I Love California
This is why I love California:
It’s mid-November.
If we had lived elsewhere, we could have been dealing with this right now:
Photo credit: Daveblog
But instead, this is how the sky right outside our house looked this morning:
So we went to the local park, and to the San Francisco Zoo:
We ended our day at one of our favorite restaurants, Zibibbo, where we all shared a large plate of appetizers and ordered their wonderful cookie plate for dessert:
It’s true that we don’t have four seasons here. There’s no snow unless we drive to the mountains. Way too many people live here so the roads are always crowded. And prices are insane, especially real estate prices.
But 70% of our days are sunny. So if I look happy and relaxed in this photo, sitting at the park, wearing a TANK TOP in mid November:
It’s because I am.
Did I mention that I love California? It’s the best place for a staycation, too.
I would love to hear about YOUR weekend, as long as you make it sound less fun than mine. 
Edited to add: When I tweeted about how pleased I am with the gorgeous weather, several friends (I can’t stand the term “followers”, I’d much rather use “friends”) reminded me that the same weather is unfortunately responsible for devastating wildfires in South California.
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Shalee responds:
Posted: November 16th, 2008 at 11:50 pm →
Oh your weekend sounded wonderful! It was gorgeous here as well, crazy Washington! It was raining all week but come the weekend it was sunny and gorgeous! But sadly my husband I were very sick. First I was taking care of him, then he was taking care of me. Haha, oh well, you win some you lose some.
That is where we are building our first house.
Next weekend should be better we are going to the eastern side of the state where it is sunny 360 days of the year
I have my hopes up, one bad/sick weekend doesn’t spoil the rest.
PeaceLoveJoyBliss responds:
Posted: November 16th, 2008 at 11:51 pm →
Vered, I’ve had a less-than-fun but nevertheless satisfying weekend of quietude and solitude in the comfort of my own home in the Great White North (Canada) where the temps are (finally) beginning to become more seasonable, which of course translates into a more-than-slight possibility of light snow falling before long. I’m glad you had a nice weekend, too. Your picture essay is sweet and light.
Christopher
Linda Abbit responds:
Posted: November 16th, 2008 at 11:59 pm →
Vered,
I didn’t mean to rain on your parade by mentioning the fire dangers nearby.
My weekend was pretty mellow, but we kept one eye or ear on the news most of Friday and Saturday in case the fires changed course and headed our way. No one we know lost their house, but one was evacuated. Last year’s fires were less than 2 miles from our house, so we really take it seriously.
That being said, I wouldn’t leave California for anything! I never take the warm weather in the winter time for granted — never, ever! I’ve been here 30 years and I still don’t miss the snow & ice I grew up with back East.
I’m glad you and your family got to enjoy such a beautiful day! May there be many more to come.
Cath Lawson responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 12:03 am →
Hi Vered – these pics and your San Francisco post really make me want to come to California.
The weather in the UK now is so cold and I haven’t left the house much this weekend as I can’t get the dosage of my new meds right and they’ve made me oversleep and left me feeling totally zonked over the last few days.
We did venture out in town tonight to see the Christmas lights and have dinner at Little Frankie’s. But it was kind of spoiled by the fact that just before we ate, my son discovered that someone had thrown up all over the bathroom floor.
MomGrind responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 12:08 am →
@ Shalee: Feel better soon.
@ PeaceLoveJoyBliss: quietude and solitude are good. After fun, I always need some solitude, which is how I realized I’m actually an introvert.
@ Linda Abbit: Not at all. I’m glad you said it, and you were not the only one. I was being insensitive when I didn’t acknowledge the fires. I’m glad you reminded me.
@ Cath Lawson: “just before we ate, my son discovered that someone had thrown up all over the bathroom floor.” That’s gross. As for the UK weather, I don’t think I could ever survive that. Hope you get the dosage right soon. Being drowsy is no fun.
Carla responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 12:37 am →
I guess I wasn’t really able to fully enjoy the weekend given that some of my family in southern CA had to escape the huge fire down there. I know they wish they had rain instead of all this sun, heat and wind. I love it here (San Francisco Bay Area), but sad that half the state burned down this year.
I actually don’t like hot weather so I was kind of miserable when I was out yesterday, LOL – I so cant wait until we have winter. It was breathtakingly beautiful though. Looking over the SF bay from the Berkeley Hills during sunset is priceless.
Carla responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 12:40 am →
@Vered – Sorry for mentioning the fires since it seems several people have already brought it up. I guess that’s what happen when I comment without reading the other posts first. I hate being redundant.
