Hey everybody 👋

Steve and I watched The AI Doc on Netflix last night and I found it depressing and hopeful at the same time (starts out dark but gets better so keep watching). I think the current AI tools were released too widely and require regulation but the people in power don’t know how to regulate them - which is a problem. However, I think there is goodness to them as a well. Like the PSAs say:
 

Back to our travels ....

We made it to Bandon Oregon on October 14th just as the sun was setting. 😎

Saw this in a shop but didn't buy it. Sounded tasty though! 🥪

We were eager to drive along the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor and it did not disappoint. 🤩

Craggy bluffs, secluded beaches, and offshore rock formations await visitors along the 12 ocean-hugging miles between Brookings and Gold Beach along Highway 101.

The botanic garden at Shore Acres State Park was pretty quiet and beautiful. 🍁

The scale of the coastline. 🌊

Short hike along a section of the Oregon Coast Trail. 🥾

The coast trail definitely had New Zealand vibes. 🇳🇿

Scenic Arch Rock just south of Gold Beach. 📸

Sunset in Brookings. 🌅

Sunrise in Brookings. 🌅

By the way, if you get to Brookings, go to Mattie's and sit at the counter. You are welcome. 🥞

My favorite photo (south of Brookings). 🥳

We took a dip into California to visit the Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park. More glorious trees!🪾

We left the coast and headed inland to Grant's Pass for a night. 🚙

We never did figure out this slogan. 🤔

Strolled around downtown to take in the sights. 👀

We attended the No Kings GOTV Rally on 10/16. 🪧

And so our 11 day PNW roadtrip came to an end. It was lovely and we recommend putting it on your list. ✅

We arrived in Shady Cove on 10/17 to meet Kayla who we were going to watch her for 2.5 weeks while her owners took a cruise through the Panama Canal and beyond. 🐾

More about Kayla next. 🦴