Wesley Daggert, the lead character in Raising Mary Jane in 1970s Big Sur by Christian Van Allen, is the luckiest guy. He eludes law enforcement, attracts the prettiest gal, and beats back the biggest bloke in Big Sur. The opening scene of Raising Mary Jane in 1970s Big Sur follows sheriff deputies racing to bust … Continue reading Raising Mary Jane in 1970s Big Sur by Christian Van Allen
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CalTrans Road Condition page for CA SR1
Always check the CalTrans Road Conditions page before venturing out on California State Route 1 over these next 6 months.
Coast Road. A Steinbeck Study
California Literature, think foremost: John Steinbeck. Think: Steinbeck. Monterey. Salinas. Jolon. Eden. Coast Road? Pair these two California icons and try to find a relationship: Does John Steinbeck appear along Highway 1? Does Highway 1 appear in John Steinbeck's novels? No Coast Road for Steinbeck's characters to travel upon. Zero mentions in over … Continue reading Coast Road. A Steinbeck Study
Coast Road Menace: Brussel Sprouts
Darn if those seasonal coastal hazards don't wreck havoc on the rest of us. Reported in the Register-Pajaronian, (and try repeating that three-times-fast), is this bit of news: Brussels sprouts spill blocks Highway 1 Posted: Thursday, Nov 6th, 2008 BY: R-P STAFF A sudden braking movement led to a hefty spill of freshly harvested Brussels … Continue reading Coast Road Menace: Brussel Sprouts