3363 Ocean Front Walk

3363 Ocean Front Walk is the physical link in the lives of four individuals who crossed paths at the Mission Beach residence of Charles R. Magel, retired philosophy professor and animal rights pioneer.

Many days were spent surfing at dawn in front of the house, sharing waves, skating on the boardwalk, watching the sky change colors at sunset, and sharing vegetarian meals with the Professor.

The House, a classic San Diego beach shack built in 1954, had a living room view of the Pacific and breaking waves. It was a life-changing crossroad for many who entered its threshold and came to know Charley, discover yoga, vegetarianism, and a life-long relationship with the ocean.

The 92 year-old professor passed away, the old house has been demolished, and another piece of Mission Beach history has disappeared. Fortunately, the memories will be safe as well as a long lasting friendship forged by those wonderful days at the beach.

Monday, March 10, 2008

Pick Of The Month

Cyathea cooperi, Australian tree fern on the south east side.

Fremontia "Pacific Sunset" and Ceanothus "Ray Hartman" in the background.

Lampranthus, in the front, California sage in the back.

California Lilac and Flannel Bush are my "pick of the month" for March, although the Southafrican Lampranthus aurantiacus is screaming for attention with the usual orange carpet.

California poppies (Eschscholzia californica) just started their blooming season as well.

3363 Ocean Front Walk

Monday, March 10, 2008

Pick Of The Month

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