Tag: desert-life
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We Live in the Desert. So Do the Creepy Crawlies.
Desert living is great, but there are some harsh realities you have to learn to accept if you want to live in this environment. One of those is the creepy crawlies. Here’s what my husband and I have encountered in our first year and a half in the desert. 🕷️ Arachnids These are the eight-legged…
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The Pros and Cons of Living in Borrego Springs: A Local’s Take
After just over a year of calling this small desert town home, here are the pros and cons I’ve come to know firsthand.
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Life, Landscaping, and Yard Debris in Borrego Springs
When my husband and I bought our home in the small desert town of Borrego Springs, California, we assumed the landscaping would be low-effort. Boy, were we mistaken.
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The Giant Serpent of Borrego Springs: Ricardo Breceda’s Desert Icon
The giant serpent is one of the most recognizable sculptures in Galleta Meadows, an open-air art installation located in Borrego Springs, California, within Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.
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What’s Blooming Now Along Henderson Canyon Road
See what wildflowers are blooming along Henderson Canyon Road in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park this winter, from sand verbena to desert sunflowers and primrose.
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Lights, Camera, Borrego
If you’re in Borrego Springs or visiting the festival from out-of-town, even a single block pass can offer a glimpse into this world of unique cinematic voices. I recommend you pull up a seat.
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Desert Landscaping Challenges: Yard Work is Way Tougher in the Desert
If you have experience with desert yardwork or landscaping in Borrego Springs and have tips to share, we’d genuinely love to hear them. We’re still learning, and trying not to get hurt too much in the process.
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Coyote Canyon Through My Lens
So, I’ve been dabbling with YouTube for a few months now, quietly documenting life in Borrego Springs, California. By “dabbling,” I mean posting videos that almost no one watches—and honestly, that’s okay.
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Borrego Springs Insects: The Tiny Desert Invaders
This isn’t dirt on our truck; it’s the pesky boatman bugs that swarm our area from time to time. We’re new to the experience and have learned that they’re drawn to our truck because of its dark color, which they mistake for a body of water.