I lived in Berkeley and worked in San Francisco 1998-2002, so it’s another place that feels a bit like home. My friend Liz at my favorite place to eat breakfast on earth – La Note in Berkeley. Oakland has a different vibe than any place I have ever been....
Read moreGrass Valley & Nevada City, California – June 2018
Not only did I have a friend in Grass Valley to visit, but I HAD to go to Inn Town Campground in Nevada City. In the fall of 2017, as part of my preparation for this journey, I rented a Class C motorhome and camped at Inn Town for a Girl Camper weekend. Inn Town owner...
Read moreCarson City & Reno, Nevada – June 2018
I figured I might as well swing by the Nevada State Capitol while I was in the area. The building itself was closed but, oh, the grounds are absolutely lush – filled with trees that are native to Nevada. Truly an oasis! Reno has a bit of elegance and a bit of...
Read moreLake Tahoe, California & Nevada – June 2018
I had been to Lake Tahoe once before, but didn’t remember how brilliantly blue it was. It took my breath away. OKAY AND THE OTHER THING… I zipped around in the car on the south and west side of Tahoe, no problem. Roads were pretty straight, couple of lanes. When...
Read moreMono Lake National Forest Scenic Area, California – June 2018
I am sorry to say I didn’t give Mono Lake the attention it deserves. I had been driving Minnie & Max through Yosemite all day, and was tired. One day I will return!! Mono...
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