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Saturday, July 18, 2015

ANOTHER NICE DAY IN LA.

Another day in LA, when my daughter Sonya had to go to work, Bernie, the boys and I were invited to a friend's house for a BBQ. The house was in a lovely suburb called Los Feliz. 
 The view from their lounge room looking over LA to the hills was very nice.

 The house was on the border of Griffith Park, a huge green area in LA. Bernie wanted to take the boys for a walk to tire them out so they would go to sleep easily at bed time and he wanted to show me the great views from the top of the hill. There was no path at first just steep, steep sand and bush. I  felt like a mountain goat.

 Finally we emerged from the scrub onto a path but it was still steep. I'm glad 3 year old Banjo was with us because I could at least keep up with him.

 Just before we entered the forest on top of the hill, I turned around and saw this magic view of down town LA.

After an hour it was time to return down the hill to cook the BBQ and get home in time for the little boys bath and bedtime. Banjo was taking his time. He likes to examine everything he passes. So Bernie scooped him up onto his shoulders so we wouldn't be late. Fox was no problem, he's always on the move and he was keeping up with friend, Jacinta. Needless to say we all slept well that night.
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27 comments:

  1. UnknownJuly 18, 2015 at 6:38 PM

    Great views Diane, I always find it is harder on the knees coming down a steep hill. Good way to tucker the kids out, obviously Bernie has tried it before.

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  2. AnonymousJuly 18, 2015 at 6:52 PM

    New blog look! I never imagined there to be so much greenery in LA. I suppose it is all watered.

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  3. HuggybearJuly 18, 2015 at 7:37 PM

    Good clear views of LA.
    Haze free - lucky you.
    Wish that weather was here in Brisbane at present!
    Colin

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  4. biebkriebelsJuly 18, 2015 at 7:59 PM

    They kept you busy in LA, stunning view at the city .

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  5. GosiaJuly 18, 2015 at 9:07 PM

    LA is an interesting place skyscrapers and detached houses together

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  6. jennyfrecklesJuly 18, 2015 at 9:09 PM

    Fabulous views. Shoulder rides happen a lot round here too!

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  7. eileeninmdJuly 18, 2015 at 9:29 PM

    Hello Diane, looks like a great spot for a walk and the lovely views. Awesome shot of LA! I love your new header too. Have a happy day!

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  8. MadSnapperJuly 18, 2015 at 9:40 PM

    hard to beleive there is all that beautiful land and trees within site of the big city buildings. beautiful views no matter which way you look

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  9. Margaret DJuly 18, 2015 at 11:24 PM

    Diane a lovely view, well worth that climb. It's green there...

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  10. RhodesiaJuly 18, 2015 at 11:38 PM

    Looks like a good walk if steep, and what a view of LA. Have a good Sunday. T'other Diane

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  11. GattinaJuly 19, 2015 at 1:40 AM

    I had to laugh about your comparison with a mountain goat ! I would have felt the same but would add "old" ! But for this beautiful view it was really worthwhile !

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  12. DeniseinVAJuly 19, 2015 at 2:44 AM

    Spectacular views! Looks like you ot some great exercise :)

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  13. Fun60July 19, 2015 at 4:47 AM

    You must be very fit now Diane. What an amazing view of LA.

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  14. CynthiaJuly 19, 2015 at 6:35 AM

    That's a wonderful view of the city and hills surrounding it. Fun to have your little hiking companions to lead the way.

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  15. BarbJuly 19, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    I'm amazed at he hike your little ones took. I'm not sure my older grands would have done so well. I like the city shot!

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  16. GeorgeJuly 19, 2015 at 1:07 PM

    The view from the top of the hill is truly spectacular. I hope it made the steep hike worthwhile.

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  17. KayJuly 20, 2015 at 5:17 AM

    Yes, Los Angeles does have it's hidden beauties. Glad you are enjoying it.

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  18. Joan ElizabethJuly 20, 2015 at 7:56 PM

    Enjoyed your walk but I think I might have found it a bit warm. I am a sook in the heat!

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  19. MTWagginJuly 21, 2015 at 4:20 AM

    What a wonderful view and isn't it fun to watch those littles explore! I'm sure you did just fine up and down that hill!

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  20. FilipBlogJuly 21, 2015 at 6:00 AM

    Like the skyline picture. It is just amazing.

    Greetings,
    Filip

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  21. Sallie (FullTime-Life)July 21, 2015 at 7:52 AM

    Amazing view and worth the climb. Although I'm sure I'd have been way slower than Banjo!

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  22. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪July 21, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    we went to LA and couldn't believe how expensive the taxi fare was.

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  23. Red Nomad OZJuly 21, 2015 at 9:11 PM

    HAha, paths like that are just perfect for 'photo stops'!!! It's amazing how many more you need the steeper the path gets!

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  24. Lavender and Vanilla Friends of the GardensJuly 22, 2015 at 7:54 PM

    Lovely for you to spend time with your family over seas. I am sure your camera found many great objects. The children grow so fast, suddenly they have left their baby shoes behind. It looks like a beautiful area where your family lives in LA.

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  25. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJuly 23, 2015 at 12:16 AM

    This is a beautiful area in LA and that was some stenuous hike you took, Diane! I struggle a bit (or a lot) going up steep hills, so I would have been lagging behind. The views were worth it!

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  26. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJuly 23, 2015 at 12:17 AM

    This is a beautiful area in LA and that was some stenuous hike you took, Diane! I struggle a bit (or a lot) going up steep hills, so I would have been lagging behind. The views were worth it!

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  27. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJuly 23, 2015 at 12:17 AM

    This is a beautiful area in LA and that was some stenuous hike you took, Diane! I struggle a bit (or a lot) going up steep hills, so I would have been lagging behind. The views were worth it!

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