Kelvin Kao responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 1:21 am →
I am in So Cal. On Saturday I could smell the smoke and there were ashes flying around. On Sunday it was not as bad.
Davina responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 1:39 am →
Hi Vered. Sounds and looks like you had a terrific weekend! “I would love to hear about YOUR weekend, as long as you make it sound less fun than mine.” Oh that shouldn’t be too hard! It started out on a high note with me visiting with a friend I hadn’t seen for months. We spent 3 hours over coffee in a local market in a touristy Vancouver spot called Granville Island. We talked ourselves silly about everything and nothing.
But it was all downhill from there. I’ve been trying to get an answer about why my new blog is inaccessible. They reset my account because I didn’t have anything written on it, and so I could upload the new WordPress upgrade. Now I can’t log in. One small step forward, one giant leap backwards. GRRRR.
Tara@From Dawn Till Rusk responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 2:43 am →
We didn’t have sunshine here in England this weekend, it was cold and crisp and a typical autumn day.
But I was at a friend’s house in the country where a group of my girlfrineds and I had holed ourselves up for the whole weekend drinking Champagne, sitting around, eating, watching Sex and the City, drinking more Champagne, had our toe nails painted by a beauty therapist and CHILLING.
All in aid of my 40th.
Absolute bliss.
Lance responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 3:11 am →
Sun? What’s that! We saw clouds, snow flurries, and cold this weekend in Wisconsin. We stayed inside – basketball games to watch – nice days for that. Bundled up in sweatshirts and winter jackets. Oh, and I get to look forward to more of this for the next six months…
Stacey / Create a Balance responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 5:18 am →
I’m a few hours south of Lance and had the same clouds. We bundled up in winter gear to play outside. Long underwear, down jackets, gloves, and hats were required. But we ended up enjoying the day outside breathing in fresh (almost winter) air.
Robin responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 6:17 am →
YUM – cookies! That peacock looks fantastic. I went to Frank’s gigs on Fri and Sat nights – he was exhausted – he had EIGHT bands altogether on those 2 days (I didn’t go to the afternoon ones – had it to myself)
Brittany responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 6:17 am →
ha ha. I love how you started this post out with NOT having snow. My BSM starts WITH having snow. sigh.
Beautiful fall photos!
Diana Rupert responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 6:19 am →
I can say that you have enjoy your weekends. I can see it in your pics. It feels nice when you wake up in the morning and see the sun shines up high. Thanks for sharing your pics with us. I feel more relax now looking at your pics.
thanks
Avani-Mehta responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 6:32 am →
I envy you. We are having a cold front in Florida. It’s freezing cold. Am sitting with double layered clothes and you are in a tank top !
Mike Goad responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 6:56 am →
Just rub it in!
I’m glad that you are able to enjoy it. I have good memories of California and the San Fransisco Bay area.
Just think how “great” it would be if everyone who wished they were there actually able to move there.
Betsy Wuebker responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 6:57 am →
Hi Vered – I remember those warm November days – now my former neighborhood is on fire.
In Minnesota, we’ve got that watery November light thing going – you know, where the light is more blue than yellow. Everything is expectant – as if it’s going to snow big any moment. Hopefully, it won’t, but you never know. Seasonal Affective Disorder is a big challenge. Loved the peacock photo.
tracy responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 7:38 am →
wonderful autumn images… mine would be very different… we woke up to a snowstorm yesterday!
Kudos on the peacock, as well… just lovely!
Dr. J responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 7:57 am →
I love California too!! We just had our first near freezing weather in Northern Florida, so the frost is on the pumpkin, so to speak! It will be warm by mid-afternoon, however
Writer Dad responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 7:57 am →
I’m with the other So Cal kids. It did snow in our neighborhood, ashes covering everything, and the sickly sweet smell of the fire permeating the air. I was also super sick, the kind that gives you zits and makes you feel like you’re in high school again. I wasn’t typing though, and I did relax. I just wish it was Friday again.
Tabitha (From Single to Married) responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 8:54 am →
wow – so jealous – California is gorgeous!! Our weekend here (Washington, DC area) was unseasonably warm but it was also cloudy and windy. Getting over a cold and running errands don’t make for the best weekend, but seeing my sister who just returned from her honeymoon sure made it better!
Giyen responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 8:57 am →
Gorgeous weekend down there! Gorgeous weekend up here too!
Too bad is cold and dreary now. It was so foggy this morning that I just wanted to crawl back in bed.
So I did. : -)
Suzie responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 8:57 am →
My weekend bit the big one. You are safe
Jen responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 9:04 am →
That plate of cookies looks so yummy. I love that peacock shot too. My weekend was pretty boring so no worries.
