Ocean to Desert

From La Jolla Shores to Anza desert, this space curates my observations — and contemplations that follow.

Desert Agave in the foreground with purple pink wildflowers in the background at June Wash in Anza Borrego State Park. (Minghua Nie | Photography)

DESERT BLOOM

Ocean to Desert / May 28, 2023 / Minghua Nie

Spring rain brings “clouds” of purple to June Wash in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.

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Roasted grasshoppers insect in a plastic cup held in a hand.

POLAR PLUNGE REBOOT

Ocean to Desert / May 15, 2023 / Minghua Nie

At “Polar Plunge Reboot,” swimmers came together, helping each other to overcome fear.

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