This morning I awoke and decided today would be a great day to take a walk around my neighborhood.  Feeling creative, I took my camera with me and found some of the most interesting pictures to share with those who love beach communities.  La Jolla Shores has a wonderful mix of individual architecture and styles.  Truly a delightful place to live and you never know what you will find on your early morning walks!     05/08/2010

Every morning, weather permitting, you can see the scuba divers in the La Jolla Shores park preparing for their day's adventure.  This morning was no different and the camaraderie and love for their sport is so apparent.  Stop by and say hi and they will share their stories of what they have seen under our beautiful La Jolla sea! I especially like this photo I labeled..."Scuba Buddies off to a New Adventure"! Like to scuba dive or kayak?  Visit our local La Jolla Shores shop at OEX Dive & Kayak. 05/08/2010

Here is some video I took yesterday at La Jolla Cove in La Jolla, CA. This is the area where the divers and the swimmers enter the beach via the stairs over to the left. I love the tranquile sounds of nature and the sound of the ocean! It was a beautiful day yesterday and I am testing my video camera on my cell phone! 05/07/2010

I was out taking video yesterday with my cell phone (yes cell phone) and I took pictures of the structures that were located directly across the street. These are two single detached homes located on one of the most expensive land in La Jolla. I would like for you to guess why these homes are in this condition right next to multi-million dollar property across from La Jolla Cove. It is a pretty interesting story and these stick out like a sore thumb! 05/07/2010

Looking for a special place to take your mother?  Below is a list of special events in and around La Jolla for this weekend and other days in May!  I especially like the chocolate festival at the San Diego Botanic Gardens in Encinitas... see you there! Author visits. Giovanna Pang Garcia signs "Why Chinese Women Are Not Broke." 7:30 p.m. May 12, Warwick's Books, 7812 Girard, La Jolla. (858) 454-0347.Secret Garden Tour of Old La Jolla. Presented by La Jolla Historical Society. May 15. (858) 459-5335, www.lajollahistory.org. Yard sale. Soroptimist International of Mission Bay will hold its annual event; proceeds will benefit various community projects to improve the lives of women and girls locally and abroad. 8 a.m. to noon May 8, 1234 Turquoise St., Pacific Beach. Asian Cultural Festiva... 05/07/2010

Looking for music venues in La Jolla or nearby?  Below is a list of concerts from opera to flamenco... enjoy! CONCERTS Classical concert. Stravinsky's "The Rite of Spring" and Strauss' "Alpine Symphony," with Jahja Ling conducting. 8 p.m. May 14 and 15, 2 p.m. May 16, San Diego Symphony, 1245 Seventh Ave., San Diego. $20-$93. (619) 235-0804, www.sandiegosymphony.com. Choir concert. "For the Beauty of Music," presented by San Diego Children's Choir, 20th anniversary concert. 3 p.m. May 9, San Diego Symphony, 1245 Seventh Ave., San Diego. $10-$20. (619) 235-0804, www.sdchoir.org. Shows at Belly Up Tavern. Martin Sexton with Ryan Montbleau Band, 8 p.m. May 6; Stanton Moore Trio with Anders Osborne and Robert Walter, 9 p.m. May 7; Dennis Quaid & The Sharks, 9 p.m. May 8; Marcia Ball with gu... 05/07/2010

I am sending part 2 of my video of La Jolla Cove taken yesterday! This is one of my favorite areas in La Jolla, CA. located right in the heart of La Jolla Village. It is almost summer here and it is a blast being here in the summer! I'm not sure if the voice added sounded so good, but the video was short and sweet. I want to learn how to add music and a better looking post with my video. Coming Soon! 05/07/2010

I'm still working on my video skills using my cell phone! It was such a beautiful day in La Jolla (still a pretty day today), I had to take this video of La Jolla Cove. La Jolla Cove is located in the heart of the Village of La Jolla and this video is of the beach area where the swimmers and divers enter the water. I hope this comes out well and enjoy! 05/07/2010

Bella Capri condominiums are located in the heart of the village of La Jolla.  There are 22 condominiums in the development featuring granite counter tops, travertine, central air conditioning, private laundry facilities and underground parking.  Bella Capri was built between 2000 - 2005 and these one and two bedroom units range in size from 830 to 1,002 square feet.  Convenient location near shopping, parks, beach and the village of La Jolla. Bella Capri Market Activity No active or pending listings One recent sale - 2 bdrm/2 bath, 938 sq. ft. built in 2004 and sold for $480,000 on 3/16/2010. 05/07/2010

Ardath La Jolla is a small enclave of townhomes built in 1977.  These contemporary style townhomes have two to four bedrooms and are approximatley 1,352 to 2,259 square feet of living space with two car garages. Ardath La Jolla is conveniently close to shops, restaurants, the small village of La Jolla Shores & La Jolla Shores Beach. Recreational amenities include a tennis court for residents and the homeowner's dues cover the common area maintenance.  A great location for those who like convenience and location! There is one current listing for sale in Azure Coast:   3 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 1,802 sq. ft. for $795,000 05/07/2010

La Jolla: 605 Fern Glen Great Value at $1,199,000 This is a great value in  La Jolla! I always like to feature some of my favorite listings and this is one of them. I love the location of this property because you are walking distance to the beach and to La Jolla Village! Also, check out the price!!! $1,199,000! Give Tiffany Torgan a call if you would like to have a Buyer's Representative for a showing at (858) 459-5478. Seller's Representative: Prudential California Realty 605 FERN GlnLa Jolla, Californiamap location bedrooms: 3bathrooms: 3 (full: 2, half: 1)square feet: 1626 sq.ft.lot size: 0 (Common Interest)year built: 1987 $1,199,000 schedule a showing with Tiffany Torgan MLS description1 PERFECT PIED A TERRE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF THE BEACH AND THE VILLAGE! ROBERT THEILE, WELL... 05/05/2010

