SF has a lot too offer, including many of my best friends, and I bear the cold with a very stoic bravery....but I still don't like the cold! I come from the largest beach in the world and I like the warmth. My ultimate destination is the tropics (Cuba maybe?). I just started reading your blog by the way and will add it to both the blogroll and the facebook page. I'd appreciate any maps you could send and will credit you as the contributor. If you find yourself near SD or the channel islands this year, let me know and we'll enjoy a beer or wine and maybe a nice cigar!