Mini pilgrimage: South Pasadena

May was a crazy month, friends.  It was just one of those full months!  I'm hopeful that June will be a bit slower, with the hope of implementing some different rhythms in my life that include ongoing daily creativity.  I have many blog post drafts yet to be born, but for now I present you with a little one about one of my favorite neighborhoods in So Cal--South Pasadena.  

My very first home/apartment in Southern California was right at the border of LA, and South Pasadena. I love South Pas' beauty, and the quaint, adorable shops and boutiques on main streets like Fair Oaks Blvd and Mission Blvd.  South Pasadena will always have a special place in my heart as it was my first home in Southern California after college.

One of my very favorite areas in South Pasadena is a square where the South Pas Library sits--between El Centro St., Fairview Ave., Oxley St., and Diamond Avenue.  The South Pas Library itself is a gorgeous, old building with beautiful architecture.  While the square is small, it houses a lovely little green quiet space, ideal for hanging out for a Sabbath day for me!

My vintage Doc Marten boots have had a lot of play time these days especially since they've been repaired.  I happily kicked them off while I spread out my blanket on the grounds of the South Pas Library.  I still can't believe that I've had these boots since high school, that they still fit me, and they are still in such good shape.  

And right across the street of this square is a little cafe called Kaldi.  It's a perfect spot to grab a cuppa something delicious, and then lay on the grass or sit on one of the benches to rest, read, picnic, or simply be and waste time.

I don't get to come out to South Pasadena very often, but whenever I find myself having time and being in that area, I always try to make it a point to spend time at my favorite square by the South Pasadena library.  Enjoy this beautiful spot, there's plenty of parking nearby, and the South Pasadena Library is a lovely place to wander as well if you're a book lover (btw, their movie collection is amazing, too!).  Peace.