Mustard flowers bring fields of gold to the valley
Just when you think our South Valley can’t get any lovelier now that our golden hills have turned green, out of the cold and rain of winter (well, sort of—it’s been a strange year!) burst forth brilliant yellow flowers spreading like soft coverlets over our hills and vales.
OFF THE TOP: Welcome back NBA
Checked into each game Christmas Day as the NBA finally opened its shortened 2011-12 season. Instead of 82 games it's 66, and more back-to-back nights. Some great finishes highlighted the Christmas slate of games. But on the other hand, there was plenty of sloppy play due in most part to teams having just 10 days of practice and a pair of preseason games before kick starting the regular season. Aside from all of that, it's great to have the NBA back.
Sharks honor Marleau then down Leafs 3-2
SAN JOSE – By the end of the evening, Patrick Marleau had earned a videoboard tribute honoring his 19 seasons playing for the San Jose Sharks, Joe Thornton had moved into sole possession of 20th place in NHL history for points, and the host...
Aramati and Arcis
Hi, my name is Aramati (86207) and this is my buddy Arcis (86208). When I go exploring, Arcis isn't far behind because we love each other and pretty much everyone we meet. For Valentine's Day, I would like to go home with a family that will let me hop on their laps while Arcis cuddles and gives kisses. If nuzzling is your thing, come and meet us at HSSV's Animal Community Center! Visit the Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, or call (408) 262-2133.
