Spring Is Here And Daffodils Are Blooming

“A host of golden daffodils;

Beside the lake, beneath the trees,

Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.” 

                                        - - - William Wordsworth

This past week it was time (between the raindrops) to take my annual trip to see "the daffodils".

In 1993 when I moved to this beautiful part of the country, the development of this particular area was in its infancy and I have been able to enjoy observing every step of the way to what is today called "A Destination Point".  

                                                 This massive development that is less than a mile from my house is IRONSTONE a family owned Winery, Vineyards,  Tasting Room and Gourmet Delicatessen, Culinary Exhibition Center, Wine Aging Caverns, Gold Rush Heritage Museum of California, Jewelry Shoppe and Outdoor Amphitheater along with fourteen acres of Spectacular Lakeside Gardens. This is just a brief description of some of the many activities available for enjoyment.




At this time of year the very extensive display of daffodils throughout the properties is definitely a sight to behold.

In the Jewelry Shoppe there is a special secured bank vault for the sole purpose of housing a magnificent Crystalline Gold Specimen "THE CROWN JEWEL".  In 1992 in the nearby county, a ""pocket" of crystalline leaf gold was excavated. A couple years later, the largest piece weighing in at 44 pounds of gold was purchased by Ironstone. It is the largest specimen of crystalline gold in the world. Crystalline gold is the most rare form of gold and sells at a premium price as high as $6000.00 per ounce!
  

It is a magnificent sight to see this beautiful one of a kind exhibit.

These beautiful flowers are near the entrance to the Wine Tasting Gallery. Colorful landscaping covers all of the many acres.

 

 

I hope you enjoyed this little snapshot of a gorgeous place to visit. Because I live so close, I try to take the time to visit often. It is lovely to have this spectacular facility nearly in my back yard, so to speak! 

I hope your Spring Days are beautiful.