MizFit responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 9:20 am →
I love seeing photos of you…youre so glowy and serene looking.
Kim Woodbridge responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 9:34 am →
Hmm … there is no way I could beat anyone in the weekend fun department, unless you think a Chutes and Ladders Tournament is loads of fun. Well, we also had some yummy Vietnamese food, my fave soccer team won, and we got lots of sleep.
The photos are gorgeous – but I actually love winter and snow. I’m kind of jealous of all the people that are reporting snow already. We don’t usually get much in Philly and it doesn’t usually snow until January.
Zandria responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 10:11 am →
So jealous! We might possibly get a little bit of snow tonight or tomorrow here in northern Virginia…
MomGrind responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 10:22 am →
@ Carla: I often comment without reading the other comments first.
“I love it here (San Francisco Bay Area), but sad that half the state burned down this year.” I agree.
@ Kelvin Kao: I’m glad it’s getting better.
@ Davina: Reconnecting with old friends is so much fun. I hope you solve your blog problems soon. Sounds terribly frustrating.
@ Tara: Sounds like a FUN weekend.
@ Lance: I don’t know how you do it. I would be so depressed. Although there is something to say for bundling up inside.
@ Stacey: We are going skiing in December. As much as I love skiing, the layers of clothes are tiresome.
@ Robin: I love cookie plates for dessert. I like the variety.
@ Brittany: I like snow when we drive up to the mountains, but I wouldn’t want it to be part of my everyday life.
@ Diana: Yeah, it was a good weekend.
@ Avani-Mehta: I know, it’s crazy. It’s going to cool off though which I guess is good for SoCal.
@ Mike Goad: Yeah, not so great – we already have way too many people here!
@ Betsy Wuebker:” Seasonal Affective Disorder is a big challenge.” I’m sure it would have been for me too if I lived somewhere with a long, cold winter.
@ tracy: My husband took the peacock shot. I’m very proud of him.
@ Dr. J: Warm is good.
@ Writer Dad: I’m so sorry! I hope you’re feeling better today.
@ Tabitha: Running errands while fighting a cold? Nah, not fun.
@ Giyen: “So I did. : -)”
Good for you!
@ Suzie: Sorry about your weekend.
@ Jen: Boring, or eventless, is not necessarily bad… we need those to sometimes.
@ MizFit: “glowy and serene looking” hmmm sounds good. I’ll take it!
@ Kim Woodbridge: I’m guessing that loving winter is part of being an introvert. I used to love winter, but over the years, and especially since the kids, I have a strong preference for summer.
@ Zandria: Snow is exciting… as long as it’s not part of my daily life.
Mark responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 10:34 am →
Ok..yes the snow photo is my world! Looks like a fantastic weekend you had! Nice photos! Except the SNOW photo!
veena responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 11:07 am →
My weekend was pretty eventful. Submitted an application for business school on saturday. my parents came to bangalore, so I went to my sister’s place. we all had a good time talking and watching tv. On sunday, we travelled to a holy place called paparapatti. It was beautiful… we left at 5 am. it’s a 3 hour drive from bangalore… we had lunch there and came back by 5 pm… was a lot of fun… all 5 of us together..
Patricia responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 11:22 am →
Vered,
We had wonderful sunshine this weekend and my honey was able to ride a 45 mile bike trip with his buddies and get some sleep so that made it even better. I am almost completely recovered from whatever and was able to get some really good writing done and then replace my 26 year old fleece jacket with a new one!. I am hoping that SF will be as beautiful on my next visit – I am getting ready to make a mad dash for the plate of cookies – yum, but I signed up on Fit to Blog so one dash at a time I guess. Weigh in WED.
You are absolutely gorgeous…thank you for the beauty at the zoo….now maybe too we will hear your lovely accent on LIVEFOREVER? I get around!
thank you for sharing….
Jannie responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 11:36 am →
My Weekend: No big cookie plates like that. Played a lot of “You’ve Gotta Be Kidding,” (Would You Rather) with Kelly. Computered. Read “Blogging For Dummies.” Got out the winter clothes!
RC Rambles... responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 11:45 am →
It sounds wonderful in some respects, but I actually enjoy bundling up, and the wonder of watching the seasons change. I am actually wishing for some snow, so I can start to feel the fall to winter transition.
Don’t worry – by January/February, I will have had enough and wish for spring to hurry-up and return. And if this winter is anything like last winter, I might as well invest in a sled for my commute.
Christina responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 1:16 pm →
Yep, November in Texas is very similar to November in California!
