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Happy haunting? It's July. What's going on in there? |
I tend to give L.A. a hard time, but it's more than the weather than makes up for it. Mountains spring up all over the city; Mother Nature's big "F*** you" to freeways and hideous housing developments.
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cherry blossoms and Korean "polka dot" grass |
Because of this, we can take walks in the hills, which means a better workout, breathtaking views and an end to the boring. Save for the geriatric wholesomeness of Beverly Hills,
elevation comes with a real personality in this town. The hills are everywhere. The hills are alive. For those who feel depressed when surrounded by ugly tract housing, get out and go up.
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Signs reading "Fight the Blight" and "Dogs Not Dozers" are a rallying cry to save La Rocha trail from developers |
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hacienda hideaway |
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A generous neighbor gave this lofty perch a bench, with views to the sea |
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man vs. nature |
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Olivia |