Tag: California
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Unverhofft kommt oft. Some things really do happen out of the blue — like getting a Thanksgiving invitation three hours in advance from my friend in California to her parents’ house in New York. She wasn’t even there, but I went anyway and ended up spending a wonderful evening. It was a traditional Thanksgiving dinner…
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Throwback
On a gloomy day like today, with rain pouring and clouds hanging low, it’s hard not to think back to earlier this year, when I lived in sunny California. Palm trees lined the streets, and stepping outside didn’t feel like such a battle with the weather. I know, California’s dealing with its own share of…
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Wedding celebrations
I attended my friend’s wedding celebration yesterday and it was truly wonderful. Everything took place outdoors surrounded by beautiful native plants and trees, the weather was ideal (not too hot, a slight breeze), and the birds sung beautifully accompanied by the soothing background sound of burbling water from the residential pond…
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Sonoma Valley
Is one of the most renowned winemaking areas north of San Francisco whose rich soils mark the birthplace of California’s wine industry. Cradled between the Mayacamas and the Sonoma Mountain ranges, The Valley sometimes gets referred to as ‘Moon Valley’ as it appears that the moon rises and sets various times behind the mountain range.…
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California memories
On my way to San Francisco to attend my friend’s wedding and it feels like going home! I know I’ve only lived there for two years but I have so many great memories. I’ve explored, enjoyed and savoured my time there and if you’re curious about what I was up to, you can check out…
Josephine in New York City 