Finally, we have dependable internet and wifi so I can start posting again.
We were in Boise in early June, took a 3-day break from traveling. We visited fraternity brother Curt Elton and his wife Naomi, Trish biked and I played - you guessed it - pickleball. Biking was excellent, long paved trail along the river. PB was lousy: 12 new public courts but the few players there when I went were all beginners. I don't mind playing with newbies, but it's more fun and much better exercise when playing near one's skill level.
We visit botanical gardens wherever we find them. The one is Boise is worthwhile but not as awesome as some others we've visited. The 'tree' below is made of wood scraps, an art class project.
Rose garden.
Koi and reflections.
The gardens overlook an old penitentiary, now a museum.
