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Ask and ye shall receive. Just to prove that the Lord really does read this blog and hears my whining complaints about the lousy weather we've been having around here, the rains stopped and the clouds parted and we had a lovely day here in Northern California. On my daily walk the sun was shining and the birds were singing, and I snapped this washed-out picture with my crappy camera phone just to prove it.

Ah, the sun at last.

Oh, and note the water level too. During the summer this creek is usually just a skinny little stream at the bottom of the creekbed, but as you can see the persistent rains have filled the creek's entire u-shaped bowl with water. I'd say the waters are a good 10 to 15 feet above their usual levels, and the bushes you see off to the left are actually the tops of trees that have been submerged beneath the rushing creek. Unfortunately that's not really clear from this picture.

Anyways, that's all for my quick little follow-up from Northern California where the skies have cleared but more storms are predicted for the weekend. And here's a handy little travel trip for those who might be planning a trip to the Bay Area this summer.

*Tip* If ever there was a year to see the Yosemite Valley, this is the year. With all this rain and snow we've had I guarantee you that the falls will be full of gushing water. Sure, that's bound to mean long lines and traffic jams, but there are always long lines and traffic jams in Yosemite. At least the views will be worth it this year. Pack the kids and bring your camera.