So, last October, I was signed up to ride Rosie The Trolley. Rosie is a beautiful red and golden bus, owned by the Santa Rosa Parks and Recreation Department. Unfortunately, the history tour on Rosie had to be canceled, because the horrific fires were still roaring in many areas of the county. And it was rescheduled for a week ago. Indeed, it was canceled again, due to a dead battery. And finally, today was the day!
About 24 of us enjoyed a 2-hour commentary, summarizing some 150 years of Santa Rosa history. We learned of the Pomo Indians, the Mexicans, the earthquake, the city leaders. We saw historic homes, parks, barns, a railroad station and churches. It was a true delight, and I will go again.
First I took a walk in the rain, at Howarth Park, the pickup spot. To preface my journey, I wrote a poem:
I can’t complain
About a walk in the rain.
Let me explain -
Weather: friend or foe...
At least it’s not snow!
And now for some folly,
I’ll ride Rosie The Trolley!
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