Author: amyewhitelivecom

Asia is known for their night markets where street vendors get together to sell food and goods. This past weekend we attended a “night” market in Santa Monica, which opened at 1 pm.

First stop, All Dat Dim Sum and TaoBoa Pork Belly Buns.

Once we had our fill of savory treats, we moved on to the sweets. Quinn got himself a waffle ice cream bowl and Don was kind enough to oblige me in this funny picture with a ‘HoneyCone’.

On the way home, Don took a detour to one of our favorite spots that overlooks the valleys in one direction and the coast in the other direction.

In Quinn’s honors science class, each student had to create a science fair project. Quinn’s project was to determine which paper airplane design could carry the most weight over a distance of 25 feet.

First up, collecting data.

And then putting it all together. He finished the ‘bones’ of the project before the long weekend and then spent 3 days out of his 4 day weekend polishing it up and putting it on his board. But it turned out great!

His teacher held a Science Fair Night where we were able to see all of the projects. We were surprised to see about 5 – 6 other paper airplane based projects (of course Q’s was the best 🙂 It was a great experience learning how to present data and information. And happy to report he got an A+.

The hummingbird population in our backyard has grown again and Don purchased a 3rd feeder to add to the rotation to keep these little guys well nourished.

On the weekends sometimes Don and I will take a ride along the Pacific Coast Highway. We listen to podcasts and enjoy our beautiful coast.

As the days get longer I can get out for a quick hike before dinner with my good boy Sonic. This is the trail behind our house that has a beautiful sunset overlook. It was cold and windy this afternoon but always good to get out!

My friend Amy and I have been hiking every week. We went to Malibu where we thought it would be cooler but it was pretty warm. Although this trail is all uphill, it is one of my faves and has a such a beautiful view of the coast.

Another trail straight uphill. We went to the top of that butte/mountain in the first picture.

A weekend hike at Satwiwa National Park with Don and Sonic. The little bit of rain we’ve had has made the mountains and valleys so green.

A sunset hike with Don. The ‘crows of Simi Valley’ fly west toward the coast at sunrise every morning and then back east to Simi Valley at sunset.

I’ve also been hiking with Barb most weeks. This was a lovely hike at Chesebro Canyon. We even saw a coyote — who went about his business.

This day was an easier walk with llamas at the half way point. Barb brought some carrots for Larry and Bob (the brown one in the background) the llamas. The goats also get in on the action.