Photography List 2023
Memorable Photography Explorations 2019 SEE JANE EXPLORE WHERE TO PHOTOGRAPH IN ORANGE COUNTY, CA. 6700 E Walnut Canyon RoadAnaheim, Ca. 92807 https://www.anaheim.net/1096/Oak-Canyon-Nature-Center ABOUT Oak Canyon Nature Center, a 58-acre natural park nestled in the...
Exploring Enchanting Pumpkins of Fall
Fall brings a bountiful crop of pumpkinlicious pumpkins throughout most of the United States. This North American native fruit (oh, yes, it’s a fruit) is one versatile symbol of the start of Fall. You’ll see them in grocery stores, pumpkin patches, Fall festivals,...
Celebrate National Book Lovers!
To celebrate National Book Lovers Day, I invite you to meet the award-winning author and my cousin, Adam Sikes, and get a signed copy of his latest novel, "Landslide" at the San Fernando Valley Historical Society in Mission Hills on August 24th, 2023, at 7 pm. Event...
See Jane Explore Teepee DIY
Looking for a fun summer DIY project? Transform your backyard into a cozy oasis with a handmade teepee! Embrace your creativity and design a personalized sanctuary for relaxation, play, or even stargazing. Share your favorite teepee tips and tricks in comments, or...
Throwback to the good old days…
Throwback to the good old days when my sister and I rocked those sailor hats our older sister's boyfriend gifted us, who served in the Navy then! We looked so cute standing on those Shedd Aquarium steps in Chicago with our Dad close by, don't you think? 👀 Notice the...
Discover Summer Explorations
DISCOVER SUMMER EXPLORATIONS As the warm summer approaches, it's time to start planning your next adventure in Southern California. Whether you are a local or a visitor, the region has plenty of events and activities to keep you entertained all summer long....
Discover Spring Explorations
Discover Spring Explorations As the days get longer and warmer, it's time to start planning outdoor adventures for the upcoming spring season. Exploring nature is a great way to escape our everyday lives and enjoy fresh air and sunshine. Taking time to enjoy...
Celebrate Love this February
February is the month of love, and it’s a great time to celebrate your relationships! Whether you’re single or in a relationship, there are plenty of...
Sustainable Gifts Never Go Out of Style
Don’t be overwhelmed with the upcoming holidays. I have some great gift ideas if you who want to contribute to the well being of others, now and in the future. So, in my blogs, I had discussed microfarming, planting gardens, soil enhancements and other subjects...
Exploring Enchanting Pumpkins of Fall
Fall brings a bountiful crop of pumpkinlicious pumpkins throughout most of the United States. This North American native fruit (oh, yes, it’s a fruit) is one versatile symbol of the start of Fall. You’ll see them in grocery stores, pumpkin patches, at Fall festivals,...
Journaling Never Goes Out of Style
Journaling Never Goes Out of Style I write in my gratitude journal daily – first thing in the morning. I had attended a journaling workshop and have incorporated positive affirmations that "reprogram" my subconscious. An example is "I am capable of getting...
Art! Nutrition! Women!
Art! Nutrition! Women! March is filled with celebrations and opportunities to explore! "March is Arts Education Month focusing on how arts education rebuilds our economy, student engagement, and mental well-being. 80% of students report worsening mental...
Valentine’s Day and Beyond
Love is in the air! Celebrating Valentine's Day is a tradition that traces back to an ancient Roman celebration of Lupercalia to purify the city and promote health and fertility. Also, In medieval times, girls would sometimes eat unusual foods on St. Valentine’s Day...
New Year. New Habits.
With the New Year, we make promises in the guise of resolutions. I did not make any resolutions for 2022, and I'll tell you why. I, and I'm pretty sure you are, am inundated with e-mails, messages, mail, phone calls (wanted or unwanted), and much more. We are in...
Celebrate a New Christmas Tradition
"It's the most wonderful time of the year!" Children anticipate Santa arriving in their home with gifts galore. Adults hurry to buy just the right gift for family and friends. Yearly Traditions will be followed by many families, individuals and anyone in between....