I always like to feature a true "Dream Home" and this one is incredible! You have to love the movie theater and the guy being able to tee off from the cliff into the ocean! Completey Amazing! To have a showing give Tiffany Torgan a call at (858) 459-5478. La Jolla: Listing Agent is Dream Design Realty and info courtesy of SANDICOR view addressLa Jolla, Californiamap location bedrooms: 5bathrooms: 7 (full: 4, half: 3)square feet: 8400 sq.ft.lot size: .25 to .5 ACyear built: 2008 $19,999,990 - $24,500,000 schedule a showing MLS description Newly constructed oceanfront masterpiece nestled atop the equivalent of three lots in the coveted Bird Rock area of La Jolla, over 150 feet of oceanfront. No expense has been spared on this one of a kind home. The 5 Bedroom 7 Bath Italian Renaissance sa... 05/05/2010

Homes sold shows the most accurate picture of market conditions. Median Sale PriceYou need the latest version of the Macromedia Flash Player.Download the free Flash Player now!More La Jolla Home Values 05/04/2010

La Jolla Furnished Rentals Looking to live in La Jolla?  Want to rent a furnished home while you look to buy?  Below are a few rentals that are currently available: Coast Blvd South - 2 bdrm/2 bath for $2,750 per month Eads - 3 bdrm/2 bath for $3,950 per month Camino del Oro - 2 bdrm/2 bath for $4,500 per month Avenida de la Playa - 3 bdrm/3 bath for $5,000 per month Soledad Mountain - 4 bdrm/3 bath for $6,000 per month Cave Street - 5 bdrm/4 bath for $9,500 per month El Paseo Grande - 4 bdrm/3 bath for $60,000 the month of August If you would like a complete list of the available rentals (furnished & unfurnished) in your price range with addresses and photos - give us a call and we will email you a list. 05/03/2010

I went to the Bali Hai yesterday for the new grand opening and it was beautiful! The Bali Hai is one of San Diego's landmarks with the mulit million dollar view of Downtown San Diego. The Bali Hai was built in 1952 and has hosted many weddings and high school reunions. Here are some pictures I took yesterday before the legendary mia ties kicked in:) 04/23/2010

Welcome Mitt Romney To La Jolla, California.  Mitt Romney - is one of the newest residents of La Jolla, California. Selling his home in Belmont, Mass he has purchase a 12 million dollar home in La Jolla, California. In an attempt to reposition himself, since losing his presidential bid in 2008, Romney has gone West Coast.  He traded a snowy commute for early morning beach strolls amid the dog walkers. And he's become a familiar face at California political events, addressing the state Republican convention last month.   The La Jolla home, with a long lawn sloping to a seawall, beach and the crashing Pacific waves, gave Romney the ocean sounds he craved and his wife, who suffers from multiple sclerosis, the warmer weather and horse-riding access she yearned. Ann Romney believes riding ha... 04/22/2010

  Check this one out! This beautiful La Jolla Estate is located on one of the best streets in La Jolla right in La Jolla Village. Call me if you want to set up a showing to see this prestigious La Jolla home located steps to the beach! This listing is courtesy of Gallery Properties. Get the insider notes at http://www.clicklajollahomes.com or call Tiffany Torgan at 858-459-5478. view addressLa Jolla, Californiamap location bedrooms: 4bathrooms: 4 (full: 3, half: 1)square feet: 3700 sq.ft.lot size: 0 (Common Interest)year built: 2010 $7,750,000 schedule a showing add to favorites ask the insider post a comment MLS description FIRST FLOOR SOLD PRIOR TO MARKETING! BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION FROM THE LAND UP! BUYER MAY STILL HAVE A FEW SELECTIONS LEFT FOR CUSTOMIZATION! OCEAN VIEWS ARE BREATHTA... 04/21/2010

  San Diego Treasures Series- The Scripps Institute of Oceanography The Scripps Institute of Oceanography is a part of the University of California. The Institute has had a long  progressive history in San Diego. In 1903 The Scripps family made a donation to start a research station that lead to the generation of the San Diego Marine Biological Association. A few years later the Scripps ( Newspaper mogul and Yachtsman E.W. Scripps and Ellen Browning Scripps) pledged operational funds and a yacht for research. In 1909 Ellen makes a bequeath in her will to the University of California for Marine Research. In 1912 The San Diego Marine Biological Association folds and deeds it property to the UC regents and the Scripps Institute for Biological Research is founded. In 1925 the outpost was re... 04/21/2010

Wow! This is really cool! I think I at least figured out how to do a slide show with photo bucket tonight! I went outside in my backyard and took these pictures of a storm that is rolling into San Diego over the ocean. The pictures show the Coronado Islands (you can see one, it's in Mexico) and Pacific Beach and Crystal Pier. This will make my blog a lot more fun and allow me to share more pictures of our beautiful city, San Diego! 04/20/2010

San Diego Real Estate- Off We Go Into The Wild Blue Yonder ! "Off we go into the wild blue yonder, Climbing high into the sun". The San Diego Glider Port on the edge of the cliffs overlooking the pacific ocean in the community of La Jolla is a happening place. Especially on weekends. The Glider Port attracts enthusiasts of all things " Air" from flying model airplanes, para-sailing and paragliding. And the views are spectacular of the coastline.         The dramatic view to the south is of the Scripps Oceanography Pier and the La Jolla Shores public beach.   The San Diego Glider Port was established in 1928 and since the early 1970's has become an internationally acclaimed glider port. The Glider Port is a shared location for hang gliding, parasailing, flying scale model planes and sail... 04/19/2010