The Big Dipper
Highlights: Lick Observatory with Jen, Marc, and Jon. The science lecture on exo-planets was the point at which I felt validated about inviting those two. They are both so very into this level of detail, while I, well, my brain glazed over within the first fifteen minutes. It was quite humbling, though, to consider the vast scale of space and our own minuscule place therein. Over the weekend I spent some quality time visiting my mom and attending to assorted tasks and needs at home too. The dinner at our friends' house Sat night afforded us the option to bring both dogs, one of which was captivated by the options to sniff and explore the dense landscaping and "riverbed" style fountain. We also had fun contrasting and comparing two 2017 Malbecs. One from Therese Vineyards (local) and the other from Argentina (not-so-local). It was quite fascinating to find a 90% similarity and identify the 10% variants. Both were wonderful. My "damp" 25" intentions, though, took a hit. I am realigned for the rest of the year. We test-drove a Rivian on a whim today. It was luxurious and spacious but also a lot to handle as far as size goes. If money were no object, I do not know that I would want it over my current Model Y. If that point ever comes for me (money ≠ object), I will likely look elsewhere, or at their truck, which has a few more possible functional benefits.
