sister Time at Moonlight Beach

The twisted sisters together at last! We had a wonderful lunch at Leucadia Pizzaria and Italian restaurant, followed by a quick hop across the street to Moonlight Beach in Encinitas, CA.

I'm the one with eyes shut and mouth wide open. Obviously, sisters Sharon and Robin are more experienced at selfies than I am!

We had great weather for a walk on the beach. Beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean from every angle.

Moonlight Beach State Park

Looking north...

Looking south.

My beautiful sisters

No crowds in May

I could look at these views all day

It amazes me that plants and trees can grow on that sandy soil cliff

A ledge perfect for rock-stacking

A closer look

I was here

Run off from above keeps the ledge wet

Look how proud I am at completing this simple task!

One last look before we go

Laura S. Pringle is the author of The Pringle Plan, a series of educational guides. 

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San Diego Botanic Garden

San Diego Botanic Garden

 On a recent trip to California, I spent several hours strolling through the San Diego Botanical Garden with my two sisters. What a wonderful day. So good to spend time together chatting and exploring. Fortunately, the Californians were patient with me as I took pictures of plants they see everyday!

Cork Tree

A dead Eucalyptus tree is being sculpted into a Baobab tree for the Madagascar garden

Mexican musicians perform

Avocado tree

Interesting trees and plants everywhere

Bottlebrush

Dinner Plate Fig

Some of these leaves were taller than me!

Love the yellow stalks of this bamboo 

Japanese Garden

A peaceful pond

Dragon Tree

Succulent sculptures dance by the fountain

My favorite - The succulent garden, so different from what I'm used to in New England

I can't visit California without taking photos of palm trees

Under a canopy of palms

The Children's Discovery Garden - A fun place to run, dig, climb, and explore!

Another CA photo must - Cactus

Elephant's Foot (aka Pony-tail palm)

Laura S. Pringle is the author of The Pringle Plan, a series of educational guides. 

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