I am no longer with the guy with the house in Novato - long story there - and I broke my ankle and haven't been able to hike for 3 years - I'm still not walking right now! Fortunately I have a nice tin of bay left over although they're starting to brown a bit. They're still super potent! It's summer here so it's super foggy and the sun isn't even going to make it out today.
Sure do miss your posts and I'm glad you are back!