As the sky darkened, our family headed out for a short hike at Cheesboro Canyon. Although rain threatened and a chill had settled into this Sunday afternoon, we had been cooped up in the house all day and needed some fresh air and exercise. An easy walk up to the summit of the … [Read more...]
It’s In the Details
This is a street light on my street. Look how pretty it is. It's just a streetlight, but I took this photo on my way back from walking Kid 1 to school because it struck me that even the streetlights are nice here. … [Read more...]
Kid Whisperer
Here in Agoura Hills, there are horse parks. Horse parks! The kids were enthralled. They shouted questions at the "partner" in the ring (as in "howdy, partner!"), enough so that I became embarrassed and urged them not to disturb his time with his horses. Their names are … [Read more...]
Cameron To Pave Paradise For Another Avatar?
This morning the Acorn reported that James Cameron's plan to build a movie studio in Agoura Hills was approved by the city council. I thought we were an autonomous collective. Guess I thought wrong. Welcome to surburban development! My first reaction was horror - the … [Read more...]
Top Ten Things To Do in Agoura Hills When It Rains
10. Go to the movies. Duh. 9. Go shopping. Double duh. 8. Indoor playgrounds. There's one in Oak Park and one on Canwood. 7. Playdates. Everyone is so nice here, there's bound to be someone who wouldn't mind sending their kid over to wreck your house. Or vice … [Read more...]