EASTER Celebration - Shields Date Garden

 If you're looking for the perfect place to wander a beautiful garden while you reflect on your blessings during Easter, then the Shields Date Garden is the perfect place to stroll down gorgeous garden paths while viewing statues meant to celebrate the life of Christ. It's not a difficult hike, and there are places where you can sit and reflect.

Plus, there is a wonderful cafe where you can grab something to eat and drink. And there's even a gift shop, so you can bring home some delicious dates with you. 

Adult Jesus Statue

Child version of Jesus

Jesus Loves the Little Children

Jesus loves the little children
All the children of the world
Red and yellow, black and white
They are precious in His sight
Jesus loves the little children of the world

Jesus died for all the children
All the children of the world
Red and yellow, black and white
They are precious in His sight
Jesus died for all the children of the world

Jesus loves the little children
All the children of the world
Red and yellow, black and white
They are precious in His sight
Jesus loves the little children of the world

Jesus loves the little children of the world

Songwriters: Georg Frick Root, Woolston

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Male Date Plant

A beautiful Salad at the Shields Cafe

Nativity Scene

See the ladder going up the tree? People actually climb these to bring us Dates

The Child Jesus in the Temple

The Woman at the Well

Bringing Back the 1980's with Leg Warmers via Knitting

 

Youtube knitting video

INDIAN WELLS - PARABAS OPEN - We finally went to watch the pros (Gauff, Pegula, Fritz and more) play

 Our first Tennis Match to watch was the singles match between USA's Coco Gauff v. French's Lucia Bronzetti. It was a nail-biter with Coco down at one point 2-5. But she rallied to win in the 3rd set tie-break and she looked stunning in her yellow tennis outfit while doing it too. 

We also watched the women's doubles match with Gauff teaming up with Jessica Pegula (the announcer said ...Pa-----GOOLAh). 

 

We also watched a men's singles match with USA's Taylor Fritz (rated number 5 in the world) where he was spectacular playing against Sebastian Baez of Argentina. Fritz did some fancy drop shots that made the game more exciting, as he handily won the match.

We even met some D3 Tennis players from Colorado, who were here taking in the games and some sun. It was fun chatting with them over lunch. 

We even managed to squeeze in a men's doubles match, which was so fast-paced the ball was a blur. 

After a full day in the sun having loads of fun, I sat out by the pool and worked on my knitting to come down from the tennis-high so I could go to sleep. 

Aerial Tram Ride over Mt. San Jacinto in California

 

AERIAL TRAM RIDE THAT ROTATES

HIGH ABOVE MT. SAN JACINTO

IN CALIFORNIA

Have you ever dreamt of being a bird and flying high above the clouds? Well, this is your opportunity, if you ever visit Palm Springs check out the Aerial Tramway.

Lars and I rode the rotating tramcar high up the mountain top. There is a restaurant where you can grab a drink or a bite of food. It was a beautiful day and a wonderful way to spend a day with friends. 

At the top, you can grab a map, which lists tons of information. Then you can hike around or simply view the sites from the viewpoint above the main floor of the Visitor Center. 

 There will be an Easter Ride-n-Dine day. Check out the website at www.pstramway.com. Or, if you have questions, call 888-515-Tram.  But tickets are $41.00 for adults and $27.50 for kids. 

I've even posted a short video on my YouTube Channel, so if you're interested, check it out. https://youtube.com/shorts/-B0O6R6-LV4?feature=shared

 

TGIF Try ASMR Long Hair Brushing Sounds to Fall Asleep

 If you have trouble sleeping, then check out the soothing sounds of asmr with the relaxing soft-spoken tones of asmr hair brushing. Lay back and close your eyes and listen to the soft-spoken tones and relaxing sounds of hair brushing. It will help you relax so you can fall asleep and wake up refreshed to start the weekend right. 

https://youtu.be/L3472bv2CRg