day 382

Jody and I went to Seau's today to watch the Chargers VS Jets in the division playoffs. It was PACKED. What a disappointing loss it was - a big shock and terrible way to end the season.

day 367

day 365

Wow. It's hard to believe that the year has come to an end. I wasn't sure that I would be able to meet this challenge but I DID IT and I learned a lot in the process. I can't say I always posted photos on time but I took at least one photo every single day this year. Some days I hated the challenge, felt like there was nothing interesting to photograph and thought the photos I had taken just plain sucked. At the end of it all, I can honestly say that it's been a terrific experience. And I'm ready to do it all over again.

I don't often go out for New Year's but this year I felt like getting out there to celebrate. I went to an event at Mosaic Wine Bar where for just $30, we were treated to champagne and delicious gourmet pizzas all night. This is me with my friend Jen who gave me a great big, single girls unite hug at the stroke of midnight. (Not pictured is our other partner in crime for the night - Carlisa.)
Thank you so much for a great night ladies! I am so glad we got to celebrate the start of the new year with you two! XOXO

day 228

The kind of vandalism that makes people smile.

day 227

Arijana and I went to SOMA tonight to see a young band called Fusse that she discovered one night at Borders bookstore. Turns out that some of the guys went to my high school though I am sure they graduated some time in the last few years. The guy at the door wouldn't let me bring in my camera so I could only shoot with my Palm. :/

day 179

This afternoon I attended Taste of Adams Avenue with Jody and Dan. For $25, you can sample foods and beverages from a bunch of restaurants on and near Adams Avenue, through Kensington and Normal Heights. We had great food at all of the places we tried but my favorite, by far, was this Tarte Chaude au Reblochon at Bleu Boheme. Jody and I will absolutely return for more of that in the near future!

Sadly, my stomach started to revolt a bit so I missed out on some of the foods at the end but overall, it was a really good time. Thanks for a lovely day you guys! :)

day 175

Dan and I went down to PB to take a walk on the boardwalk this evening. Just before sunset, we went to Lahaina's for a beer and then moved on to dinner at Nick's. I miss a lot of things about living out at the beach so it was great to spend some time out there. Thanks for the great time tonight Dan!

day 172

Arijana sent me a "what are you doing?" text this afternoon. Next thing I know, we're lying on the beach in Coronado, soaking in the sun. When the wind picked up, we packed it in and headed to Tartine for some dinner. After we had our fill of wine and cheese, we took a walk along the water and came across a whole bunch of ducks and eight little ducklings. I took a bunch of photos of it all. Thanks for the wonderful afternoon Arijana!

day 170

Jody arranged a little gathering tonight in honor of our Jim, who is officially retiring from teaching. We met up at Old Venice, one of our very favorite spots for wine and food with friends. It was such a great surprise to get a last minute call from Robyn and to see Jill (who lives up in Santa Monica but happened to be in town.)

This group represents some of the best of what Clear View has brought to my life over the years and it was so nice to spend some time with these people who mean a lot to me. I love you guys! Thanks for getting us all together J! :)

day 156

I went out with Dan tonight, to Wine Steals in Point Loma. We shared this bottle of wine, a big plate of meats, cheeses and fruits and lots of good conversation. It was a great end to a pretty rough week. Thank you, thank you, thank you Dan - that was just what I needed!

day 151

Had myself a good old fashioned burger and a movie date tonight. Thank you SO much for the diversion Dan! I really needed it. :]

day 142

Meet Dan. :) We went to an opening at the Museum of Photographic Art tonight and spent some time walking around Balboa Park. I tried to get the Prado in this shot but after several failed attempts, I just gave up and let him shoot it.

day 137

Jody and I went to Extraordinary Desserts again today for their Sunday brunch. Arijana and Naeem came in too so we moved to a table and sat together. After a couple of hours of indulgence, we went for a walk through Little Italy where they were having a Sicilian Festival. It was packed! Too bad we were so stuffed - the food smelled amazing! See more photos here.

day 135

It was Teacher Appreciation Night so a group of us from work went to the Padres game. They had a great comeback in the 7th inning and beat the Reds 5-3. See the other photos here.

day 128

Tonight's Happy Hour turned into a wine and cheese extravaganza. I went to Extraordinary Desserts with Jody and Arijana. We shared a bottle of Argentinian Malbec and some fantastic cheeses, followed by coffee and the most delicious ice cream I have ever had. Yum, yum and more yum.

day 126

There's something you should know about me...
I am a serial orderer. When I find a dish I like, I order it over and over again. My current fave at The Cheesecake Factory is the Chicken Madeira. It is WON-DER-FUL and you get such a big portion, it makes a great leftover lunch. I can't wait to enjoy it all over again tomorrow!

day 120

I had dinner tonight with Jody and Arijana at one of my favorite chain restaurants - Macaroni Grill. Never really understood that name... macaroni on a grill is just not smart. Anyway, their Bellini's are fantastic! You have to have the one with the raspberry mixed in. Delish.

day 118

Usually, Jody finishes her beer well before me... well, not tonight!
We met up with Arijana for happy hour and tater tots at True North Tavern in North Park. What a nice way to spend a few hours on a school night!

day 116

Jody and I had lunch at the Coronado Brewing Company today. It was a beautiful afternoon so we sat out on their patio and enjoyed the sunshine. Living in San Diego is the best!

day 114

There was a dinner celebration tonight for LdV so before it started we went to La Bella's for a beer. On our way out I came across a machine with these stick-on mustaches in it and just couldn't resist them.