We tested out our new car (2002 Chrysler Concorde) going to Saltspring Island yesterday to visit friends. We're very pleased with the way it rides and look forward to taking it on our trips to the desert. Our old heap finally packed it in and could barely limp into the dealership. We hadn't been on Saltspring for quite a while and were surprised and delighted to see a couple of vinyards there. Garry Oaks Winery is one and can't remember the other. So many local places now that one can imagine being in the south of France. I hope to get an olive tree this Spring to plant among my lavender and sunflowers. Add a littler rose wine to that mix and it will almost seem like we're in Bandol!