Boise

A few weeks ago I had to go to Boise for business on a Friday.  Rather than fly home late Friday night, I flew home Saturday afternoon and did a bit of sightseeing.

I made a trip to Powells for a few treats.

Saturday I stopped at the Boise Train Depot.

Big Mike was built in 1920 by the American Locomotive Co, and is on the grounds of the Depot.

I love being able to explore.

Happy Father's Day

Happy Father's Day!

Me and my dad taking pictures together in Tahoe.

A couple of my favorite dad photos from a few weeks ago.

My favorite dad picture.

Missed Connections

On my recent last minute road trip to South Lake Tahoe, I extended an invite to my Sacramento friends to meet up if it worked out.  I got a text from a friend, who happens to be a photographer too, that he was in the area.  A few texts exchanged.....we tried to meet up but no cell service and time constraints on my part meant it didn't happen.  BUT the spot we were going to meet, Picketts Junction, gave me a photo opportunity I hadn't planned on.

Sorry I missed you!

Road Trip - Part 2

Dad and I took a ride through Diamond Valley one morning.  The rivers in the area are finally flowing, after years of being very low.  We even got to see some of the local wildlife!

Local Wildlife

We headed towards Hope Valley.

And then up towards Luther Pass.

We made a trip out to National Wild Horse and Burro Center at Palomino Valley after Dad found out they did indeed have horses.  After dropping Stitch off at the doggy day-spa (aka PetSmart) for some grooming, we headed out.  The winds were horrible and kept us from staying more than a few minutes (especially with our cameras out), but we did get to see a few of the horses and the burrows.  I wish we could have stayed longer.  The horses are beautiful, and one had a sense of humor!

We also managed a drive around Lake Tahoe, after a start at Ernie's Coffee Shop for breakfast.  Amazing views, but it was COLD.  We had snow showers off and on all day.  Perfect excuse to have a fire once we got home.

Monday was the adventure home.  700 miles, 12 hours....not quite as much fun.