Monthly Archives: October 2016

The Bread Baker’s Apprentice

Posted on October 23, 2016 by CastIronDan

     Wow! October 23… Where did the summer (and first month of fall) go! The weather is finally cooling off and it feels good to be firing up the oven for baking bread.Considering that, I think I picked a perfect book … Continue reading →

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The Trail to Hell is Paved with Snow and Mud

Posted on October 10, 2016 by CastIronDan

Bumpass Hell… What the heck is that? I had no idea that my wife and my daughter had planned this side trip to Lassen Volcanic National Park while we were visiting in Chico, California last week, but I am glad … Continue reading →

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Pizza in Chico 

Posted on October 6, 2016 by CastIronDan

This week we are visiting our daughter in the Northern California city of Chico! Chico is a college town that is chock full of trendy eateries, bars and beautiful parks. After a great Mexican food lunch today, we visited Bidwell … Continue reading →

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