So, Just Were These Photos Taken?

Hint, near central Contra Costa County…

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Our View of Rainbow Tower

Here's a fuller view from our living room balcony. The rainbow in the tower is shrouded in a black web, because of on-going construction. 

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Lower View from Our Suite

We're at the Hilton Hawaiian at the Tapa Tower. This view is towards the ocean (South). The Rainbow tower is that building on the upper right. I'll feature it soon, but the lighting isn't all that good right now. 

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Cedar Waxwings Not to be Outdone

After the Robins had their fill of Pyracantha berries, the Cedar Waxwings gleaned the rest. Being smaller and more agile, these cuties could more easy reach the leftovers.

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Grand Central for Pyracantha

Our Pyracantha bushes served as magnets for the voracious Robins. They literally fought each other for each berry.

They picked the most accessible berries and left the rest to the Cedar Waxwings (See the next post. )

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Birds Forage on Pyracantha Berties

An almost Spring day in late January brought out myriads of birds for a feast.

In this shot, a plump Robin snatches a prized pyracantha berry. Within 15 minutes the berries were gone. Some Robins acted drunk--from the berries, and barely could fly.

Next post will show the bushes crowded with Robins.

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Bellagio Panorama

The Bellagio's Conservatory was festive as ever. This year they featured penguins and polar bears. All the winter animals had fun skating, twirling and spinning.

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Wonderful Weggie

I feasted on a Blue cheese wedge, along with a baseball size top sirloin. A special that was well-worth the $17.99. Great service at the Harris Ranch. Perfectly medium-rare. What a delight--yeah, wish you were here.

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Harris Ranch Restaurant

We're on our way to Las Vegas, through LA. A nice stop is just after Coalinga at the fabled Harris Ranch, known for it's beef.

We arrived too early for the romantic Steak Room. But hope the meal will be great.

Early Dawn from Waikiki

First morning in Honolulu a few days ago. A quiet dawn awoke me to enjoy the tropics. The coming days would be filled with good times.

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