No, sorry katatawnic, not So. Cal high desert. NM high desert about 18 mi. from the Gila Natl Forest, give or take, so when I need those sights and smells its only about a 30 min drive. As long as it isnt tourist season that is. Like you, VERY reclusive, private person type who finally found her serenity. Full blown PTSD, panic disorder, fibro + + +. You know, all that GOOD junk. Kids just cant seem to get it yet though, unfortunately. Thank the PTB that Shaman (other half) does.