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Lucy
Member
10-08-2002
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 6:31 pm
We got back from Monterey yesterday afternoon. The weather was mostly sunny and about 65 degrees all weekend. Saturday morning we went to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and in the afternoon we went on the famous 17 Mile Drive. One of the stops we made was at The Lodge at Pebble Beach. From the lounge we could look out at the ocean and watch the golfers finishing up on the 18th hole. There was also a wedding that had either just finished or just ended...either way, the bride and groom looked gorgeous. I found a few facts on the 17 Mile Drive...It runs through the Del Monte Forest, which is home to the oldest cypress grove in the United States. One of the outlook points along the drive is at Bird Rock...All the sea lions that hang out at Bird Rock are males...huh??? After that we headed into Carmel for a quick drive around town. Lots of cute, expensive shops there..maybe that's why we didn't stop. Actually, dh and I got engaged in Carmel about 21 years ago. Saturday night we took my parents out for dinner for their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Believe it or not, we ended the evening by putting our casual clothes back on and going bowling! My mom, who hasn't bowled in a zillion years did great. I don't mean to brag, but I had the high score...93...don't you dare laugh! We had a great time as always with my sister and her family and my folks. Hope everyone had a nice Easter.
Monterey Bay Aquarium pictures
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Urgrace
Member
08-19-2000
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 6:35 pm
Just thought I'd drop in one more time to let you know I'm leaving on my road trip first thing tomorrow morning. I have a couple of phone numbers, so I'll try to check in and give you a few highlights. Please pray we get there and back safely! Grace
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Lucy
Member
10-08-2002
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 6:40 pm
Have a good trip, Urgrace!!
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Grannyg
Member
05-28-2002
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 6:46 pm
Safe traveling, MsGrace. Will send good traveling vibes your way!!
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Babyruth
Member
07-19-2001
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 6:53 pm
Have a safe trip, Gracie! 
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Reiki
Member
08-12-2000
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 6:54 pm
Cool pictures Lucy! Thanks for sharing. Happy Trails Gracie Sis!!
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Lucy
Member
10-08-2002
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 7:05 pm
Thanks, Reiki! Here's a map of the 17 mile drive

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Hippyt
Member
09-10-2001
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 7:14 pm
Nice photos! Have fun Gracie! I am so jealous!
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Babyruth
Member
07-19-2001
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 7:16 pm
Way cool, Lucy! Sounds like you had such a nice time. Nice pics, too. I was out there in '99 and had almost the exact same road trip! (Except it wasn't a 50th anniversary party, it was Ms Sweetpea's Grandma's 100th birthday). Your post makes me want to go back there.
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Lucy
Member
10-08-2002
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 7:25 pm
Thanks you Hip and BR...BR, a 100th birthday party is a really big deal!! My Grandma celebrated her 100th on July 4, 1996!
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Mocha
Member
08-12-2001
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 7:56 pm
Safe trip Gracie!! Love the pics Lucy!!
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Zachsmom
Member
07-13-2000
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 9:11 pm
Lucy, beautiful pix! I have been to Monterey Aquarium and it's a lot of fun. Glad you had a good time!
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Mygetaway
Member
08-23-2000
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 9:19 pm
Be safe, and have a wonderful time Gracie!! Beautiful pictures Lucy. I'm glad you guys had a nice trip.
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Lucy
Member
10-08-2002
| Monday, April 12, 2004 - 9:23 pm
Thanks, Mocha,Zmom and MGA.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 6:01 am
Gosh, Lucy, did you happen to run into my brother and his family? They were there last weekend too! LOL Sounds like you had a great trip.
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Mware
Member
09-14-2001
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 8:15 am
Thanks for the penguin pics, Lucy! (And the other ones were cool too.) Glad you had a nice trip. Have a good time, Gracie!
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Schoolmarm
Member
02-18-2001
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 8:57 am
On the road again.... Minneapolis tomorrow and I'm having lunch with Tess on Wednesday!! WHOO HOO.... Back home momentarily on Sunday, then.... Off to NYC where I will arrive Sunday night, and interview on Monday and Tuesday. GINGER....lunch would have to be on MONDAY.....let me know if that is ok! I'll be home on Wednesday next week then it's off to a fun filled conference in ERIE (LOL) where I will be giving two sessions. I will need some caffeine to get through the next two weeks. I will need to travel some more to buy a house/find an apartment. All other travel plans are OFF for the summer for the moment. I will be in Waterloo IOWA June 17-19th for a one room school conference. Don't know whether I'll be able to get back to Germany or not this summer.
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Rosie
Member
11-12-2003
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 10:17 am
Lucy - thank you so much posting your beautiful pics and trip story. Marm - you wear me out just listening to your plans -- don't know how you do it all.
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Tess
Member
04-13-2001
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 1:11 pm
MARM -- you forgot to tell me what airport you are departing from so I can figure out your flight info and meet you at the baggage place.
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Halfunit
Member
09-02-2001
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 1:34 pm
<...guesses CLE or PIT...leaning more towards CLE...>
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Grannyg
Member
05-28-2002
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 2:33 pm
Lucy, great pics and great trip. Thanks for sharing both. Those are beautiful!!
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Tess
Member
04-13-2001
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 3:12 pm
that's what I figured, Half, but all she told me was the airline. <sigh>
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Schoolmarm
Member
02-18-2001
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 3:50 pm
TESS!!!! PIT to Atlanta (GADS) to MPLS.....you've got the airline. I depart Atlanta at 8:25 arrive MPLS 10:20. I thought that I copied the WHOLE itinerary in the email. Maybe not! My job offer at Southern is official!! I am a NOODLE head and haven't packed yet OR gotten things ready for the sub. I'm going to German table for supper in a moment and then will come back to work!
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Tess
Member
04-13-2001
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 5:40 pm
Thanks Marm! I wouldn't have guessed Atlanta. I always check to be sure the plane has left the airport before I leave the house. I'll be at your baggage carousel waiting for you. It's on the lower level. Good thing we already know what each other looks like. Congratulations on the new job!
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Halfunit
Member
09-02-2001
| Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 5:55 pm
Pffft - me neither Tess! Have a splendid time together, you two!
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