Yes, we're busy getting ready for next week's travels - I am getting really excited. Everything is in place except waiting for the time to pass!

Denise, have fun in Santa Barbara. We go regularly - Frank's daughter lives there and stayed after she graduated UCSB so we are up there about once a month. I highly recommend eating at The Palace Grill on 8 Cota Street or Holdren's which is on State Street. The Palace Grill is New Orleans Style food - good value and extraordinary service - excellent food. Holdren's is a steak and fish place with also good offerings and reasonable price. For over the top, Bouchon is one of our favorites for a special occasion.