This was one of our West Coast experiences, San Diego, watch out! The weather was beautiful, cool and crisp and our hotel was in the heart of all the action.

Our first cocktail party revealed the party people. Janet’s team won it all, they dressed one of our studs up in lipstick in a brazier! You guys will do ANYTHING for a free t-shirt! We certainly had a laugh.

All of us Cheechakos had a great time visiting the great land of Alaska!  Cheechako is their local lingo for a newcomer to Alaska, which many of us were. We enjoyed the Inside Passage on Norwegian Cruise Line, including Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Prince Rupert. We toured the various downtown shopping districts which were located in historic buildings that date back to Alaska’s gold rush roots. Alaska has a bit of something for everyone. Practically nothing says Alaska more authentically than a real gold nugget. Susan took the opportunity to pan for gold and with the gold she collected, fashioned not only a beautiful necklace, but a lasting keepsake and conversation piece.