During the last weekend we sped off to the Olympic National Rain-forest. It is the only such rainforest in the country. Situated in Washington. We camped for one night near Sol Duc. There are some natural springs on a hike nearby, but my companions did not want to make the trek at night. Although I was more than eager to run by chance into a cougar or bear. There are not common sightings, but people do see them once in a while. The campground was nice, there are about 70 spots or so, and they get quickly filled during the summer seasons because of the temperate weather. I had some Black Butte Oregon beer. It was great in the open, wilderness. Washington has many scenic beauties within a very close range. It used to be mostly wilderness itself, and Bear Country is not too far off. Compared to California, I would have to say, all we have are idealic grounds for food. Here blackberries grow wild, in front of nearly all homes ,or at least down the corridors of highway, and people can be seen pickng them. That was my very first time camping, starting a fire, and even putting up a tent. We had three kids, around 19, 20 , and 21 years old, who were adjacent to us. I mingled with them, and we showed each other our tattoos and took in a few stories. They had a beer called Session black , which was good. And the caps have either Rock, Paper or Scissors. Was Fun. I think their names were Chris, Megan, and Dan. People out here are very friendly actually, mostly white; but very liberal I believe. A lot of people have tattoos. Either simple ones, like one-spot, or more elaborate. Very Cool. Heading Back to Los Angeles to finish up this last semester is a dread. That city has given me nothing but trouble, and I sincerely regret ever deciding to go there to study over three years ago.