California
Eureka, California is five hours north of San Francisco. I took a 17 hour train ride there and back from San Diego. When you are a sailor, your level of patience expands. Eureka is such a laid back place. There is no pressure to have the latest model car, or to have a schedule, or to do much of anything. It's very refreshing after being in the big city of San Diego. Maybe it's the Redwoods that surround the area. Maybe is the pot that 60% of the population grows. Or maybe they just don't care to take on the hurried-ness of the city. Whatever the reason, I found the pace very refreshing.
Ligia taking a break after moving to the house next door to her house. No truck needed.
The college town of Arcadia located 8 miles north of Eureka known for their Saturday farmers market.
Lots of dreadlocks and young families living a farm type of existence. I felt like I was back in the 70's.
Beautiful rock formations on the beach near Arcata.
Wonderful, wonderful Red Woods called appropriately Red Wood Park in the Arcata Community Forest.
Banana Slugs...or are they 'Love Slugs'?
Banana Slugs...or are they 'Love Slugs'?
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I think a Leprechaun would be very happy here.
Giant Green Surf Anemones or Anthopleura Xanthogrammica.
They really are this vibrant green.
Back to San Diego. My favorite landscaped yard.
I made an attempt to go snorkeling with Jess and Tracy but it was so coldddddd..... There were leopard sharks to be seen. Next time.
The Spreckels Organ Pavillion at Balboa Park and a concert of banjos.
Listening to the music with a picnic lunch complete with tables and animal plates.
And now it's time to head back to the boats on the East Coast.
