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Monday, May 16, 2011

Fun time in Novato, CA

We finally made it to Novato after some harrowing experiences on Hwy 101 coming down the coast. Landslides at one point completely blocked the North bound lanes so we had the opportunity to share our South bound lanes for a while. Lots of construction underway on 101 and it certainly needs it. It is still a beautiful drive and was a memorable one for Lydia and I. Fun is not a big enough word for our trip so far.

Our friends John and Barb took us on a fabulous trip through Napa, Sonoma and Calistoga Valleys to see some great wineries, had a remarkable burger, at another one of Guy Fieri's favorite spots, and then they took us to a tremendous little olive oil pressing operation that also had some wonderful Italian cheese and meats. What a treat!!! This will be a high point of our trip I am sure.



We also had a fun visit at the Beringer Winery. The architecture of the house was magnificent and you could have spent hours going from room to room just looking at the wood and stained glass, etc. The grounds were gorgeous with landscaping and we had a wonderful time walking around.

Our visit with John and Barb was a special time well spent and we will treasure it for years to come. Good friends are a true pleasure. Good conversation and a wonderful introduction to the healing properties of a well made Manhattan cocktail.

Today we drove to Bakersfield, CA and tomorrow off thru the Mojave to Needles, CA on our way to the Grand Canyon and more friends in Arizona.

See more of you all soon..

Phil & Lydia
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