RM Tour Diary #113

Our first show in California was so much fun. We knew we were in California (not New York) when backstage, instead of slipping in doggie doo-doo, Carolann slipped in guacamole! We played at the fabulous Levitt Pavilion in Pasadena, to a large and happy crowd, on a gorgeous sunny day. Abbie supported the local economy by buying a sweet new summer dress. But that didn't stop her from getting on her knees for a ripping Dobro solo at the end of the show. Classic Abbie. Even though we flew in on Saturday and out on Sunday, we still managed to squeeze in three fabulous meals, including what has become a fly-in tradition, Mexican food! This time it was El Cholo. Delicious. And for dinner after the show, we treated ourselves to Japanese food. Even more delicious. Nothing like saba (at least Laurie thinks so). Big thanks to Glen Williams, Liz Levitt, and Eddie Cota for their hospitality. Coming up: One of our favorite festivals, the unique Summerfest in New Bedford, MA.

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