Having a previous career history in the criminal justice filed, I was enthralled by Alcatraz. Alas, it was far too windy the week were in San Francisco to get off the tour boat (for us), but I got some nice photos none-the-less.
Sunsets abound on the west coast, and here's one as seen from Greens restaurant with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background (& some sailboat masts in between).
The church where Marilyn Monrroe illegally wed Joe DiMaggio is pristine and beautiful.
The boat tour out to and under the GGB was terribly windy and cold, but that didn't keep me inside the cabin. I love feeling the sea breeze and mist on my face. The sailboats seemed to benefit as well...
I'll be riding a rented bicycle on the Golden Gate Bridge soon, and I hope I make it all the way over without injury. I have not been on a bike in two years. Last summer was spent in physical therapy for a broken ankle. While it feels much better 10 months later, any change in weather is broadcast not by the weatherman on TV, but by the sudden ache around my left foot. Sensible shoes abound! (yuk)
Other health issues have poked their nasty heads out of the sand lately, as well. Esophageal testing has me on medication for the first time. More tests lie in wait, but they are on hold while the West Coast beckons. BP is shaky, cholesterols and blood sugars excellent. I guess this "almost 50" thing does not get easier. One or two other tests will be redone (after the trip). Welcome to middle-age.
On a positive note, San Francisco looks like a fine place to visit. I've convinced the family to join me on Alcatraz, too. Wine country is waiting. Trail riding some horses to the hilltops for fine coastal views sounds really good. Any pain I feel in my foot will most certainly be remedied by the hot-tub on the deck (overlooking the beach, of course) with a glass of Willamette valley wine in hand. I'll send you some pictures.
