You may recall that not too long ago I had dreamed of coming to Santa Barbara for a whale watching tour.

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I then cancelled my plans due to upcoming trips to Portland and Italy.  Until my money tree brings in the bigger bucks, I need to show some semblance of restraint.

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And then...wouldn't you know it?  Jimmykins needed a trophy date for Santa Barbara.  Twist of fate and twist my arm!

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On this ultra-indulgent President's Club trip, we were asked to pick

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