This scarab type beetle was photographed at Tijuana Estuary, Imperial Beach, CA. The Fig Beetle is related to the Green June Bug which lives mostly in the southeastern United States, while the Fig Beetle is in the southwest. 8/14/19 Judith Sparhawk
On my trip to San Diego this weekend, I was birding near the marina in Chula Vista, CA today. This sculpture is nearby the marina. It is named "Hope Within", and is by James Thomas Russell, 2002. It was commissioned by the Community Health Group, to commemorate their 20th anniversary, December 7, 2002. I loved the graceful lines and its reflective nature.
I ran across this image from months ago, when I wandered in Old Town, San Diego. This is a very cute little building; signs indicate that it is Whaley House Museum. It was closed, so I have no idea what this museum includes. I couldn't resist taking a few shots of it. 6/9/19 Judith Sparhawk
