From the northern part of Los Angeles, i spied the eclipse through a pair of plastic and cardboard eclipse viewing glasses. The viewing spectacles were provided by the Griffith Park Observatory. It was a spectacular sight, despite only being a partial eclipse and only the beginning. I was amazed when i pointed the lens of my small digital camera though the disposable glasses and was able to take a pretty decent picture. enjoy. depending on where you live, you may still catch it in your area. Look up in the sky, but protect your eyes.
Category: Travel
Geyser on PCH!
I shot an amazing clip of a destroyed fire hydrant turned into a 50 foot geyser firing above the Pacific Coast Highway.
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Topanga Days! Music, Fun, and competitive eating.
I attended Topanga’s anual fair. There was much excitement, great music, and some phenomenal costumes. We were having such a great time, we hardly noticed that Forest’s beer had been pilfered by Andy Dick. We discovered some great bands (like Afrobeat Down & Clare Means). I even entered the anual Pie Eating Competition. As my first go at competitive eating, i did fairly well, but i have a few pro tips for those interested. First off, don’t sit next to the craziest person in the competition. Don’t wear clothes you care about (not even as a spectator) and watch out for your nose. (I’m still pulling blueberries out of my nose)
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Topanga Days 2011 Pie Eating (low)
Topanga Days 2011 Pie Eating (high)
Me After the Contest
what’s the chance of getting out of here?
I’m trying to fly home from DC. we’ve been sitting in our plane in a parking lot for over an hour while the rain and thunder gets worse.
iPhone wins 5 to 1 at LAX charging kiosk!
Vs Android. (not even counting iPads)
The long road home.
I started the long trek home today. It was great to get away, but all good things must come to an end. 740 miles to go.
UPDATE: I made it. Nearly 700 miles on just the i5. it’s good to be home. (12 hours of driving, wow)
Markets, Trails, and Car Trouble!
We went to an amazing farmers market in Eugene to fuel up for a wonderful hike. Wonderful trails and great bird watching. Got some great photos. Then it was off to portland (after a snack). I managed to get us lost and eventually blazed my own trail (where i shouldn’t have) and was left with 2 flat tires. my roadside assistance plan hooked us up with the craziest tow truck driver ever. a great guy from san diego who was excited to see other californians. He towed us to costco and even hung out for a while waiting for our friend. Thanks again Denise! After that we snacked at Burgerville a eco friendly (and delicious) fast food joint. And nested at Denise’s place. here are some photos. Now i’m off to Costco to get some new tires and then we’ll explore the city. i hear they have a giant bookstore here.
Back on the road!
After a handful of slows days, we’re packing up and shipping out to Eugene. We’ll stay there for the night, check out some local hot springs and eventually make it up to Portland.
Pictures from the trip.
Just a few amazing moments.
Internet vs nature!
Thanks to a sliver of verizon and some patience. I can post an update. I arrived at the campsite near Grant’s Pass. I’ll be here for a bit and off the grid (mostly). Enjoying nature, the cold, and stars (something that you only think you have living in Los Angeles).