Thank you Veterans!

Thank you to everyone that has served in the military defending our freedom. Your sacrifice has touched the hearts and lives of hundreds of thousands. Today we honor you! Everyday we appreciate your service.

Hiking in Orcutt

Day three post surgery. Merletta is still sleeping lots but healing progress is going great. And I had some time to get out on my own and go for a big hike. Sunny, 70 degrees – beautiful day. Today is also a special day because on this day 40 years ago I married...

Photos by Steve Morris

Friday, Nov. 8th, visit to the Santa Maria Public Library to check out the award winning photographs of Steve Morris, (Merletta’s husband) on display. Beautiful.

Enjoying Henri time

My friend’s surgery went well and now recovery is what you might expect the day after major surgery… Lots of naps and rest time. I have taken the time to do some shopping for healthy food and settle into enjoying life in Henri. Having my beautiful little...

My friends surgery day

Today my friend Merletta had her right hand reconstructed to repair years of damage caused by arthritis. This is her third major surgery this year and the first two were pretty horrible in terms of her stress and recovery so I felt it important she have someone...

Hiking in California

Learning to balance work and life has been the greatest challenge for me the past few years. Way too much work, not enough life. Today I’m putting my health first. Had a great workout, followed by yoga stretches and a wonderful hike on the park trails in...