Diane had not yet experienced a redwood tree, let alone a grove, and so we made a
stop along the side of the road at the Navarro Redwoods for her to be introduced to these majestic giants. The Coastal Redwoods, tallest trees in the world. The gang decided to take it all in by having a lie-down so as to gaze up at their full height.When we arrived in Healdsburg, there was the mandatory wine tasting experience to be had. We went to Williamson Winery, and had a delightful paired tasting wherein with each varietal being poured we were given a food sample to highlight the way in which the wine can and does complement different flavors. Each one more delectable than its predecessor, we tasted 6 different wines and even bought a little to take with us. We also grabbed some yummy lunch and took it back to Taya's house and sat in the backyard refueling a bit. Between the wine and the food, the next thing that happened was a little chill time!
The band played for a house party at Taya's, what was initially conceived as a casual gathering with perhaps an acoustic jam. But no, the full on PA system was set up and the band totally rocked the back yard!! A happy and grateful crowd cheered, sang along and even moved their feet a bit to the amazing amazing sounds. It was a pretty darn perfect night.
Saturday morning it was Farmers' Market time. After the gig the night before, it was a slightly unfriendly morning for this group but rally they did. The Market gig was from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. With a mellow, smooth sounding start, they enthralled the market goers, young and old alike. By their third set they were rockin' the Market!
A yummy breakfast was had by all, courtesy of Mateo Granados' inspired Yucatan cuisine. The sun broke through in time for the last set as well...a great morning!
Off to San Francisco and house party at Dan's!!!
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