Elko, NV; Reno, NV; Portola, CA; Yosemite; and San Fran!  7/9-12

Having been trying to write but have had no reliable internet for the past few days.  So I can’t even see what my other family members are writing…but I’ll try to keep this short and descriptive, then add the pics later when I upload everything.
We had a very fun short visit to Elko.  We all tried on cowboy boots and I even found a pair that fit!  Leather soles for dancing, super comfortable for walking around.  I broke them in attending an art fair in Elko with Dalia.

Then we made our way to Reno, where we visited Claire, a very sweet relative of Noel’s, and walked on the river walk in the center of town.  What a great, groovy place!  

Later in the afternoon we made it to Portola, CA, to visit Claire’s daughter Laura and her husband Chris.  They are amazing and wonderful. I had only met Laura and Claire once before, at Noel’s cousin Clea’s bat mitzvah a long time ago, so it was a joy getting to know them better, make food and music with them and appreciate their beautiful home in the woods.

The next day we drove through Yosemite, stopping at some great lookouts, including one of Half Dome. 

We made it to our cute little lodge “Yosemite Bug” and got out early the following day to hike the Vernal Falls and part of the Yosemite  Falls.  Stunning area, absolutely spectacular!

Now we are in San Francisco staying with my old and dear friend Diana and her daughter Lila for a few days.  We plan to show the girls the city and see other relatives and friends while here.  Noel and Dalia will be celebrating their birthdays (62 & 16, respectively) on Friday, and we plan to attend a rap concert that evening (Dalia’s choice).

On a sadder note, I just learned yesterday that my dear nephew Avi’s cancer has spread.  Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.  His Hebrew name is Avraham Daniel ben Devora Tova.  Thanks.