Category Archives: Not my photo

Aztec Hotel…Trippy!

Posted August 12, 2010 in At Night, Aztec Hotel, Not my photo, Places

Photo aztec motel, originally uploaded by lostinangeles.

Wow, this shot makes the Aztec Hotel look rather otherworldly, which is is, but in it’s own way. I think David Lynch might have lived here at one point, and got inspiration for his films.

If you tour the rooms you will know what I mean, although the animal cages in the lobby are worth the drive over there. The only thing missing is a live tiger roaming around the patio. I wouldn’t be surprised if I came upon a paper-mâché version in a tight hallway somewhere upstairs.

I think the best night to go would be Halloween. I could wear a mask and do crappy karaoke and no one would be the wiser.

Props to “lostinangeles” for this.

Monrovia Tunnel – South End

Posted August 7, 2010 in Details, Not my photo, Places

Photo by Monrovia Tunnel – South End, originally uploaded by Rudebigdog.

Cool shot of something I haven’t seen before here in town. I guess I need to hang out more by the train tracks!

Lovely Deer

Posted August 1, 2010 in Critters, Flora & Fauna, Not my photo

Photo by 08042010 JCK , originally uploaded by JCworshipper clan.

Here are some deer that were spotted by a local resident. I’ve been lucky to come across them on occasion at dusk. For some reason they make me hold my breath and believe in magic again, just for a second. :)

I saw one on my street a month or so ago, bouncing on all four hooves together like he was spring-loaded. Every time he landed it made a cracking sound on the pavement. I’d never heard them be loud before. Usually there are quiet and tentative. This one was hopping right down the middle of the street.

I wish cities would take wildlife into account a little more, and allow them corridors to cross through from one wilderness area to another so they aren’t stranded. I’ve heard of certain planners starting to do this and I certainly hope it catches on.

The Wall of Taps

Posted July 15, 2010 in Local Businesses, Not my photo, Old Town, Restaurants

Photo by The Wall of Taps, originally uploaded by shalf.

I still haven’t made into T. Phillips Alehouse. Looks like they have quite a bit on tap to choose from!

The Traffic on Rincon Red Box Road

Posted June 8, 2010 in Critters, Flora & Fauna, Not my photo

Photo by The Traffic on Rincon Red Box Road, originally uploaded by Zane Selvans.

I sometimes take walks in our local mountains, and am often conscious of the fact that I might run into a bear. I have a pang that he would be agressive, but is seems that they mostly ignore us.

Night Shot from Fiesta Weekend

Posted June 11, 2009 in At Night, Not my photo Tagged

IC Monrovia Fiesta, originally uploaded by IC Monrovia RCIA.

I’ve got a little bit of Carnie in me…and am a sucker for a great photo that captures the mood. I stumbled upon Fiesta Weekend last year and enjoyed walking around. The magic really comes out at night, however, as you can see in this fab photo.

Cherry Lights

Posted May 8, 2009 in Good Eats, Local Businesses, Not my photo Tagged ,

DSC_0351, originally uploaded by ecfotos.

Cool cherry chandelier at Cherry on Top Frozen Yogurt shop.

Wild Rose Tract

Posted in Buildings & Homes, Events, Not my photo, Scenic

Hard working garden, originally uploaded by libelletage.

The picturesque “Wild Rose” district will be on the Monrovia Historic Home Preservation Group Mother’s Day Home Tour this year. Should be an inspiring tour.