Santas Little Blog Helpers

I follow a lot of blogs. There are several reasons for this. I can relate to a lot of the things that other people say, whether it is a problem, an opinion or a joy. I find lists that I didn't know I needed to make yet. I learn how to take better photos.

And taking better photos is what Katrina Kennedy does. I have been following her blog for a while and she has given me so many good tips! She is teaching an online class this month to help other people learn how to make the most of their holiday photos. If you are interested, you can find her info HERE. 

She is also doing a giveaway for a free class, which I believe ends this Friday, so put your name in the hat now! You can find that HERE. 

She also does a photowalk most months. She is from Sacramento and I'm sure would love your company. Or, if not, you can find her list online and do your own at home (that is what I will do, since I am in Iowa this weekend!) It is a good way to keep your photographic eye sharp!

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Road Trip: Day Four

Country music is funny. Today on the radio, since I could not get any other stations, I listened to these songs:

1. All I Want for Christmas is a Real Good Tan
2. Pretty Good at Drinking Beer

After that I turned it off. I don't mind country, if there is nothing else, and I will definitely pick it over Christian rock, but how silly can you get? Speaking of driving through Kansas, I have found out a few things about Kansans:

1. They LOVE Jesus
2. They HATE abortion (there are tons of signs on the side of the road to prove both of these)
3. They make their bales in rolls. I like the rolls better than the cubes. (see photo at bottom)
4. Their BBQ is okay, but not "the best BBQ in the country". Sorry, Kansas. Actually Iowa so far has been the best I have eaten.

Today's journey: Denver, CO to Salina, KS.

Agate, CO

Agate, CO

Genoa, CO

near Grinnell, KS

Tomorrow is the last day. I will travel from here to Des Moines, which is about 350 more miles. There I will get to see my HS best friend and some old work buddies (in case you didn't know, I worked in Iowa for about 7 months and I learned a lot about corn while I was there).

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"Watch Marathi movie online - Paisa, Paisa, Paisa - Anant Jog, Girish Oak, Sunil Shende"

Director : Kumar Sohoni Genre : Drama Cast : Anant Jog, Girish Oak, Sunil Shende, Tushar Dalvi, Yashwant Dutt, Prashant Subhedar, Varsha Usgaonkar, Jayant Sawarkar, Ramesh Bhatkar, Savita Prabhune, Sudhir Joshi Paisa Paisa Paisa Watch Online Marathi Movie Youtube Link : Paisa Paisa Paisa Watch Online Marathi Movie

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"Watch Marathi movie online - Paisa, Paisa, Paisa - Anant Jog, Girish Oak, Sunil Shende"

Director : Kumar Sohoni Genre : Drama Cast : Anant Jog, Girish Oak, Sunil Shende, Tushar Dalvi, Yashwant Dutt, Prashant Subhedar, Varsha Usgaonkar, Jayant Sawarkar, Ramesh Bhatkar, Savita Prabhune, Sudhir Joshi Paisa Paisa Paisa Watch Online Marathi Movie Youtube Link : Paisa Paisa Paisa Watch Online Marathi Movie

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Thanksgiving Feast: RB Inn

I know this post may seem a little late being that Thanksgiving was almost a week ago, but I am feeling a bit nostalgic.  I can't help but notice that it was quite fitting that Thanksgiving coincided with our impending move.  It was nice to spend Thanksgiving and the extended weekend with my family and reflect upon what I am thankful for.  

Our tradition for Thanksgiving is having no set tradition at all.  I have spent Thanksgiving everywhere from a ship on the High Seas, to Australia, to Palm Springs, to family friend's, and my parent's home.  

This year we had our Thanksgiving feast at the Rancho Bernardo Inn.  The RB Inn is famous for it's dining, golf, spa, and the resort itself, is like an oasis in the middle of San Diego, with it's manicured gardens, it's a popular wedding location.

images via RB Inn

It was a Thanksgiving to remember, one that I am truly thankful for.

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MORGAN ASTE 02/02

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Mark Erpelding training his big guns

Now you are bigger :)

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Road Trip: Day Three

I have flown through Denver dozens of times and once had to spend the night due to a flight delay. However, I have never really BEEN to Denver (or Colorado in general!) So finally I made it. For real. I had a meal downtown and walked around the 16th street mall. So, now what do I have to say about Colorado?

1. They are worse drivers than CA, NV, UT or WY (but better than LA or FL!).
2. It is warmer here than in all the other states I have been through (the record was NV at -1 degree; it is in the 30s in CO)
3. There are a lot of bums downtown.
4. The mountains are BEAUTIFUL!!! but Denver is not as close to them as I thought it was.
5. There are a ton of towns with the name "springs" in the name. 

Also, let's not forget Wyoming. I thought it was flat; it is not. There are mountains and rolling hills both! It is beautiful. I only just skimmed the bottom edge of it, but I can't wait to come back when it is warmer and I have more time and go hiking, see Yellowstone, climb the Tetons and explore!

Today's stats:
Favorite license plate so far: Wyoming
Highest point: 8,640 feet
Number of pumps of chocolate in my Venti mocha this morning: 3
License plate from farthest away state: Alaska! My first one ever! (does anyone else play this game?) 2nd place: Florida (that guy must be freezing up here!)
Cost of parking for two hours in downtown Denver: $2.00
Miles remaining: 700

A couple of questions for you, readers: Have you ever taken a road trip? If so, where? What is your favorite place? And where's the coldest place you have ever been? The highest?

Today's trip: Rock Springs, WY to Denver, CO (a little bit of a detour to Denver, but I heard it was worth it)

Here are today's pictures. I noticed I have a lot of "road" shots, but hey, it IS a "road trip"!!! These were all taken in Wyoming. There is no snow in Colorado so I wasn't as photo crazy. 

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Take Long Walks With Pinay Girls on the Zambales Coast

If you have no idea of where to take Pinay girls out on a date then we have the best place for you. No romantic getaway can equal what the beautiful shores of the Zambales coast has to offer.

The Zambales coast is one of the longest and most untouched shorelines this part of the Island of Luzon. It is just a few hours away from Manila and is very accessible through a lot of modes of transportation. This coastal area offers a great mix of mountain ranges and pristine beaches still teeming with natural beauty.

First stop would be the coast of Pandaquit. This town offers a long shoreline with fishing villages. The best thing about this shoreline is you can rent one of the boats available and get a ride to the beautiful and untouched Capones and Camera Islands.

Capones island has great diving and surfing sites for visitors. The islands offer untouched natural shorelines and also one of the best beach resort in Capones Island. You are sure to get a great paradise getaway with your date here.

Going North you will find the provincial capital of Iba. There are a lot of resorts to visit here like the Ocean View Beach House in Balintog Amungan. The resort is a crescent beach surrounded by reefs on both sides. You can even rent out the resort for yourself and your date so you can get some alone time together.

Further North you will be getting to the towns of Palauig, Masinioc and Santa Cruz with extensive saltworks. There are a lot of resorts and beaches in the southern end of Dasol Bay. There are also two islands accessible from Dasol Bay by hiring a small boat. One of those islands is Hermana Mayor Island which is also known as "Miss Universe Island". The photo shoots for the Miss Universe Pageant in 1979 where done here and much of the islands natural beauty is untouched unto this day. There are no hotels in the island giving you a truly untouched resort.

Experience the best of the Philipines from the busy streets of Manila to the scenery of idyllic tourists spots. Discover the dramatic beauty and culture of Filipina Girls and everything else about the Filipinos.

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