Sunday, August 31, 2014

back in the ussa

Came along the Thompson river canyon and past hell's gate of the Fraser river canyon. Semi arid climate with irrigation water for the fruits and vegetables. Stopped at a street festival. Spoke with a fruit vendor/longtime resident whose smile reminded me very much of the kindness of robin Williams. He spoke of the gold miners heading north on the highway early each spring on their way to work claims in alaska. Evidently local growers are as protective of their marijuana plots as gold miners are of their claims. Watched whitewater rafters coming down the river gorge. Stayed in Hope.

Drove into Seattle today. We had to backtrack for some stuff we left in hope so trip took longer than planned. Crossed border at Sumas. After arriving, we stopped at pikes place market to have dinner at an Irish pub. Still measuring the seafood against Alaskan fare.

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