31 December, 2011

San Francisco Day 6 - Friday

Woke up feeling better, but expect a migraine is on it's way.  Wet and foggy, Erik is off on a ride with Greg.  It was another long ride in Marin County, headed south this time. Four major hill climbs, a total of 1,000 metres of climbing. The final big hill almost killed him, and he ended up having to walk parts of it. That makes four big rides in five days.  Erik is a little weary, and needs a rest.
I walked around in the mist and rain, discovering more of Muir Beach.  Reminds me of parts of Raglan and Ruapuke.  The pine trees make it feel like NZ, and there is manuka in flower in neighbours' gardens.  Apparently several NZers live here.
Mailboxes at the bottom of the hill

View of SFO from the deck
Erik was catching up with Greg, Devon and Dom, so I spent the afternoon with Denise, just doing errands.  Found some more napkin rings, discounted Christmas decorations, and some wooden spice boxes.  I enjoy Mill Valley, it has a lovely village feel to it.  In the late afternoon it is dark enough to enjoy the outdoor budlight decorations.  A winter christmas.
Red Velvet Cupcake
Had a hot chocolate late in the afternoon with a red velvet cupcake.  It was deep red all the way through, had lemon frosting, and was very very sweet.
A quick dinner of left overs, then a Nashi pear and Graham cracker to finish.  Taste similar to a Digestive biscuit.
Early night for Erik.

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