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The United States is where we call home for most of the year.  We have lived here since 1998 but we are still constantly amazed by the wealth of natural beauty everywhere we go – especially in our home state of California.

Japanese Tea garden, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

January 20, 2010
by Wendy
children, garden, golden gate park, park
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Recently my cousin came to visit.  We drove him to the airport when he left, and since we were already in San Francisco, we decided to visit another site in the fabulous Golden Gate Park.  It was the perfect thing to do on a beautifully sunny day in January.  Just anoth
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Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California

January 19, 2010
by Wendy
Academy of Sciences, arboretum, beach, carousel, Conservatory of Flowers, de Young Museum, flower, flowers, garden, gardens, museum, park, playground, rose, roses, tulip, tulips
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Street parking in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco Golden Gate Park sprawls out over more than 1,000 acres.  It offers countless paths to stroll and enjoy a break from the city while staying right inside it.…
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California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

January 19, 2010
by Wendy
animals, aquarium, coral reef, museum, natural history, planetarium, rainforest
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The California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco Last week I took advantage of my cousin’s visit to take in the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park for the first time. …
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Wilson Winery – Great Wine in the Heart of Dry Creek Valley

January 06, 2010
by Wendy
barrel tasting, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, dry creek valley, Healdsburg, Merlot, Sonoma County, Syrah, wine, Wine Country, wine tasting, wineries, winery, winetasting, Zinfandel
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The unassuming exterior of Wilson Winery, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma CountyJust outside of Healdsburg, Dry Creek Road runs like a ribbon through the heart of Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley.  Dotted along its length are several award-winning wineries.  Wilson Winery is perche
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Korbel Champagne Cellars – Toast your Visit to Wine Country with California Sparkling Wine!

January 06, 2010
by Wendy
wine, Wine Country, wine tasting, winery, winetasting
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Recently we had guests come to visit from out of town.  Eager to show them the best of Sonoma County we suggested we go wine tasting.  They quickly agreed and we set out for one of our favorite spots to toast the beauty of Wine Country – Korbel Champagne Cellars.…
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Dreaming of a Light Christmas

December 30, 2009
by Wendy
christmas, lights
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We just got back from touring the most amazing Christmas lights.  We went to two houses in two cities and while both displays were overwhelming in their size and detail they were also completely different. …
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Martin Ray Winery

December 30, 2009
by Wendy
picnic, wine, Wine Country, wine tasting, winery
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Water tower marking Martin Ray Winery, Sonoma CountyMartin Ray Winery is a small winery in the Russian River Valley.  When you see the water tower carrying their name  you know you’ve arrived. …
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Wine Tasting in Napa Valley Makes Us Homesick for Sonoma County

December 29, 2009
by Wendy
Napa Valley, Sonoma County, wine, Wine Country, wine tasting, winery, winetasting
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We had visitors this weekend and they wanted to see the (rightfully) famous Napa Valley.  So, rather than wine tasting at more local places like we usually do, we headed out to tour our neighboring county’s wine offerings.  Lots of visitors eager for some wine tasting in N
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Duckhorn Vineyards

December 29, 2009
by Wendy
vineyard, wine, Wine Country, wine tasting, winery, winetasting
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Beautiful Duckhorn Vineyard, Napa Valley, California This past weekend we headed out to explore some of the Napa Valley wineries.  We stopped in at Duckhorn Vineyards and were lucky they could squeeze us in even though we hadn’t reserved.  Tastings were $15 ($25 for the rese
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