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Why is the Car Industry (Still) So Sexist?

* If you don't see a post from me one or two days this week, it's because I will HOPEFULLY (finally?) be making the transition to my redesigned site. I didn't want you to worry if I go quiet for... Continue reading

Posted Dec 5, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Life on the Edge

I've shared a lot of photos of Orange County homes in the past. Beach house in Orange County, CA. The above photo was taken from the sand, within a small cove, looking up at the house above. When the tide... Continue reading

Posted Dec 4, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Fall Colors in Orange County

I have three small Liquid Amber trees in my yard. They're one of the few types of trees that "turn" in Southern California (due to the warm climate here). I was so excited to see I finally had fall colors... Continue reading

Posted Dec 3, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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The 56 Best/Worst Analogies Written by High School Students

I was sent the following post via an email chain. I borrowed it for today's post. (The email chain originated from This Blog, who borrowed it from this blog, who apparently borrowed it from the Washington Post.) I dare you... Continue reading

Posted Dec 2, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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The OC Economy Is Improving ...

I get bored easily reading financial reports. On the other hand, I can pretty much guarantee you the economy is improving. Why? Orange County's financial absurdness seems to be bursting at the seams again. For instance ... OC Economy Must... Continue reading

Posted Dec 1, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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The Flower Shots

I've been participating in some photography groups these past few months. For some reason, people like to do a lot of photography events requiring floral shots. Personally, I think flowers are one of the easiest things to photograph (if you've... Continue reading

Posted Nov 30, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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I Blame You (You're an Idiot), Not Your Kids

There was a little incident at the beach the other day. Some of my family members and guests wanted to enjoy a beautiful day at the beach. We purposely went to a beach very few tourists know about. It's located... Continue reading

Posted Nov 29, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Aaaand ... Tis The Season?

If you live in the US, I hope you had a nice Thanksgiving weekend. Actually, I hope you had a nice Thanksgiving weekend wherever you live, and whether or not you celebrated. My last guest leaves this afternoon. I will... Continue reading

Posted Nov 28, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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1,000 Steps

There's a beach here called 1,000 Steps. There's a good reason why it's named 1,000 Steps. It's the very same reason why it isn't a very crowded beach .... Steps at 1,000 Steps Beach in Orange County. The little black... Continue reading

Posted Nov 27, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Almost Tropical

Sunset a couple weeks ago ... The sunset looked and felt tropical when I took the above photo. In fact, just looking at this photo makes me want to hop on a flight to Hawaii. Sigh! © Twenty Four At... Continue reading

Posted Nov 26, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Bourbon Roses

I mentioned I'd try to dig up a photo of a Bourbon Rose. Since, I'm (sort-of) taking the Thanksgiving weekend off I thought it would be a nice thing to share today. Bourbon Roses, photo taken at Descanso Gardens. Aren't... Continue reading

Posted Nov 25, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Thanksgiving 2011

So much to be thankful for .... © Twenty Four At Heart Continue reading

Posted Nov 24, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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There's a Turkey in the Fridge ...

My house is pure mayhem right now. Family, guests, dogs ... turkey in the fridge. Chaos! Fun chaos, but chaos nonetheless. I have a secret. Ever since my car accident, there's a (big) part of me that dreads the holidays.... Continue reading

Posted Nov 23, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Beach Houses

I never tire of photographing the beach houses here. There's such a big variety of styles and locations. I spend a lot of time on our beaches. I mentally critique multi-million dollar homes as if I were truly in the... Continue reading

Posted Nov 22, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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MIT

When I was in Boston a few weeks ago, I suggested visiting the famed MIT campus in Cambridge. My host seemed a little baffled by my request. I come from a family of rocket scientists and assorted other engineer types.... Continue reading

Posted Nov 21, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Crescent Bay, Laguna Beach

Crescent Bay, in Laguna Beach, is known for its beauty. Crescent Bay, Laguna Beach I took this photo about a week ago, the day after we got a little rain. It couldn't have been a prettier day. The water sparkled;... Continue reading

Posted Nov 20, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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November

Brrrr!! It's been chilly here the last couple days! Beach Cave Did I mention brrrrrrr?! © Twenty Four At Heart Continue reading

Posted Nov 19, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Descanso Gardens

When I was a kid, my parents "made" us (my brother, sister and I) go on weekly hikes. We hated it. The other kids got to hang out and play (or watch TV?) while we were being forced to enjoy... Continue reading

Posted Nov 18, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Good News, Bad News, And Weird News

My life is SO not normal. Weird news: Multiple people are sending me photos of their basters. BWAHAHAHAHAHA! I can't even tell you how much this amuses me. In fact, it makes my day because hahahahahaha! I think YOU should... Continue reading

Posted Nov 17, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Eat Your Vegetables and Other Words of Wisdom

Yesterday afternoon I sent an inquiry out on Facebook and Twitter while I was at the grocery store. (This is newsworthy in itself because I'm rarely on Facebook.) Tell me about kale. I've never had it. Would it be good... Continue reading

Posted Nov 16, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Embarrassing Purchases

I bought a new turkey baster yesterday, and I felt dirty for hours afterwards. Last year, you might recall, I had a few "incidents" while cooking Thanksgiving dinner. One of those incidents was the explosion of my favorite Master Baster.... Continue reading

Posted Nov 15, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Dream House

I don't usually share terrible photos with you. Well, I try not to. But .... Yesterday, I found myself visiting my dream house and the light for photography at the time was terrible. It was glaring right at me, and... Continue reading

Posted Nov 14, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Sunset With a Splash

Posted Nov 13, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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The Derby Square Bookstore

Piles of books everywhere. The Derby Square Bookstore in Salem, MA is definitely unique. You can barely walk in the store because there are stacks of books everywhere. Finding the cash register when it's time to pay for something is... Continue reading

Posted Nov 12, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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Winners and Other Stuff

• Thank you to everyone who participated in my give-away yesterday. The winners are: DrLori71 with her comment: If I win I'd love to buy myself something. But I'll probably just end up buying more Legos for my boys lol.... Continue reading

Posted Nov 11, 2011 at Twenty Four At Heart

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