I was so excited to be in California, but our accommodations were a little slice of heaven. Located amidst the vines of Benovia Winery, we had quite the view each morning.
For those of you not familiar with California wine country, the Russian River Valley is just north of Santa Rosa and is known for growing Chardonnays and Pinot Noir. And although this is the rainy season for Northern California, we were lucky enough to enjoy some sunshine, the spectacular cherry blossoms, and some wine!
We even found some happy equines in Napa Valley, and I couldn’t help but think how our snowbound horses would love to have an afternoon on this green field!
Pretty soon it was time to head home, although Delight seemed to enjoy her California accommodations, she seemed willing enough to load the trailer and return to Colorado.
We stopped overnight at a delightful “horse motel” called Suzie Creek Arabians. They provided a clean, well-bedded stall so that our weary equine traveler could get some rest. Delight was bright eyed the next morning and ready to hit the road!
So, from Elko, NV we made the final day of driving across the remainder of Nevada, all of Utah and Wyoming and into Northern Colorado. It was a beautiful trip, but I think I speak for the horse when I say, “It’s nice to be home!”


















