Peace among the Redwoods

It has been 4 weeks since we returned from our incredible Pacific Coast Journey, driving the Pacific Coast Highway from L.A. to Seattle and there was a stop on our journey that was quite magical. Snuggled among some fantastic redwoods along the Cazadero Highway or "the Caz" as the locals call it there was a special little cottage that we took for 3 nights while we toured around San Fransisco and Napa. It's owner/hostess Mary Lou and her husband Emilio were truly charming and welcoming people and made us feel very comfortable during our stay. The larger cottage sits along the Russian River and was a space to behold. We truly hope we have the opportunity to visit this area again and would encourage anyone making the journey to check out this spot. The bunkie is a nicely furnished and well stocked one bedroom. Mary Lou will share some wonderful stories and is a great tour resource. Thanks Mary Lou for sharing your wonderful space with us. Red Awning Rentals would be happy to hook you up the property is "the tree house" Rental ID: 949, Cazadero Highway, Cazadero, California.

And then there were two.......welcome Baby Emma

On June 16, 2011 at the behest of a full moon and some very expectant parents the lovely Emma came into this world. What  a beautiful addition to our family she is, all smiles and "new baby" snuggles. Mommy and Daddy are just fine. On July 9th we introduced her to family and friends, including "my little mister" at a Baby Welcoming and a good time was had by all. Stay tuned for news on the growth spurts of both our precious babies.

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Where I've been

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Recently I have been yearning to get back to my 365, wondering where I went off track, only to realize that I haven't been off track at all, I just haven't been posting the journey. When I came back to my blog what I noticed first is the last post-June 2010, my daughter, son-in law and grandson came back to Canada from Europe in July. Need I say more, from the moment they returned I have been immersed in all things Aodhan and what a wonderful immersion indeed!! I have added a few of the shots that I have taken of him over the last 10 months ( there are so many that it is another blog really). Aodhan, Baby A, A, Little Mister, shiny tiger......the list of endearing names goes on is a grandparents dream, engaging, gentle, bright and loving, so I am satisfied that I have been otherwise preoccupied in a worthwhile journey. There is a new baby that we are waiting to meet (ETA June 8), Matt will be a Daddy,Anne-Marie a Mommy Aodhan will have a little cousin, Lyndsay will be an Auntie, Kevin an Uncle,Emily will expand her role as Auntie,Andrew will have yet another tender heart competing for Emily's affections, and Rick and I will be blessed again. The journey continues...........