Catching Up

My life has quickly gotten back to reality since our vacation.

This past weekend was no exception - we continue to party like rock stars on the weekends.

Friday night my girlfriend Renee took me out to a yummy dinner at the Texas Roadhouse for my birthday. Thank you funny girl!

Saturday: We embarked for a full-day of wine tasting with Monica and Peanut to the Russian River area. We didn't quite get to explore Alexander Valley or Dry Creek but we did visit De Loche, Iron Horse and one other (I forgot the name). It is a beautiful valley (I actually like it better than Napa). We continued our scenic adventure along the ocean to almost Jenner. We stopped at Timber Cove Lodge for a cocktail. It was a beautiful day - sunny, fresh, and bright. We finished our tour with dinner at Negri's - a place I frequented on family trips to the coast. This is a family style Italian restaurant that holds great memories; and even then some. Thank you Peanut for your excellent driving skills and informational sight-seeing day.

Sunday: Yes - another birthday! I turned the years to 47! We celebrated with Monica/Peanut and hit a Giant's game (Monica's first). It was 75 degrees in San Francisco - I think it was a record. It was a gorgeous day, a sold out game, and great fun. We ended the day at a BBQ that Matt hosted. Tons of fun, cigars, stories, bonfire, and laughs. (Matt's birthday is June 28 so we typically celebrate together.) Betty and Barney: Thanks for making my birthday weekend tremendous fun! You two rock (it's fitting since you come from Bedrock). Next year we should celebrate in costume! (Photos to post later today.)

Happy trails.
V