Grat call KG2V!! I totally forgot about Griffith Park and the train park - which is funny cuz that's where I sprained my wrist.

JohnE, when I'm back in town I usually head up to Pasadena at least once. Be fun to grab a bite at the Hat on Lake sometime, if you're up for it.

As for Kris, have fun shopping. Most of the malls are, unfortunately, pretty standardized. Lots of off-the-wall stuff if you look around (try sunset blvd, venice beach, hollywood area) though. I won't be in town that week, as I'll be in Missouri wrapping up my ej-uh-ma-cashun. Too bad. Have a blast.