Do Bears POO in Muir Woods?

On our walk through Muir Woods, Johnny and I stumbled upon a steamy pile of bear scat, smack dab in the middle of the path! At least that is what we thought it was.... textured with indigo berries. But not a berry bush to be found. Any guesses out there?

Summer is Sizzling

Hi all...

At last I can exhale a little bit. As a Special Ed Instructional Ass't, I am working summer school, which is half a day. This opens up more time for my newest projects. I am illustrating my book An Aarmory of Ardvarks, A Zeal of Zebras, which changes my publication date again! But I will be happier in the end, so that's a good thing. In addition to that project, I am illustrating another author's books. Well, if my art samples are approved.

July 17 I am going to San Francisco to participate in a poetry workshop offered by Bluelightpress. I have taken two online workshops and I loved them. I learned so much about my own poetic journey. This is a 4-day workshop, its only 8 hours away from San Diego, and I only have to miss one day of work! The best part is that my boyfriend will be going with me. Picnics at Dolores Park, Contra Dancing, walks on the beach, San Francisco Symphony, and a hike in Muir Woods. Yes, this summer will be sizzling with creativity and adventures!

What's sizzling for you all out there?

Welcome to my world...

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Deborah Ramos. I am an artist, poet, writer, teacher, mother, grandmother, tree-hugger, recycler, and progressive thinker. I live in beautiful San Diego, California, where the ocean cleanses the soul.

This is my empty canvas, waiting for colorful surprises, from visitors, and from myself! It is here I will share my poetry, art, animal trivia, and other creative musings. Please feel free to visit and browse anytime. Right now it is a bit sparce in here, but I will add more as time goes by.

My first children's picture book, An Aarmory of Aardvarks, A Zeal of Zebras will be available in time for Christmas 2009, published by Orchard House Press. An Aarmory of Aardvarks, A Zeal of Zebras takes the reader on a lively tour of animal group names (also called collective nouns) from A to Z, presenting only the most unique and colorful groups. The group naming of beasts dates back to 15th century Medieval England when hunters needed to know the names of their quarry. Pretty interesting, huh? As time allows, backyardsafari will feature an animal group from the book, including interesting facts and photos.

If you wish to travel across the pages of An Aarmory of Aardvarks, A Zeal of Zebras, you can pre-order the book from
www.orchardhousepress.com/deborahramos/ .

I hope you visit backyardsafari again and may the creative process be with you!

Deborah Ramos