In the San Francisco Bay, Angel Island has no bridges and no private cars. This is an extremely easy, completely undemanding, overnight bike camping trip.
Techniques & Inspirations
June 13, 2010
Angel Island
In the San Francisco Bay, Angel Island has no bridges and no private cars. This is an extremely easy, completely undemanding, overnight bike camping trip.
May 27, 2010
Bernal Hill Cottage Garden
This was one of my very first gardens. I start here in 2003; Lot's has changed.
April 05, 2010
Dearborn Community Garden Plot #45
Plot #45 under the plum tree: Collards, Peas, Arugula & Mustard Greens.
March 15, 2010
February 24, 2010
The Big Island, Hawaii
My first trip to The Big Island. Hundreds of Palms, lava flows and vibrate colors.
February 13, 2010
Bernal Heights Entry Garden
February 12, 2010
Alamo Square Entry Garden
This is my second design for this front terraced garden. This first was too wild. The owner enjoys the contrasting textures and colors the succulents provide this entry garden.
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