Just heard from my editor at the Grape Growers and he liked my profile piece on the Barrs.  I can’t tell you how delighted and relieved, and proud I am.  And there’s nothing wrong with pride if it’s moderated.

Need a snack, but what.  A bagel?  Water?  Should have a lunch packed, as Alice ordered, but I was too–  There’s no excuse.  So now I’m hungry.  That bagel with cream cheese I had the other week wasn’t bad.  Or should I wait till Ukiah, go to the Railey’s and get a sand’.. not sure what to think as my confidence is elevated, I AM a writer, writing and seeing money from, connecting with inspiring people in the business of wine and its world.  I’m FINALLY on the Road…..