We beheld Las Vegas, and saw that, as usual, it was under construction. Good, also.

Then we went to Palm Springs, where, as one does, we ate an awesome Hawaiian-style dinner.

Have you ever been to the Salton Sea? Delightful. Disturbing, also.

We also learned that the drive to San Diego through the mountains requires strong coffee before attempting.

Also? Don’t take your friends on an exploration of the DMZ-freaky part of San Diego, between Imperial Beach and the Tijuana Bullring. They may have you murdered. Such a thing could be arranged surprisingly quickly.

And finally, a look at what’s happening in San Diego. If that’s important to you.