Wednesday, November 15, 2006

Fact: 002

California contains the highest point in the contiguous United States, Mount Whitney at elevation 14,505 feet.

Pet Picture of the Day

Tuesday, November 14, 2006

Smeleanor Failed in the Clutch

Friday morning Smeleanor decided to take a break from the usual morning commute.

The clutch disk blew apart!

Fortunately for Matt, he had AAA, and was able to get the car back home within an hour of leaving.

The new clutch.

The newly resurfaced flywheel.

After minimal frustration, Smeleanor was feeling better than ever, and ready for more commuting action Tuesday morning.

Sunday, November 12, 2006

Fact: 001

The First Trader Joe's opened in Pasadena, California in 1966.

Tuesday, November 07, 2006

Zip Trip to Mt. Baldy

We took a trip up to Mt. Baldy (AKA Mt. San Antonio) Sunday afternoon.

View of Mt. Baldy near the park entrance.


From the ski area parking lot: A view of the top, which is an elevation of about 10,000 ft.


There should be snow here pretty soon!


Looking out towards the city.


Yeah, It's pretty nice.