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Elephants
Wow this is amazing!! I love your elephant photos, they look really professional ☺️

Wild animals
Is there risk of dangerous wild animals in the national parks? Looks a lovely part of the word.

Captivating wildlife
The drive is great... even with a section washed out. It had been repaired at one time but guess I wasn't paying much attention and it washed out again. We always enjoy visiting the opulence of the Hearst Castle. We've been on a couple of different tours. I can't imagine having that much money... but I'd like to try. The grounds are like going on safari. Seeing a baby seal is precious. This coast has so much to offer. The Monterey aquarium is one of the best in our country. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I would pass on the house if I could have that swimming pool... it is grand!

Hearst Castle is truly spectacular
Hearst Castle is truly spectacular and very interesting. It is scary that much of the priceless artworks that decorate the interior of HC would have ended up on European dumps if Hears hadn't bought it and taken it to California. /Ake

What a range of experiences
What a great time you must have had at Universal Studios. I can't believe how many rides you managed to fit in, this must have been great fun. I am sure it compensated for the sad experience you had in Downtown LA. I can imagine this must have been scary and at the same time sad. I really feel for those who completely lose control of their lives and need to struggle every day in one of the richest countries in the world.

Hollywood
Oh wow, how much fun must it have been to follow the traces of famous movies, actors, and actresses! Great idea to put yourself into the mood for Hollywood by watching Charlie's Angels and Die Hard (I like sitting in the back of the plane, too, by the way). The tour seems to have been a lot of fun, although I can relate to the awkward feeling you had when you felt like stalking the celebrities.

I'm so pleased that you were able to see the glories of California on this trip...
especially the whales!

The Long and winding Roads
You are seeing a lot of California. I'm sure you've enjoyed seeing the diversity of the California topography....mountains, beaches, deserts, farmland. Most people do not realize how much farmland California has. Can you imagine LA country in the 50's when it was covered in Orange Groves. I would have like to see that. We love those off the beaten track museums and hit them whenever we can. We've been to several of the Spanish Missions in CA and they are a delight. Some people do a road trip to see all of them. They are lovely. We also enjoyed a day trip to Solvang. We love staying in posh places from time to time. It is not our norm but when we do it, it is amazingly fun to enjoy the luxury. Your time in Santa Barbara and enjoying Easter mass was perfect for you. I'm sorry you lost your sunglasses.

Terrific Road Trip!
You're dodging most of the tourists and seeing the park at an interesting time of year - between seasons. Those are great low angle shots of the trees in Mariposa.