I opted to stay another day in Los Angeles and visit the Griffth Observatory.
The climb to the top was quite grueling, especially with the omni-present L.A. headwind. Your direction does not matter, there is always a headwind.
Once at the top, I was rewarded with some impressive views:
The Griffith Observatory
Hollywood sign off in the distance
Something that aligns with the cosmos
A couple approached me while I was devouring a granola bar at the top, inquiring about the climb. I told them it was nothing compared to riding to the L.A. from S.F.
Both informed me they had diabetes - at the time I was wearing my Tour de Cure jersey - expressing their thanks for events like the Tour de Cure, and those who volunteer & ride for a cause.
The vast cityscape of L.A.
Later that evening, Brian and I walked to a gastropub for dinner. The sun setting looked more like the apocalypse.
Tomorrow I move on.
Joe.