doorway to heaven
The Hour of Power, sometimes – on slow Sunday mornings – you might zap by and back to it. Most likely not out of appreciation of the way the gospel is brought to you, but in awe of the showbiz element, something Americans also successfully use to wrap their divine messages into. The religious version […] more…
the girl and the fig
For some foie gras is heaven, for others French fries earth. But Sonoma foodies know there is something between heaven and earth. A place where foie grass and French fries are forbidden fruits. Where there is a daily line of people waiting to get a taste. A taste of ‘country food with a French passion’. […] more…
bunking at the barn
Whereas most people head down south, driving up-coast from San Francisco can be rewarding. Not only do you get some quality time with the Golden Gate, after crossing the Bay, you’ll be driving through your own carmercial. Hills roll over to you, the sea waves at you and the road curves for you. You are […] more…
house of happy walls
“The grapes on a score of rolling hills are red with autumn flame. Across Sonoma Mountains wisps of sea fog are stealing. The afternoon sun smolders in a drowsy sky. I have everything to make me glad I am alive. I am filled with dreams and mysteries. I am all sun and air and sparkle. […] more…
tales from the wall
Where was Scott McKenzie when he wrote ’If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to wear flowers in your hair.’ Was he laying in a park in Haight Ashbury, did he hang, totally stoned, somewhere in Amsterdam, or was he perhaps sitting on the pavement in The Mission District? The Mission District is, put […] more…
ghosts on route 66
The road shines, the air trembles. In front of the Chevy’s white nose, tumbleweed leads the way. Just when its about to get a metal kiss, it jumps into the desert. Dancing gracefully with the wind, swirling passionately above the sand. Was there ever a better time to listen to The Sons of the Pioneers: […] more…
urban wildlife autoroute canada usa
Between Vancouver and San Francisco lies a wilderness. A wilderness inhabited by bears, killer whales and wooden giants over a thousand years old. It is a wilderness of which parts have been tamed by men over the last couple of centuries. Where cities rose next to mountains and glass and concrete are kissed by the […] more…
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