Dan's Ranch

Good morning.  Today I want to take you on a little tour of Dan's ranch.  Who is Dan, you say?  Well, Dan and his wife Roberta, went to high school with my Mom and Dad.  There is a whole group of them that stayed close, all of these years later.  Dan and his family, are the ones who told us about Bass Lake, and in the early 70's, we began to spend our vacations there too.
Dan lives on 6 rambling acres nestled among magestic oaks, in Trabuco Canyon.   It is such a peaceful, and beautiful piece of property.  I love it there. 
First we walk past the Koi pond in the back of the house.

And then, after Dan tossed a bit of food their way, we meandered off to see the property.  The pool house sits just off the main house. 

I can just see the pool parties in this room!!!!   Then we walk out amidst the tall oaks, and wind our way through the many surprises yet to come.

Not far from the pool house, sits another structure that Dan built as his work shop.  He had a caretaker for the property that lived there in a trailer.  But when Miguel married and had kids, Dad gave up his work shop, and turned it into a home for Miguel and his family. 

The children ran to greet us.  "Senor Dan!!" 

They obviously have great affection for him, and he for them.  Rumor has it, he can be found many a Sunday morning, cooking pancakes for the kids in his kitchen!!  He is just that kind of guy!
Let's walk, shall we.....

Sprawling gardens, that are so beautifully maintained, and lovingly cared for.  We came upon the green house.  Oh how I would love to have one of these!!

And a few chickens began to appear.

And this is where we bumped into Senor Miguel.  He was so proud to show us around.  What a nice man!!!

And I also got meet Valor....the mighty Bantam Rooster.  He was so handsome!!!  And sweet.  He let me hold him and pet him.  Not typical of a Roo at all.

Miguel showed me the fruit trees he tends...and the veggies he has planted.  All so perfectly cared for.

We found another magnificent Roo, hiding in the flower garden.

We walked back to see where the chickens are housed at night.

And I got to see them jump for bread crumbs!

Then, we came upon the grape arbor....oh the grape arbor!!!!

What a peaceful spot to sit and reflect.

My Mom and Mocha had a nice little moment together there!
I could really go on and on about this beautiful place.  It truly is something to see.  Next time I go back, I will show you some more.  I leave you with a couple photos of Dan's baby.

When I see this truck, I see a photo shoot.  Isn't it beautiful?!!!!
Thanks for coming along today.  It's a hot one....stay cool, and make it a great day!!!
XO  Kris