Some New Friends

These two friendly ponies wouldn't budge even when I walked between them to put my package on the front porch. I gave them each a pat on the nose and they seemed to enjoy it. Guess I'll have to start taking some sugar cubes or carrots in addition to my dog biscuits. (Just click on the picture for a larger view).

The Walking Man Returns

As you can see the Walking Man continues his mission whatever that may be. I see him almost daily on my route as I make deliveries here in Red Bluff. This was taken at Antelope just before going over Interstate 5. (Click on the picture for a larger view).

Clint Eastwood Home

This beautiful log home is located on Majestic Drive in the outskirts of Cottonwood and I have delivered to this place several times but never to find anyone home. On one occasion I was told by a Real Estate man that the home was owned by Clint Eastwood in his early years. How early I do not know. (Just click on the picture for a larger view).

The Community of Manton

Today was my first time to make a delivery in the beautiful little community of Manton. Manton is just northeast of Paynes Creek at about 2000 feet elevation. The town view picture was taken through the car windshield as I approached the town. The smudges are the remains of suicidal bugs (sorry about that). (Just click on the pictures for a larger view).

She's Still Making Her Rounds

She is a familiar figure around Red Bluff as she makes her daily rounds. And she's still pushing that metal shopping cart and handling three dogs on leashes. Bless her heart for she is devoted. (Just click on the picture for a larger view).

Does It Snow In Cottonwood?

The answer is "occasionally" and this was that one "occasional" day about a month ago. When I got home there was snow on the streets and driveways throughout Lake California. This is what I saw from our deck to the back yard. (Just click on the pictures for a larger view).

The Highway To Mineral

Recently I had stops in both Paynes Creek and Mineral. The picture you see was taken at about 2500 feet on Highway 36 East just outside Paynes Creek. Mineral will be another 18 miles further and about 2000 feet higher. On this clear and beautiful day you are seeing Mt Lassen. (Just click on the picture for a larger view).

Another View of Mt Shasta

Traveling north on I-5 at the Sunset Hills exit, this is the view you see of Mt Shasta. There is plenty of snow now but with these warm Spring days and no rain in sight it won't take long to melt all that snow. The next exit is Bowman Road the turn-off to Lake California and home. For some more great shots of Northern California, see my friend's blog at http://stoneroads.blogspot.com/(Just click on the picture for a larger view).