I know so many cows — those who enjoy many blessings but are simply unable to fully appreciate them or recognize their merit ...

“Do whatever you want, Kristi, I’m done here,” I angrily texted after being removed as my friend’s maid of honor for speaking ...

Morro Rock Beach: Beneath the shadow of Morro Rock, Morro Rock Beach is a hot spot for surfers, while offering views of sea ...

The author (right) and Kristi touring Hearst Castle in San Simeon, California, in 2024. This experience even made me question the growing normalcy of friendship breakups. Occasionally, they can be ...

South of Big Sur, San Simeon is home to Hearst Castle, an opulent estate worth touring. Nearby, the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery offers a rare look at these massive creatures up close.

About halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on California's dramatically majestic coast lies one of the world's most exceptional residences: Hearst Castle. A fantasy of Spanish Colonial ...

Hearst Castle isn’t just a mansion - it’s a ... Hearst and designed by pioneering architect Julia Morgan, this San Simeon estate is what happens when you mix European elegance with California ...