We notice that to the locals it’s Mount Tam. Of course, we know our place. Until a person is a resident of the county, it is the correct etiquette to use the formal name—Mount Tamalpais. We won’t act too familiar although we love climbing, crawling and hiking all over this interesting specimen. One can say much about San Francisco (if one would like to) but you have to give it high marks for an affinity with the natural beauty.
The cyclists are very active in the area and it would not come as a surprise to be knocked down by one or, even more than one. We are now on full alert for bears, mountain lions, snakes, coyotes, cyclists and directions. We admit there is never a dull moment on the trails. In fact, sometimes, like now, we sit and arrange pictures and become very emotionally charged. There is no doubt this lifestyle is most suitable and we feel blessed. B’H.
We notice the style in this part of the world is to have multiple trails, many intersecting here, there and everywhere. Today, we hiked a yard or two under nine miles with an elevation gain of only 1,200 feet, arriving at the east peak of nearly 2,800 feet. It was not much of a sweat but it was spectacular. Climbing and sitting on rocks at the peak filled us with a feeling of tranquility and peace. It was outstanding; one which we think will remain with us for a while. Half-way up the mountain, we stopped at an ‘inn’ for tea and coffee. It is an upscale bunkhouse with cabins but no services—bring your own sheets, food and hot water. It is an interesting concept. Jen suggested an idea of a getaway for a family who happen to enjoy the outdoors and outhouses.
On Friday, we mentioned our issue of being slightly off-course. Okay, lost. We related how we always feel the need to pay tribute to David and of course, now Barry to a degree. It is difficult to mention this without coming across in the wrong way. Nevertheless, here goes. We completed the hike and walked by three youngsters, two women and a man, overhearing one of them mention to her mom on the phone that they were unable to get back to their car, some six miles away. Immediately, we thought how fortunate we are to be presented with an opportunity to do a ‘David’. Wow! Clearly, Joy, Jennifer and Sergio could not understand why we were so grateful to them, arguably, the highlight of our day.
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
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