Beaches, Burgers and Boys - Ventura, CA

Today was an excellent day for some afternoon sun! So why not catch in a few rays at the beach after a morning of chores at the ranch???...

Guess who got to come along for the ride... WILLY WEIS!

We couldn't forget Buster either... He likes the beach well enough but Willy, that dude, he really loves it. They chased each other, a ball and some other patrons but it was so fun to see them break loose from Upper Ojai.

Scott even brought me an umbrella, what a guy. My poor skin would be fried if I was out there without any kind of protection.

We attempted a family photo and called it good. I would say it came out quite nice!

Scott had been brag, brag, bragging about The Habit saying how much better it was than In-N-Out and then some. So he wanted to let me have a try to see if he was correct. The place was hopping. Ventura certainly must house many burger lovers!

I got the #1 The Charburger, fries and a drink. I loved my burger, it was cooked perfectly had a nice secret sauce, too much lettuce but I scooped it off and plenty of pickles. It rivals In-N-Out. The fries here are much better. So much so I think I will come back for the excellent fries themselves.

Scott ordered bacon on his burger. What was I thinking, not ordering the bacon?! I am trumped again by that darn Scott Good Taste... He has turned into an excellent foodie right before my very eyes. 

These are the afternoons that I will remember forever. 

Welcome to Southern California Springtime!

Glamping Day #3 - Ventura, CA

We woke up on Day #3 with anticipation. The night before we got a call that our dog, "Buster" just might be at the local humane society. Buster had been missing for two months so we were almost at the point of giving up search.  

Thank goodness we did not give up. The dog was Buster! He remembered us and his name right away. We spent the majority of the day shopping for new dog stuff for him and just bonding with him. He likes the ranch more than the water. That we did know already! 

The nature walk continued. I spotted some mussels on the rocks and it made me crave the Baked Mussels you can order at sushi restaurants...

I watched Scott surf a little bit and I hopped in the water for a quick cool down. It is amazing as to what sea water does for you. Instant relief of worry and pain. 

We climbed on top of our travel trailer and enjoyed a view beers while enjoying the view. I have to say most people were pretty jealous that we could bring our lawn chairs up top.

Scott then started to begin preparing his Melissa Birthday Feast. He is a great cook but doesn't always have the time or energy to do it. He promised me a great meal so I put my feet up, grabbed my book and let him do all the work. I like how he made little packets out of foil for the salmon to cook, he poured wine, butter and lemon juice in before sealing it up tight. 

Cooking away... 

Me, enjoying watching a man cook! 

Propane fueled our dinner. Good old propane. 

Just as the sun was settling on in Scott was setting our "table" and arranging everything so it was just perfect. 

Doesn't this just look wonderful? I would pay a lot of money for this in a restaurant! 

Chardonnay, lobster, salmon and garlic bread - It was just over the top, indulgance city. I am a lucky lady. My husband loves me very much!

Thank you Scott!!!

BUSTER is back!!!

Our dog, "Buster" was taken/stolen from us two months ago. I have been searching and searching for this guy so much I was at the point of giving up. Then a friend of ours called my husband and told him there was a border collie at the Ojai Humane Society. We didn't want to get our hopes up but we hoped and prayed all night and when they opened this morning we were the first ones there.  

It was BUSTER! We got our dog back! He is now safe, sound and with us at the beach! 

I can't wait to introduce him to his little brother, "Willy the Wiener" - he is back at the ranch protecting the porch. Our family of four will be officially complete.

Could this not be a better birthday present for me? I am so blessed.

Buster the Wonder Puppy

Buster is now 4 months old and he has started to earn his keep around here. He takes his job of working cattle very seriously. Isn't it amazing how these dogs know their job at such an early age? He will continue to work on the long line with Bobby - the Wonder Horse until he learns all his commands!  Go Buster!

Meet Buster...

By chance, I became a dog mom. He is a sweet little guy. Lives on a ranch and is ready to go to work. I am sure he will be featured here often.