Life in the Desert

violet rapture-blue skies-purple petals- = perfect

IMG_6501, originally uploaded by DesertNana aka majamom.

I Have locked myself in my air conditioned studio.
Temperature outside - a mere 101 degrees
My Goal-to upload and clear every photo on my hard drive
How many photos?
Thousands
My Motivation?
the video card on my beloved 3 year old laptop is dying,so I am on a mission to save my photos,before it is too late

I lay down in the parking lot of our hotel in Lompoc California last week to take shots of these lovely tall purple flowers.
Do you know what they are called?
I was so delighted to be laying on cool cement with a chilly breeze blowing across me, I was in no hurry at all-to return to the standing position
I let myself get lost in this wonderful violet canopy, until a kind vacationer hurried over upon seeing me there,sprawled out on my back, to ask if I was alright.

Oh, I am  more then alright ..

 

I am in heaven.

Of an equally important matter, the folks over on Susanah Conaway August Break

have already started posting their daily photos!

I'm on my way to the pool to see what everyone is sharing!

All You Need Is Love

Beatles-The Mirage-LasVegas, originally uploaded by DesertNana aka majamom.

I am so Happy to be taking part in the August Break
Blogging group. The icon is over there on the left of my blog
well its supposed to be; but , I got so caddywampussed trying to add this to my sidebar that I don't know if the actual icon is going to appear.
If you would like to join in the project,just click the link and come along with a growing number of bloggers who will be posting a photo a day on their blogs during the month of August.
105 here in the Mojave desert and this desertnana is seeking coolness and hoping the same for you

LasVegas Strip

LasVegas Strip, originally uploaded by DesertNana aka majamom.

an amazing weekend in LasVegas exploring all of the new architecture

and amazing people

Las Vegas

Las Vegas, originally uploaded by majamom.

Happy February Friends
First I have to say
HOW ABOUT THOSE STEELERS?!!!!
Next , to say , I am still struggling with how to do my Etsy shop and blog and everything else in life, so my little corner of Type pad gets neglected; not to mention visiting all of my wonderful Blog sisters.
Finally, this photo montage is of an unexpected trip to Las Vegas to meet my sister-in-law who was raring to hike the entire strip from one end to another.
For me, as always my pilgrimage to The Secret Garden at THE MIRAGE, to see the white Lions and White Tigers was my absolute favorite. I didn’t arrive until late in the afternoon, so the lighting was a challenge, and my equipment Sherpa was hosting the relatives in the sports bar; so I was fumbling around with my limited equipment.
I really need to invest in one of those camera vest that has 25 pockets.
The piesta resistance, was the 3 month old, baby snow leopard who I will share here soon. If you visit Vegas and Love Animals, Put The Secret Garden on the top of your list!
~Hugs
maja

Go Softly

Go Softly, originally uploaded by majamom.

Please say a prayer
send a good thought
to my x sister in law
Marsha
41 yrs old
transitioning back
to her maker
My Gratitude,
majamom

This was my favorite

This was my favorite, originally uploaded by majamom.

Anyone who knows me understands I am not what you would call "a typical American shopper".
I much prefer, thrift shops, charity shops, Estate sales, and individually owned shops with handmade goods. Online its all about ETSY!
However, the glorious shops with a grand variety of handmade toys and decor from Germany, Russia and other countries had me so happy and in a state of wonder of such craftsmanship and quality . I just had to share a few with you.

love the alligator hair!

IMG_3410, originally uploaded by majamom.

Anyone who knows me understands I am not what you would call "a typical American shopper".
I much prefer, thrift shops, charity shops, Estate sales, and individually owned shops with handmade goods. Online its all about ETSY!
However, the glorious shops with a grand variety of handmade toys and decor from Germany, Russia and other countries had me so happy and in a state of wonder of such craftsmanship and quality . I just had to share a few with you.

the choices of the most delectable handbaked goods

the choices of the most delectable handbaked goods, originally uploaded by majamom.

I am no Martha Stewart. A sophisticated bakers description I cannot share. I can say HOLY BAKED GOOD HEAVEN! Be sure to order one and be prepared for a taste bud party!
Yes this and several other not photographed delights were responsible for a solid 2lb weight gain during my 6 day vacation.
Yes, we did eat dinner at restaurants ;but nothing, in my desert loving mind,deserves mentioning next to the baked goods.

come with me and we will see Solvang 1

come with me and we will see Solvang 1, originally uploaded by majamom.

"wonderful bright contrasting colors are seen everywhere in this cozy little

Danish village . I feel an immediate lift in my spirits "

Jalama Beach

Jalama Beach, originally uploaded by majamom.

Jalama Beach

Jalama Beach, originally uploaded by majamom.

Jalama Beach

Jalama Beach, originally uploaded by majamom.

Jalama Beach

Jalama Beach, originally uploaded by majamom.

To the ocean we go

To the ocean we go, originally uploaded by majamom.

To the ocean we go

To the ocean we go, originally uploaded by majamom.

To The Ocean We Go!

To The Ocean We Go!, originally uploaded by majamom.

WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT ! Rusty and crusty old farm equipment(another
fav of mine) hidden in cracks and tall grass, telling us the ranch
has been active for many a year.

To The Ocean We Go!

To The Ocean We Go!, originally uploaded by majamom.

WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT ! Rusty and crusty old farm equipment(another
fav of mine) hidden in cracks and tall grass, telling us the ranch
has been active for many a year.

To the ocean we Go!

To the ocean we Go!, originally uploaded by majamom.

As I undertand it, the 15 mile (drive it if you dare) road leading to
Jalama is through an endless privately owned Ranch. It was surprising
that the sites sounds and colors were so similar to THE FALL SEASON
BACK EAST

To the ocean we Go!

To the ocean we Go!, originally uploaded by majamom.

As I undertand it, the 15 mile (drive it if you dare) road leading to
Jalama is through an endless privately owned Ranch. It was surprising
that the sites sounds and colors were so similar to THE FALL SEASON
BACK EAST

To the Ocean We Go!

To the Ocean We Go!, originally uploaded by majamom.

once our car makes the left turn onto hwy 826 i can feel the excitment
of upcoming ocean air, water, sand-oh how i love to squish my bare
feet in the soft sand! At 46, this anticipation is on my top 3 list of
what makes me feel Joy!
Having left the harsh 102 degree desert behind, the air leading to
Jalama Beach was in the low 70's, just perfect for the most daring,
turning, twisting, narrow road, I have driven on to date.