Life in the Desert

Larry the Lizard is Back

Larry the Lizard is Back, originally uploaded by majamom.

Once it hits 90 or above Larry appears in the same Place on the side porch for his daily sunning.Last year we got familiar with each other and would have little talks. Today I did all the talking and shooting while Larry hung out.

Bobcat Baby in Joshua Tree California

Baby bobcat, originally uploaded by majamom.

one of thousands of complete image files lost in my computer crash this past fall.
Desert bobcats abound on the South Side of Joshua Tree(Joshua Tree National Park Side), though few people ever see them. They make their homes in the safety of endless Rock and boulder clusters that you will observe when visiting The Joshua Tree National Park.

Gambel's Quail Spa Day

Gambel's Quail Spa Day, originally uploaded by majamom.

The male Gambel's quail ,cleans himself my wiggling into the sand
using one wing at a time to dust himself with the soft desert sand
then shaking it off.

Happy Birthday My Baby Girl

Haapy Birthday My Baby Girl, originally uploaded by majamom.

22 years ago today, you came into the world and changed my life in every wonderful way imaginable
I Love you and your baby girl more then any world could ever express
Thank you for being my daughter
and the best thing I have ever done in My Life

Memorial Day-Prayers for Peace in our Hearts

Memorial Day-Prayers for Peace in our Hearts, originally uploaded by majamom.

Prayers for Peace in our World

The Best Moments Ever!

family fun with sadie and sean and sumintra, originally uploaded by majamom.

Dear Sadie,
Nana turned these pictures into black and white because it was almost dark outside and I forgot to pack my short lens for this trip to the right coast-
So i cranked up my ISO to 1600, hoping i could capture the wonderful play time our family,
all together
in one place,
on "Aunt "Calyn's" lawn( thats how you say Aunt Carolyns name
C A L I N ,
and it has the sweetest, loving sound when you call her name.
CAAAAALIN
the images have noise in color and Nana does not photo shop, so this was my only option-at least for now, to capture what for me is Pure Bliss!
You take to a Ball with such joy and energy!
Actually, you take to almost any physical activity this way-
as if it were the greatest thing Ever!
Nana should not say "as if "because for you , and your amazing spirit,
each movement
every jump, each time you catch the ball
is indeed
THE BEST MOMENT EVER!

graduation 09 I am filled with pride that words cannot express

I am filled with pride that words cannot express, originally uploaded by majamom.

You amaze me
my god daughter
and the fella standing next to you
is pretty spectacular too!
xoxox

my heart

my heart, originally uploaded by majamom.



I am all settled here on the right coast with my loved ones. I thank you all for you kindness, prayers and messages for my dad. He is wonderful and was given the O.K. to gently swing a golf club and drive again!!
This little Angel, has filled my days with endless activity, light and Love!
Tomorrow is off to the College graduation of my precious goddaughter. Then four final days of PLAY with the keeper of my heart, before returning to Life in the Desert.
Namaste,
majamom
desertnana