Memorable Photography Explorations 2021
Memorable Photography Explorations 2021 If you’re planning photos in 2021 for families, individuals and anyone in between, it’s to your benefit to experience new and memorable photography explorations. Now is an excellent time to plan photos for graduations,...
Time for Fun at the OC Fair
Good news: The OC Fair is back in business from July 16 - August 15, 2021. Two more days!! It's time to make memories with family and friends! And, it's #TIMEFORFUN (which is the theme for OC Fair 2021) because don't we all need some fun after being inside for so...
How to Create a Plentiful Indoor Herb Garden by Redfin
I was honored to be invited by Mike Cahill of @Redfin to share some tips and tricks for anyone looking to create an indoor herb garden of their very own on his blog article, "How to Create a Plentiful Indoor Herb Garden.” Please take a look at...
Grown-Up Play Dates Never Go Out of Style
My best friend had moved from her home, about 3 miles from my home, in Southern California to Northern California to be closer to her daughter and her family. Before her move, we visited each other often at breakfast, and scheduled day explorations when possible....
How To Attract, Repel, and Nourish the Garden with Essential Oils
How To Attract, Repel, and Nourish the Garden with Essential Oils Aphids, spiders, ants, moths and many other pests are hungry and waiting to eat up your garden! In my 6/13/18 blog, I talked about companion plants repelling pests in your garden. Well,...
National Women’s History Month 2021
National Women’s History Month 2021 Who is Zerna Sharp? She was an American educator and book editor who created characters and the concept for the “Dick and Jane” series for beginning readers. She was criticized for the stereotypical content of the stories. I,...
Gardening Never Goes Out of Style
My Mother and older sister have always told me that my Dad had a greenhouse behind our house in Hammond, Indiana. I have no memory of it because I was 6 months old when we moved from Hammond to La Porte, Indiana. Our new house was on a little over an acre of...
Let’s All Go Outside
Oh, the weather outside in Southern California is delightful. Are you ready to go outdoors for some fresh air and a dose of Vitamin N (Nature). Maybe you could even splash about in your waterproof boots in the much needed rain. I walk every morning. Being outdoors...
Evolving After Graduation 2020
Congratulations to all 2020 college graduates. You’re ready for the adult world. Will you continue your education? Will you get a job? Time for some essential decisions to be made. My GrandAngel aka Granddaughter, a recent college graduate, informed me that she...
Alternative Graduation Memories
My memories of high school and college graduation ceremonies are vivid. Feelings of pride and anticipation of the unknown future will stay with me forever. Graduating seniors of 2020 will not have those same traditional memories. Therefore, they won’t walk on a...
Memorable Photography Explorations
If you’re planning photos in 2021 for families, individuals and anyone in between, it’s to your benefit to experience new explorations for photos. Now is a good time to plan photos for graduations, weddings, baby/bridal showers, birthdays, family...
Merry & Bright Holiday Photographs
This year, I find myself day dreaming about past, present and future moments. Gift giving and our time together can have new meaning as we evolve as a family. We have driven, given, and expired some of the traditions of Christmas past. With renewed fa-la-la this...
Thanksgiving Photography
Are you In the planning stages for your Thanksgiving/Friendsgiving/Fall Soirees celebrations? Creating a dazzling Fall tablescapes is a fun activity for the whole family. There are plenty of ideas on Pinterest or just Google “Fall Tablescapes" or "Thanksgiving...
Hands Off the Fullerton Arboretum
I always love going to the Fullerton Arboretum in Fullerton, California, a beautiful 26-acre public botanical garden that is a tranquil respite from day-to-day hustle & bustle. I’ve taken my GrandAngels there numerous times for classes and to walk the numerous...
How One Step Can Lead To Another
Do you remember your first job? My first job was selling candy in a Los Angeles department store during a high school Christmas break (yes, Christmas break was what it was called back in the day). At the time, I wasn’t specifically thinking that this job...