This past week, we were preparing to go to Northern California for the State Junior High Academic Decathlon in Redwood City. (For a funny rendition of our trip, please vistit Roger's Blog.)Danny and his team have worked diligently for the past eight months, studying for this competition, in addition to their regular school work. They were one of nine schools competing. Unfortunately, they did not place in any categories. But what they did take away from the competition was the experience to compete in such a high level, the friendships they have developed, and the knowledge that they did their best. As his mom, I am so very proud of Dan - his determination and commitment.
Instead of a photo of the day, here are some photos of the city by the bay...
The weather... It rained on us the entire day we were in San Fransisco. That's okay... It gave us the gift of the beautiful flowers.
A view of the bay from one of the marinas.
Flowers enjoying a view of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Fisherman's Wharf... no really, this was a section of Fisherman's Wharf.
We were able to catch up with a high school friend (Tom G.) and his fiance. We haven't seen Tom since high school!! Here we are at Stanford University, where Tom is an alum. He gave us a tour around this beautiful campus. Thanks Tom!!!
This was a highlight for Dan's trip: our motel was right next door to a Ferrari / Maserati dealership!!! On Sunday morning, a Ferrari / Maserati club assembled, so we were able to take a gander at 20+ cars.
The Golden Gate Bridge. Even in the rain, she is breathtaking. 
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I am so glad you guys are back safe and sound and you are so right when you talk of what they walked away with. THEY should be proud of what they accomplished. And on another note your pics of San Fran are beautiful. I love that city.
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