We walked around parts of San Fran to check out some Halloween costumes.
This one was impressive. Vanessa is the only one of our group that dressed up.
She then set off to see her brother while I stayed with Mark. V took the camera. This is Isaac, number 5 in the family. He is an extremely talented artist.
We then all visited "Dia de los muertos" =Day of the Dead. This was awesome!
On our way north along highway 1, we stopped at some little towns trying to find good fits for Sari Saks. This one turned out to be a perfect fit.
We stopped at this oyster place along the water to pick up a dozen fresh ones to take to Beth's.
Travie, Mark's dog, was our traveling companion.
Beautiful views along the 1. If anyone ever has the chance to take some days and drive highway 1 along the california coast, it is worth the trip.
As we neared Beth's place, a rainbow broke free.
Our first meal, we had some Oysters for appetizers. Shucking them was an experience.
Delicious!
Hi Beth. This is Beth's place. We got to spend a full week with her in Ukiah.
Which is part of Mendocino County.
Going for a good, long walk, near the lake and dam just near Beth's place.
Grape Vineyards everywhere!!!
Beth has old fireplace stove in her house, so I was in charge of chopping some wood to keep us warm at night.
Beth jamming for us, getting ready for her big concert in the near future.
We did a lot of cooking and eating! This was a scrumptious pear crisp.
Before heading to our ultimate frisbee game, we stopped at the local farmers market.
The next day, Mark, Ashley, Jove and Ashley's parents came up for the day and to celebrate Mark's birthday. We spent a good portion of the day at this marvelous winery...who now carry Sari Sak's. Campovida.com
The two youngsters in the family laughing it up.
This was our crew for the day.
On a tour of the Wine Vats.
This is where they host wedding events and dinners. An old, refurbished barn.
Mark and Ashley under there favorite flower. ( I don't know if that's true, but as of now, we will assume it is)
Me and V...the trip and adventure continues. So many faces, so many places.
The Howson's stomping some grapes. Surprised? I didn't think so.
This is what life's all about!
The we headed back to Beth's for her and her band to play a concert of a lifetime, in dedication to Mark's birthday.
Her band members.
Great company, great music, great day!
Even Mark got into it.
Ashley and her parents.
That's Jove, keeping an eye on me.
We went to support Beth in her championship game.
She was trying to use her intimidating ways.
Unfortunately, they lost. But they enjoy being teammates.
Our nightly fire.
We went to the local Buddhist Temple.
Where Peacocks think they are dogs.
Vanessa feeling the calmness.
Delicious Vegetarian lunch.
Sari Sak's at the winery.
Some more proof that we ate a lot. At this point I weigh 20 lbs more that when we started 2 months previously.
Beth's place. Thanks for a great stay. Always good to spend time with family...especially because it isn't often enough.
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