One more rose from the Marcom Rose Garden in Oakland. I was trying out the Nikon 85mm f/1.8 over the weekend. I am really enjoying the lens and want to try out the 85mm f/1.4 lens next.
Tag Archives: California
Once beautiful…
This rose was once beautiful but now it is withering away. Even in its dying, there is beauty and dignity.
I’m Not Belgian
Brunch at 900 Grayson in Berkeley I’m Not Belgian – Buttermilk Waffle, Plugra Butter, Vermont Maple Syrup with Neuske’s Bacon
Happy Holidays
Wishing you Happy Holidays and all the best for the New Year!!!!
School is in session!
Frank C. Havens Elementary School – Piedmont, California After a two year building project, the Frank C. Havens Elementary School opened on 9/1. I have been watching the building of this school. It is a beautiful building and I really like how it blends in with the neighborhood. You can see more photos here.
Fascinating Rhythm
D’Vonne Lewis of the Jason Parker Quartet making fascinating rhythm at Angelica’s Bistro in Redwood City, Ca. Great food and great music! See more photos of the Jason Parker Quartet here.
On Tap!
Lake Chalet Restaurant at Lake Merritt Boathouse in Oakland, Ca.
Denise Perrier @ AfroSolo Peace Concert – Yerba Buena Gardens
Denise Perrier with the Junius Courtney Big Band AfroSolo Peace Concert Yerba Buena Gardens 08/07/2010
2010 City of Oakland Mother of the Year Award – Barbara Newcombe
Editor’s Note: I have had the pleasure of working with Barbara on Earth Day cleaning up Cleveland Cascade across from Lake Merritt in Oakland. She believes in Oakland and her energy is boundless. I think it is wonderful to see her rewarded for her tireless efforts. I took the photo above of her plaque on...
Birthday Dinner @ Lake Chalet
Birthday dinner at Lake Chalet Restaurant in the Lake Merritt in Oakland, California.