Life Matters: What a nice way to spend a day!

View from Lookout Point

Today Mitch and I took off for a stroll around Montalvo. I haven't been there for years, and I've never hiked the trails. It was a glorious day for a hike. I don't believe it hit 80, at least until we reached the top of lookout trail. That trail is definitely worth hiking. It's a bit steep at times, but the panoramic view of the valley is well worth the trek.
Montalvo has beautiful grounds and some very interesting art installations. The trees have even become part of the artistic mosaic!

Bird houses adorn this tree

Glass pieces shine on this tree

I found the sculptures interesting and I've decided you must always do a 360 around them. Sometimes the back side is even more interesting than the front side.

The back is even more interesting than the front!

This is called Head of Man

This piece is called Haywire

This is called Broken Wing

We strolled in the formal gardens which didn't have too much in the way of flowering plants, but did have some unique cactus plants.

After our hike/stroll through Montalvo, it was off to quench our thirst. The Chevy's $3.00 Midori Margarita and $3.00 table side guacamole did the trick.

Montalvo is free to enter, and with our 3:00p.m. Happy Hour the day was quite affordable, and priceless! You can't put a monetary value on time spent with your loved one.