Becky responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 3:04 pm →
It just began to snow here, and it’s bitterly cold. It was warm earlier in the week, so it’s been a bit of an adjustment to the normal winter weather.
SpaceAgeSage -- Lori responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 3:13 pm →
Colorado is blessed with many days of sunshine, too, but I still love the snow!
Crazy weekend here, but hey, the Denver Broncos and the Green Bay Packers won, so all is well!
Andre Kibbe responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 3:18 pm →
I’ve always been a patriot of California, and your photos eloquently sum up why. It’s the eternal summer (especially here in Los Angeles). The only downside is that you get spoiled. I put my coat on when it’s 60 degrees, but when I visit New York, I’ll see people walking around in tee shirts when it’s 40. Unimaginable.
As for how or why people live in snow, I can’t imagine
Bamboo Forest responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 3:52 pm →
I’ve never lived where it gets cold. I don’t want to make the assumption that I would hate it.
But I will say this… It is wise to appreciate lovely weather when you have it!
apricot tea. responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 4:25 pm →
I WISH we had that kind of weather; the snow, the rain, the biting cold. Something (anything!) new from the 85 degree weather we’ve been having. Not to mention all the fires & such. It should be an abomination, I think, to be so hot with Thanksgiving a week away.
But… these are beautiful pictures, nonetheless! ;]
Marelisa responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 4:59 pm →
Hi Vered: I spent some time with my nephews this weekend and I went to the Country Club to sit in a ranchito (like a little hut with no walls, just four columns and a roof) next to the pool overlooking the ocean (with my sudoku puzzle book). I ended up ripping a few of the pages out and giving them to an older gentleman who came up to me to tell me how much he loved sudokus
Unfortunately it started to rain, so I got a bit wet. I miss having four seasons so much (sigh). Your weekend sounded awesome, I’m glad.
MomGrind responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 5:15 pm →
@ Mark: Maybe you should move to California.
@ veena: Sounds like a busy weekend!
@ Patricia: I’m SO glad you’re feeling better!
@ Jannie: “Computered.” I like this word.
@ RC Rambles: Haha @ “I might as well invest in a sled for my commute.”
Sounds brutal. I know many people really enjoy experiencing four seasons and a “real” winter.
@ Christina: Probably even warmer.
@ Becky: Bitterly cold doesn’t sound too good.
@ Lori: There seems to be Colorado patriotism just as much as there is California patriotism.
@ Andre: You DO get spoiled. It’s so true. Our definition of cold is vastly different than that of anyone who lives on the East Coast.
@ Bamboo Forest: I never lived where it gets truly cold, but I ski every winter, and as much as I love skiing, the cold is a huge turnoff.
@ apricot tea: I so can’t relate.
You sound like you belong in a place that has four seasons and a real winter.
@ Marelisa: Sounds like a good weekend, despite the rain.
Evelyn Lim responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 7:09 pm →
Wow….what lovely weather!! Awesome photos!! I need to plan a trip to SF soon!!
Mia responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 9:12 pm →
I got your tweet over the weekend about the weather while I was stuck inside a huge cement building, far away from windows while the weather outside could have challenged yours for greatness. Luckily, I had today, which was refreshing…and I got to spend it with my kids – bonus!
Barbara Swafford - Blogging Without A Blog responds:
Posted: November 17th, 2008 at 9:44 pm →
Hi Vered – California does have beautiful weather. The sunshine is marvelous, as are the sights in the Bay Area.
We, too, had beautiful weather this past weekend. Sunny and in the high 60′s low 70′s. I know winter isn’t too far off as the mountains are capped in white, but we took advantage of the warmth and spent most of the weekend outside. It was lovely.
Adrenalynn responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 1:34 am →
Oh! Now I hate you just a little bit
We’re not exactly shoveling snow over here in Norway atm, but it’s cold, it’s raining, and I’m so fed up I could move right this second. I love fall colours and that first smell of winter and smoke coming from people’s chimneys when I go outside. Unfortunately, rain is all we’re getting over here right now. We even had so much rain over the weekend that we got a flood warning in my city. And this part of the country is used to rain, so that doesn’t happen very often…
But I hope you enjoy the weather and the lovely colours! They’ll be gone soon… Love that photo of the peacock, too
My internet connection has been down for the past couple of weeks, and I’m just now starting to catch up with my reading… it’s been a pleasure reading what you’ve been up to since I’ve been busy trying to find something useful to do without my precious internet!
Ross responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 4:58 am →
Hmm, well HERE’S something inspiring for you! : I spent my entire weekend working in a busy emergency department, which ended with manually bagging / intubating a 3 year old girl…. That park is looking pretty nice right about now!
