The Artist

My SIL had an installation on display and MH and I were honored to see it at the opening reception. 

The installation titled "A Collection of Memories" featured her collection of souvenir pennies from her travels throughout America. She plans on completing her goal of visiting all 50 states before the end of this year. 

New Year's Day

MH and I spent the first morning of 2013 at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden. Since it was a beautiful and sunny day, we strolled through the arboretum and gardens at a leisurely pace and snapped pictures of this and that along the way.  

The arboretum is maintained very well and the grounds offer a variety of beautiful sights. It you are looking for something to do outside on a beautiful day I would definitely recommend checking it out for yourself.