"Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been." Mark Twain

"Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been." Mark Twain, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.If you're from an area where seasons are distinct and easily recognizable, visiting Southern California will make you feel as if you're not having seasonal changes at all.  But if you look closely, you can find it.Location: Terrenea Resort - L.A.'s Oceanfront Resorthttp://www.terranea.com/If

Descanso Gardens Gift Shop

I recently visited Descanso Gardens. It's a real pleasure to look around their gift shop. I found these lovely roses, made from shaved wood. If you click the title above, it will take you directly to the Gift Shop. Have fun.

"Make everything as simple as possible, but not simpler"

The quote by ~ Albert Einstein"Make everything as simple as possible, but not simpler" ~ Albert Einstein, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.These flowers are the are the "Summer Snowflake" or Loddon Lily (Leucojum aestivum)Here's the wikipedia link if you want more information. Apparently they don't care that it's winter in California. I found them under a tree at Descanso Gardens, in La Canada

Winter Blooming Cherry Tree ~ Prunus subhirtella

Happy Martin Luther King Day, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.I visited Descanso Gardens during the winter season. I was surprised to learn, while walking through the roses, that there is a Winter Blooming Cherry Tree. Interestingly, in researching this delicate beauty, it is a difficult tree to own. You must find the perfect spot, give it meticulous care, and care for it constantly as it is

Descanso Gardens

I've been Schmap'd. Is that a word? Yes, Schmap is an online a mapping service for your computer or iPhone. Click the "Descanso Gardens" title above, and you can learn more about their service! Lots of Easter bunnies, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.This photo was taken at Easter time in Descanso Gardens. Descanso Gardens, located in La Canada / Flintridge, California, is my absolute