New Look and New Art at Coldwell Banker on W. Lewis St.

Posted in art + design, mission hills, missionhillslife, owen burke art, real estate, slideshows, things to do, walking by Shelly Hospitality

New look and new art at

Coldwell Banker Mission Hills,

1621 W. Lewis St. in Mission Hills 92103.

I snapped these pics as they were getting ready to paint. Newer furniture and desks, carpet cleaned, an artist in residence… looks really nice. This is a great neighborhood resource. Stop by and check out the changes. Enjoy!

http://owenburkeart.com/Art_Chairs.html

Owen Burke was born in Detroit Michigan where he attended parochial school as well as the Cranbrook Academy of Art. His parents moved to La Jolla California while he was in High School. He has remained in the San Diego area since.

2Jan2012

Holiday Decorations: Balboa Park, The Zoo and Extraordinary Desserts

Posted in 30 min drive, balboa park, desserts, extraordinary desserts, food + drink, holiday, the old globe theatre, the prado, walking by Shelly Hospitality

I’ve been meaning to post these since they were taken last Christmas Eve and days after. I found a parking spot right in The Prado lot and while we still can pulled in to take a quick walk through the Botanical Gardens before they closed for the day. Lovely. Also went by at night and snapped some, and the San Diego Zoo lights too, very cool! We live in a wonderful city! On our way out we stopped at Extraordinary Desserts for a Cream Cheese Brownie with overtones of coffee. Really yummy. Enjoy!

Old Globe Theatre Tree

The SD Zoo

1Jan2012

Allen Road Walk on New Years Eve

Posted in 92103, allen road mission hills, food + drink, mission hills, missionhillslife, things to do, things to do. music, walking by Shelly Hospitality

Foggy weather opened to a sunny afternoon full of local sightseeing. We went out for a walk down the Allen Road Trail, named after the old Allen Dairy, located at Allen Rd. and Ft. Stockton Dr. Today was wet and lots of trees down but still a quick down and back up makes for a nice, brisk walk. Look for two swings, old military foundations and the cement remains from World War II gunnery, 1943. Next time we need to leave time for a “Famous” Apple Pancake at Ricky’s…Yum! Enjoy

12Dec2011

Saturday Evening Walk At Presidio Park

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We took the bogs on a walk to the park last Saturday. They love the sights and sounds of the serene trails. This time we took the center paved walkway along the backside of the Serra Museum which takes you along the back around to the front for a great sunset view. As you can see from the foto some professional fotogs were also enjoying the sunset. Have a great rest of your weekend. Enjoy!

West

North West

East

Looking towards the arbor area.

6Nov2011

Saturday Drive: Coronado, Gaslamp, Pioneer Park, Pringle Street (Photos)

Posted in 30 min drive, 92103, downtown, drives, food + drink, gaslamp, las quatro milpas, mexican food, mission hills, missionhillslife, modernism, slideshows, sunsets, things to do, walking by Shelly Hospitality

Here’s a bunch of fotos I snapped today. After the rain it was nice to get out and experience a crisp fall day.

I made the mistake of driving into Mission Valley, inspired to breeze through Ikea, not realizing a huge event was underway. So plan B, we headed out to Coronado and Gaslamp for a drive.

Had to pull over and chow on some tasty tacos at Las Quatro Milpas before heading to Coronado. Did you know they are on Facebook? I reviewd LQM on Yelp too, be sure to read the post with all the links here.

We ended the day of errands by walking the dogs through Pioneer Park to Pringle Street. Also one of my favorite modern homes is listed below. From time to time I come across homes I have admired my whole life living here in Mission Hills, this house is one of them. Love the views from that area in back of the park. There was a wedding and I couldn’t resist sharing a snaps or two, so cute! Forgot my camera again so forgive my Blackberry quality. Enjoy

24Oct2011

Views and Solitude at Inspiration Point, Presidio Park Walk (Video)

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The weather was perfect to get out and walk the dogs somewhere off the beaten path. Today, I chose Presidio Park because its a perfect 30 getaway right in the city. Easy parking along Cosoy Way lead me a trail head near the bathrooms. Lots of families were out enjoying the greenbelts with picnics and sports. Walking North I took the upper trails to the Inspiration Point benches located at the top of the grass hill east of the parking lot. Looping back to another trail we came back down and crossed over near Serra Museum, and back through the pergola outlook to the lot. Enjoy

Link to map here.

5Oct2011

Bergie’s Pub is continually the place to get a great local burger.

Posted in 92103, bergies, food + drink, gregg hiddleson, mission hills, missionhillslife, san diego, things to do, walking by Shelly Hospitality

Bergie’s Pub in Old Town has become my go to ~~amazingly addictive hamburgers~~ burger joint. Below are collective Bergie’s pics…I love the single cheese, the bun is crispy, hand torn leaf lettuce, fresh makings, and initials for a smile. These are always good, local and keeps me coming back. Enjoy

Dad’s Double Cheese with Jalapenos and Onions

Single with American

My Dad Gregg Hiddleson

Single with Cheese

Dad’s Double with Cheese and Everything!

Also see this walking trail post that ends at Bergie’s:

http://missionhillslife.blogspot.com/2011/09/mission-hills-park-walking-trail-full.html

29Sep2011

Twilight Photos: West Lewis Street Shops Dressed for Halloween, Mission Hills – 92103 (Slideshow)

Posted in 92103, art + design, decorating, home + garden, mission hills, mission hills liquor deli, missionhillslife, photos, salon bella, shopping, slideshows, style, things to do, walking, with love by Shelly Hospitality

Enjoy these fall twilight photos of the West Lewis St. Shops located in the 1600 block of West Lewis St. in San Diego community of Mission Hills. Valerie and Jimmy from With Love have added so much spirit with over the top decorations. Burlap sacks on the community benches, warm orange glowing lights fill the windows, whimsically wonderful accessories, clothing, and hair products fill the displays at Le Bel Age, Salon Bella and With Love.

Welcome to twilight fall in the Hills decorated for Halloween.

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24Sep2011

Mission Hills Park Walking Trail Full of Canyon Views

Posted in bergies, canyons, dos brasas, food + drink, mission hills, mission hills liquor deli, photos, slideshows, things to do, walking by Shelly Hospitality

Across from Mission Hills Park/Pioneer Park on Washington Place there is a local walking trail right by the Tennis Courts. Its a short 15 minute walk down the lightly maintained trail to the 1800 Block of Titus where you can cross over to the 3400 block of Pringle via a cement walkway. As the seasons change its a good time to see whats blooming in the canyon.

We walk down and have lunch at Dos Brasas before heading back up. You must try the Carne Asada, and Bean & Cheese Burrito. Whatever that cook does to the marinade is pure love, my man raves about it! I like the more traditional B&C route. Also try the house made carrots and salsas located inside. Great for takeaway calls too.

On this occasion I kept walking to Bergie’s Pub in Old Town and met my Dad for ~~amazingly addictive hamburgers~~ lunch, while my other half walked back up the trail for an ice cold treat at Mission Hills Liquor. Remember this trail when you have an hour to get up close and experience the canyons of Mission Hills.

Below are pics I took a few months back when the wild sweet peas were blooming. Forgive the my blackberry camera quality…Enjoy