There are many reasons why I like to go to our trailer so much. (Yes, I am saving the obvious and best one for last.) Some of our friends have asked what draws us there so often. Upon returning from this last weekend's trip, I gave it some thought so that I could share it here.
For starters, I love the mornings there. The sun comes up right in the big window and always provides a great view. And, just when you think you've seen it enough, it changes, like this: bringing in a thick fog right at sunrise. It is so quiet in the mornings (since all the party-people are sleeping it off from the night before.) The only sound you hear is the birds and me clicking away.
Speaking of wildlife (the other kind), I always find something new that is interesting. I've learned that if I just pay attention (usually on hikes), I will see something good.
For me, it's the birds that are almost always amazing there. Being so close to the Cosumnes River, you get a lot of wildlife hanging around.
...and of course, the vultures as usual. I have so many shots of circling vultures, I decided that I will only shoot them if they are in a different position.
Also, I like the "photography challenge." That is, I like trying to get the best shot possible and especially the difficult ones. It's fun to experiment with the light and ultimately share the results. This little guy -- a thrush, I think -- was hard to get in the right light and then to crop and expand to be able to see him. Click on the pic as usual.
When walking around, especially in the early mornings, you never know what you'll see by just turning the corner. Check this out: Typical trail just winding around ..... I am always looking for snakes trying to warm their blood by laying in the sun, especially rattlers. In general, you don't want to surprise wildlife; it tends to make them flee, fight, or bite, the last two I do not want to encounter.
It's funny (funny, meaning "interesting", not funny meaning "funny") how much can bite you outside of the safe walls of your home. One time, I was just standing quietly on a trail enjoying the scenery, when I felt something on my leg. Looking down, I see (and feel) 4,948,510,395,385,284 ants!! I quickly realized that I was standing on an ant hill. Had they been fire ants, I would have been in real trouble.
OK, so I wind around the trail here, and see the cool egrets. These common birds are, well..common, but always fascinate me.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egret
Other than the wildlife, the other thing that I love is wildflowers! Like almost all outdoor places, especially in the spring, the Sacramento area is filled with beautiful wildflowers. Here, the poppies, which have not fully opened as yet in the morning, sit with the common vetch flowers.
In walking around, there seems to be a real simplicity about the place. What you see is what you get (wysiwyg, pronounced "wizy-wig") And, it's not complicated; don't step on the bees when walking through the Owl's Clover, don't grab the shiny (poison) oak branch, but do enjoy the subtle spring colors.
OK, what else do I like about the joint? Make no mistake, we eat well. Crock-pot chicken, mushrooms, broccoli, tomatoes, onions, and carrots will stick to the ol' ribs.
Now, we just need something light to wash it all down....
And, of course, no day is complete without a good start. Is there a better way to start than with a broccoli, cheese, mushroom, tomato, and red pepper omelet? Little English muffin on the side? Strong black coffee?
Among the many good things about going to the trailer, is it's proximity to the Lodi wine-growing region. We have been tasting at these wineries for years and have joined several of the wine clubs.
While a member of only one currently, we sometimes"partake of the grape" on our way home on Sunday afternoons. The Lodi wine area is a rapidly growing region trying to compete with the better-known Napa and Sonoma regions, and their pricing reflects that.
That leaves the sheer beauty of the place as another reason we love to go back there. Every time, every season, it amazes us.
OK, and the number ONE reason I love going to the trailer:
I get to read the paper! No, just kidding....I get to watch TV! OK, kidding again...I get to spend 3-4 days with the most wonderful person in the world, Mellissa. I love to see her relax, sleep, read, and unwind. So, after 38 trips in the trailer, I guess we still enjoy it.
For starters, I love the mornings there. The sun comes up right in the big window and always provides a great view. And, just when you think you've seen it enough, it changes, like this: bringing in a thick fog right at sunrise. It is so quiet in the mornings (since all the party-people are sleeping it off from the night before.) The only sound you hear is the birds and me clicking away.
Speaking of wildlife (the other kind), I always find something new that is interesting. I've learned that if I just pay attention (usually on hikes), I will see something good.
For me, it's the birds that are almost always amazing there. Being so close to the Cosumnes River, you get a lot of wildlife hanging around.
...and of course, the vultures as usual. I have so many shots of circling vultures, I decided that I will only shoot them if they are in a different position.
Also, I like the "photography challenge." That is, I like trying to get the best shot possible and especially the difficult ones. It's fun to experiment with the light and ultimately share the results. This little guy -- a thrush, I think -- was hard to get in the right light and then to crop and expand to be able to see him. Click on the pic as usual.
When walking around, especially in the early mornings, you never know what you'll see by just turning the corner. Check this out: Typical trail just winding around ..... I am always looking for snakes trying to warm their blood by laying in the sun, especially rattlers. In general, you don't want to surprise wildlife; it tends to make them flee, fight, or bite, the last two I do not want to encounter.It's funny (funny, meaning "interesting", not funny meaning "funny") how much can bite you outside of the safe walls of your home. One time, I was just standing quietly on a trail enjoying the scenery, when I felt something on my leg. Looking down, I see (and feel) 4,948,510,395,385,284 ants!! I quickly realized that I was standing on an ant hill. Had they been fire ants, I would have been in real trouble.
OK, so I wind around the trail here, and see the cool egrets. These common birds are, well..common, but always fascinate me.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egret
Other than the wildlife, the other thing that I love is wildflowers! Like almost all outdoor places, especially in the spring, the Sacramento area is filled with beautiful wildflowers. Here, the poppies, which have not fully opened as yet in the morning, sit with the common vetch flowers.In walking around, there seems to be a real simplicity about the place. What you see is what you get (wysiwyg, pronounced "wizy-wig") And, it's not complicated; don't step on the bees when walking through the Owl's Clover, don't grab the shiny (poison) oak branch, but do enjoy the subtle spring colors.
OK, what else do I like about the joint? Make no mistake, we eat well. Crock-pot chicken, mushrooms, broccoli, tomatoes, onions, and carrots will stick to the ol' ribs.
Now, we just need something light to wash it all down....
And, of course, no day is complete without a good start. Is there a better way to start than with a broccoli, cheese, mushroom, tomato, and red pepper omelet? Little English muffin on the side? Strong black coffee?Among the many good things about going to the trailer, is it's proximity to the Lodi wine-growing region. We have been tasting at these wineries for years and have joined several of the wine clubs.
While a member of only one currently, we sometimes"partake of the grape" on our way home on Sunday afternoons. The Lodi wine area is a rapidly growing region trying to compete with the better-known Napa and Sonoma regions, and their pricing reflects that.That leaves the sheer beauty of the place as another reason we love to go back there. Every time, every season, it amazes us.
OK, and the number ONE reason I love going to the trailer:
I get to read the paper! No, just kidding....I get to watch TV! OK, kidding again...I get to spend 3-4 days with the most wonderful person in the world, Mellissa. I love to see her relax, sleep, read, and unwind. So, after 38 trips in the trailer, I guess we still enjoy it.
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