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My sparse presence on Twitter and the blog can be explained by a quick road trip to the charming town of Solvang and the peaceful Santa Ynez Valley. During my two days there, I: ate more Danish pancakes and pastries than I could count, brought my dog along to enjoy the scenery, marveled at the beauty of the Mission Santa Inés, explored the local Farmers’ Market, browsed a few upscale antique stores (where prices reached the $50,000 range), unwittingly entertained two dozen Japanese tourists by letting them ogle and pet my dog, and found some Sally Hansen Salon Effects nail stips at a random CVS in rural Buellton, of all places. It was exactly what I needed to feel rejuvenated by the kind, relaxed vibe of Solvang and the old-world feel of the surrounding pastoral towns. If anyone plans on visiting the area, I highly recommend the Wine Valley Inn for its large rooms, convenient location, colorful interior furnishings, and pet-friendly policies.