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Yeah I finally got around to trying that new hiking trail up near the ridge. The views were incredible once you got past the first mile of switchbacks. I ended up going later than I planned because I stopped to grab lunch at that little deli you mentioned. Their pastrami sandwich was exactly what I needed. The trail itself wasn't too crowded for a Saturday which surprised me. I think next time I'll bring more water though the forecast said it would be cloudy but it ended up being full sun the whole time. Oh and I saw a family of deer just off the main path near the creek. Definitely worth the drive out there. D7PACMs5mLA5X Let me know if you want to go together sometime I'd be happy to hike it again now that I know the route. Also I finally finished reading that book you lent me. I thought the middle section dragged a little but the ending made up for it. We should chat about it soon.

I tried making that pasta dish you shared last week and it turned out great. I was skeptical about the sauce at first because it seemed too thin but after simmering for a bit it reduced nicely. I added a bit more garlic than the recipe called for because well you know me. The fresh basil really made a difference I picked some up at the farmers market on Sunday. I served it with a simple side salad and some crusty bread. Next time I might try adding mushrooms or maybe some roasted cherry tomatoes. Let me know if you have any other recipes you'd recommend. I'm on a bit of a cooking kick lately and trying to branch out from my usual rotation. The key seemed to be letting the sauce rest for a few minutes before serving it brought all the flavors together. Oh and I finally got around to organizing that closet I've been avoiding for months. Found some old photos from our trip a few years back we should plan another one soon.