49.06 Perspective in San Ramon/Danville, California. (An introduction, full blogs to follow).

When a person's transport system relies upon two legs, one tends not to expend energy on frivolous or experimental 'drives' (walks) around towns, cities and the wilderness. One has to focus and be efficient unless of course, one wishes to walk miles and miles aimlessly. Fortunately, Jennifer won't allow us to wander without a reasonable idea of where we are heading and what's our aim. Earlier this week, the aim was a little off and I took a shortcut which added on 1.5 miles to our journey. Fortunately, Jenni took it in good spirits and it ended up costing only a few hundred dollars in extra personal spending. At the time, I considered it a bargain. Since the dust has settled, not so much of a good deal. 

Putting that aside, we were able to stand in various positions on a few of the hikes and gain incredible insights, perspective, as to how this region comes together including the Bay area and the outlying towns including Mount Diablo and the regional parks. It's quite a place and above all, quiet and peaceful...silent and silence. One could feel the pleasure of it. 

Stunning sight of the Bay area from many miles distant. We were totally isolated from 'civilization'. No noise, pollution, screaming, shooting, cursing, honking, mugging...you get the point, and yet we viewed a city that was completely still and serene.
We could not see the bridge in situ, although we searched for it. Fortunately, the lens did. (Top right). 

When we turned 180 degrees, we viewed Mount Diablo. The day before, we hiked to the peak. Note the mast and the tiny protrusion to its right, at center.

Reaching the beacon at the peak. (This is the protrusion referred to above.)

A view of another part of the bay from Mount Diablo.
Locked out upon the ridge but gazing in wonder towards San Francisco or is it something else? Diablo in background, Bay Area ahead.
This is only a 'little illegal' as I want to get a better position for the camera, not for me, of course.
The container ships enter the 'city by the bay'. 

One last peep. Love the separation of wilderness and city and yet both in harmony from above.

Cheers, 

Jenni and Jeffrey