Vibrant, too.  Out there.  Not shy and retiring.  But then, is anything in California shy and retiring?

This was in a patch of sun this morning.  Then, later, as we drove by the beach,  there were more clouds,  and the expanse of water was a sultry gray sea.

They say to just wait a moment if you want a change of the weather in New England.  Around here,  just blink or turn your head for a change of scenery, color, or mood.