Wednesday Vignette-Fog Lifting

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 On the Big River estuary, Mendocino California.

Visit Anna at Flutter and Hum for more Wednesday vignettes !

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  1. AnonymousAugust 3, 2016 at 6:51 PM

    Ah, what a lovely shot! It must have been difficult to leave such a beautiful place. Vacations are hardly ever long enough.... We are soon headed to rocky beaches too. I can't wait...!

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    1. ksAugust 5, 2016 at 7:34 PM

      Another coastal trip awaits in October ..I can focus forward on that.

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  2. Kris PetersonAugust 3, 2016 at 9:01 PM

    Gorgeous scenery, Kathy! I love to see those breaks between sun and fog - they have an ethereal quality.

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    1. ksAugust 5, 2016 at 7:44 PM

      You never know what kind of goofy weather you might encounter on the north coast in summer. I always pack a set of winter clothes.

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  3. danger gardenAugust 3, 2016 at 9:43 PM

    You know...I just now realized I've always thought of Mendocino and Montecito as the same place. That was stupid!

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    1. ksAugust 5, 2016 at 7:49 PM

      You are only a few hundred miles off Loree ! And about 20 degrees in average high temp.

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  4. Casa MariposaAugust 5, 2016 at 2:50 PM

    Beautiful! I'm a CA native and this area is one of my favorites. :o)

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    1. ksAugust 5, 2016 at 7:52 PM

      It's great to be a California Girl, and that is a permanent condition no matter where you may roam.

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  5. ksAugust 5, 2016 at 7:50 PM

    If you guys ever visit Northern California , a visit to this area of our coastline is a must.

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