Oak Glen

California is on fire again. A fire started yesterday at an area called Oak Glen. It is a village nestled in the mountains towards Yucaipa. Oak Glen is known for its quaint little shops and restaurants. Apple orchards are in abundance.

We take our little ones on their annual field trip up to this area. Our little ones only know the city and they get such a kick from seeing the forest and apple tree orchards. They see horses and cows. They see blue sky that stretches on for miles. It's a beautiful area. We sign them up for a tour of an apple farm that includes a hay ride, a Little House on the Prairie authentic house and story, petting zoo, and the making of real apple cider with an apple cider press. Then they get to enjoy a caramel apple and the apple cider they pressed. It is such an adventure for them. Our tour guides are dressed in the attire of Laura Ingalls. It is literally like a living museum. I take lots of pictures and thoroughly enjoy the day with them.

Well, as of 4:00 or so, the fire was on the other side of the highway. I sincerely hope they can save it. So - so sad.

I heard on the news that it is more than likely arson. Crazy person.


God bless our firemen. They are brave.