Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Santa Ynez in the Rain


Santa Ynez is enjoying April showers today. The entire state is low on rainfall for the year so it's good news. I'm especially happy because I enjoy wildflowers so much. More rain means a longer blooming season.


The only downside is that Fritz, Anke and I will miss our daily walk. Fortunately, Santa Ynez has a terrific YMCA that was built in the last few years. It's just about ten minutes away from Ridgeline Ranch. People from all over the Valley, including Solvang and Los Olivos, use the facility. Working out on weight machines, stationary bikes, treadmills or ellipticals is an option. Group exercise classes are scheduled throughout the day - my favorite is spinning - and there's always the pool.


Meanwhile the usual sunny panoramic vista from Ridgeline Ranch has changed. Today the sky is gray with clouds reminiscent of wave patterns on the beach. Here's a picture to show you what I mean.

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