Escape to Lake Tahoe & Shanah Tova 5785

My Dear Sillies, 

We're at the beginning of a new year for the Jewish people. This year we turn 5,785. Yeah, we're old. "Shanah Tova" means "Happy new year!" Traditionally, we dip apple slices in honey to begin the year with sweetness. You might also notice round challah bread in select stores. It's the absolute best.  

Last weekend, I drove to Lake Tahoe, which graces the CA-Nevada border. Such a wonderful getaway. Here are a few photos. 

Despite the fact that it's North America's biggest alpine lake, I got lost trying to find the Lake. Yet the universe dropped this sign when I needed one. You might've heard my loud chuckle at that moment, as I excitedly pulled into the parking lot. A very kind old woman in this chocolate shop drew a map with detailed directions to Lake Tahoe. And naturally, I bought myself a very sweet unhealthy breakfast. (Chocolate pecans, chocolate graham cracker, and caramels). Mm, so good!

This freckled friend sat with me as I ate a real meal (turkey burger with sweet potato tater tots) in Lake Tahoe's touristy hub. I believe it's a blackbird. David, do you know?

Aw, serenity. Such a blissful getaway.  

Lake Tahoe Getaway

Dear Sillies,
   I'm very lucky to have recently crossed the (CA-Nevada) border into the Lake Tahoe region.
   Nevada had just issued an order to wear masks, yet Harrah's Casino was set to reopen.
   Oy vey. The inconsistent protocols between any two states, systems, or people -- it's among the most anxiety inducing aspects of the COVID19. Do you agree?
  
   Regardless, may you and your loved ones be spared of COVID's merciless wrath.

   I'd say approximately one-third of the folks in Tahoe were wearing masks, except the more famous ones like Betty Boop and...Elvis? That's the worst fake Elvis I've ever seen.
   It wasn't the smartest thing for me to do, taking a trip to such a popular hot spot. But it was my Birthday weekend. I sheltered alone, and I wore a mask when near anyone (except Betty Boop and...Elvis? Is that you?). I used a lot of Purell too.
   To ease my mind, I got tested upon return.

   I've never been so happy to fail a test in my life. Yet we're far from out-of-the woods. So we shall and must persevere. 

   This woodsey-beachy excursion helped me get some mojo back.

Please take care of yourselves. 

Be safe and healthy, my dears.

Elivs??

"With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams,

it is still a beautiful world."

-Anonymous, Desiderata