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jeanmann's avatar

As always, mouth is watering and (in my mind) packing a bag for travel! That soup looks incredible. I can picture a late Fall or Winter day, nestled up in the cafe with healing soup, a good book (or sketchbook) reflecting on life. Thank you for a lovely escape.

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

What a lovely comment, Jean! I think this would be the perfect place for you to sketch, read, write, sing or simply relax and reflect. It’s that kind of magical place. Hope to get to visit someday soon.💕

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Jeanne @JollyTomato's avatar

Wow! This all sounds great! We are planning a trip up the coast later this summer and now I am sure of some stops I definitely want to make!

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks, Jeanne! You definitely should visit Mendocino, plus some of the many small towns and beaches nearby. There's really a lot to do and see!

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Hoang Samuelson's avatar

I’m jealous

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

If you get a chance, I hope you go someday. 😊

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Marg Moon's avatar

Me too 😀

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Susan's avatar

Great article, Ruth! It makes me want return. We haven’t been to Mendocino for about 15 years! That healing soup looks delicious! I will attempt a version of my own!

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks, Susan! You should definitely go back. I couldn't believe how beautiful it was and how much there was to do. I didn't even mention the great art center there where I really wanted to take classes. I think I might try to make that soup too! It was so delicious I ordered it twice and felt doubly healed!❤️

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Susan Kjorlien's avatar

Wonderful article!

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks so much, Susan!

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Judy Graham's avatar

I can attest that the cookies are (were) incredible.

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks, Judy!

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Judy Graham's avatar

Oh no, thank you. For the cookies and the lovely article. Made me want to go there.

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Julia Levy's avatar

Wow! The way you describe this makes me want to visit and taste test my way through it all.

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks, Julia! You definitely should!

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Annette Laing's avatar

My Californian husband says don't tell people about Mendo... Oops. Too late.

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

Whoops is right, though maybe they’re lose their way en route!

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Annette Laing's avatar

😂😂😂 We could put out misleading signs that actually direct them to Fresno...

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Vicki Smith's avatar

Mendocino looks perfectly delightful. It reminds me of New England too, except those beautiful blue skies seem brighter than out here in the East. I don't recall the first lady bake-offs. Interesting!

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks, Vicki! Actually there are quite a number of foggy days in Mendocino because of its coastal location. Sadly, like the rest of California, it’s suffering from a severe drought, though you’d never know it to look at the lush landscape!

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