We arrived at Caroline and Dan’s last night after an overnight flight from Auckland to San Francisco and a bus ride to the Napa. All went smoothly on the trip but we were surprised how smokey it was flying into San Francisco. No glimpses of the Golden Gate Bridge on our bus ride this time!

There is rain is forecast for later in the week which is what it will take to really clear the air and assist in controlling the fire. The fire about 100 miles north of where we are is slowly being brought under control but is still enormous – 149,500 acres and 60% contained.

Fine morning (through the smoke) today, and we’ve just enjoyed waffles for breakfast – quiet day ahead!