Today’s walk signaled a release from the dissertation-writing prison I’d forced myself into all day. A beautiful day in the city of San Francisco. After catching up on errands, I strolled the Hyde Street pier to its end, past the beautiful ships and assorted sailing vessels and multi-lingual tourists. Beautiful views of both bridges at the end, accompanied by the smell of salty seas. My phone’s camera is on strike after 11,000+ photos, so I’ve pulled an oldie of James posing in front of the Balclutha.