I Heard It Through The Grapevine by beachzz
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This is the Grapevine--the road that takes you up and over from the central Valley of California into the the beginning of the LA Basin and beyond. I took it last year on my way to what ended up being 3 months down there. And contrary the usual notions, I had a wonderful time while I was there.
And, as long as we're talking about road trips, I'm on yet another one. This time to Portland, Oregon for a weekend long blues festival. Last night I saw John Mayall, who was beyond awesome, and Taj Mahal, who was probably just as good, but I was so far away from him, the best look I got was on a big screen TV!! You'll be seeing fotos soon, of course!!
Comments (13)
KnightWolverine
Heyyyyyy....I know this road!,been down many times in the past...You say Oregon is next?...If in the area and you haven't ever stopped ,try Multnomah Falls,you won't be disappointed!(smile)..thanks for bringing back a memory! William
MrsRatbag
I know that road well myownself...been over it in every kind of weather condition, every time of day. And I agree, Multnomah Falls is a must-see. You should extend your trip and check out all the great stuff around Portland! It's been a lot of years since I lived there, but I loved it and the memories remain...
durleybeachbum
A most surreal image!!
Meisiekind
WOnderful shot Marilyn and clearly shot while driving on the wrong side of the road! deep frown
awjay
nice postwork
blinkings
Awesome. I always go to see his mate Clapton ('God)'!!) whenever he heads down under! I've got a Bluesbreakers cd around here somewhere, now what did I do with it.........
MrsLubner
I could tell you stories about traveling Grapevine...oh, yes... stories. I've done it at all hours, all seasons and all weather. From from hitting the top just as it freezes to eating an 18-wheelers mudflaps as they tear away in the gale-force winds and send the bar they were attached to through my gas tank. That one was scary and required a mountain top rescue. Grapevine is a place of adventure and I've never topped it without some adventure.
jocko500
"on the road again" bet that you song you play every time you take to the roads. have fun there. Heard of a train you can take in porland or settle that wil take you to see the west?? just a idea if you have the money and friends that willing to go with you?
bazza
Lovely road shot.. on the road again quite the gadabout, lol.. have fun my friend!!
goodoleboy
OMG, the movie, 2001, A Space Odyssey, reprised in this fantastic foto with the awesome and never ending perspective, Maz! Beautiful colors in them thar hills, also! I've driven the route many times in the past, but not lately, mainly because I hate the traffic just getting there. And, I'm surprised you had such a wonderful time when you were down here, considering the rude overpopulation.
Chipka
LOL @ goodoleboy! This does actually have quite a Stanley Kubrick vibe to it, and all I need is to hear Gyorgy Ligetti's "Atmospheres" playing (distorted) as the soundtrack. This is a really great shot though, I love the way it just zooms on and on forever with those hills looming up at an unexpected, but totally logical angle over there. Great colors too! I like the warm/cool contrasts and the grainy texture you caught in the road itself. Yeah, this is great!
auntietk
Oh man ... every time I've been over the Grapevine it's been hotter than heck. This has that vibe. Nicely done!
danapommet
A perfect representation of what this drive really looks like. Dana