Saw my good friend - haven't seen him for about ten years and he hasn't changed a single bit. He couldn't free himself from an unexpected visit by his folks. He wanted to come with us and hike inside the Sequoia and Kings national park. Still, we have been in contact via email long enough.

Off to the national park we go!

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Staying at a motel 6 in Bakersfield. From the guide, Bakersfield is famous for country music, oil and sultanas (?).