Jess Sanders responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 7:04 am →
I’m with Becky – here in MN we’re getting out the scarves & mittens (OK, everyone else has already done so, I’m dragging my feet making the summer/winter wardrobe switch
. We definitely are closer to the first picture than any others!
While I am super jealous of that beautiful weather, I’m also excited to go walk on a lake soon!
Dot responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 9:16 am →
I didn’t leave the house this weekend, spent the entire time sleeping or watching TV. This week we’re having highs in the 40′s, lows in the 20′s. it’s a bit early for that in the DC area, but it happens. Your pictures are stunning. And you look so cute!
When I was researching where to live after I vowed to leave New York 24 years ago, I concentrated on days of sun as a criterion. California had the best scores, but I had been to California twice in my life, and both trips ended in total disaster, so I didn’t think it was the place for me. I ended up giving up the sunshine for other things, but not without regrets.
Friar responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 12:03 pm →
Right now. I’m looking out the window, and it’s grey, and there’s 4 inches of snow on the ground.
I get off work at 5:00, and it will be dark by then.
And it’s supposed to drop to 1 degree tonight (Fahrenheit).
But I REFUSE to shovel my driveway.
NOT in November, dammit!
(There…does THAT sound less fun that what you’re having?).
Sara at On Simplicity responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 12:22 pm →
I’m a big believer that you can be happy anywhere. But living in a place you love does make it a lot easier, right?
Tracy responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 1:10 pm →
Gorgeous! We’re having a cold spell right now, so I’m more than a bit jealous. That’s okay, the envy will warm my frostbitten fingers and toes back to life.
MomGrind responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 4:43 pm →
@ Mia: Yup, my weekend was better.
@ Barbara: Weekends spent outside are the best.
@ Adrenalynn: Wow, 2 weeks with no internet. That must have been challenging, but hopefully it was also a positive experience.
@ Ross: Wow. I hope the little girl is OK.
@ Jess Sanders: There are definitely pleasures in real winter.
@ Dot: “I had been to California twice in my life, and both trips ended in total disaster.” Hmm… now I’m curious. You should blog about it.
@ Friar: Yup, sounds less fun. Thank you.
@ Sara: I know, and I agree with you to some extent, although I still think a very cold, long winter would affect my mood.
@ Tracy: Haha glad I could help.
J.D. Meier / Sources of Insight responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 4:53 pm →
When I first scanned the pics I thought – wow, it was a snowy day in CA, but then the sun came out so you took your pet peacock for a lunch of cookies in the park. Then I read the text.
It sounds like you had a great weekend and you have an attitude of gratitude. That’s great to see because the sun isn’t always yellower someplace else. The more I take road trips around the US, the more I appreciate homebase. That said I really love checking out the culture and climates across the country. Variety is my spice for life.
My weekend was less fun than yours, but it’s all good.
Dr. Cason responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 6:16 pm →
It was hot here in Guam.
I had clinic on Saturday
Then two birthday parties.
Swam with the kids on Sunday.
Then burgers at our place on Sunday evening.
Would love a little cool air, autumn leaves and even wiping snow off the windshield right about now.
BTW- thanks for the advice regarding communities!
Squawkfox responds:
Posted: November 18th, 2008 at 9:15 pm →
I live in Canada.
Don’t rub it in.
OK, rub it in.
Natural responds:
Posted: November 19th, 2008 at 4:31 am →
ah Vered, you can’t rub our noses in it.
it’s 30 something degrees in NJ right now. I hate the cold and rather be some place warm. eventually we’ll pack it up, but right now we have to suffer. when the snow comes, i’ll be crying.
weekend was spent mostly in the house, trying to say warm.
David "CrazyKinux" Perry responds:
Posted: November 19th, 2008 at 8:52 am →
Being way up north in Montreal, Canada, these photos are just too cruel! But I do get to sing “I’m dreaming of a White Christmas” while looking at 5-foot snowbank every year! Oh well!
Christina Narciso responds:
Posted: November 19th, 2008 at 9:46 am →
Beautiful color of the leaves! I’m officially envying you right now!
I spent my weekend sunbathing at the coves here in Hawaii. But I do miss the winter cold and the changing of the seasons back in the mainland.
Grace @ Sandier Pastures responds:
Posted: November 19th, 2008 at 10:28 am →
Same here in Dubai, Vered. We have cloudless blue skies and a tank top weather!
MomGrind responds:
Posted: November 19th, 2008 at 1:27 pm →
@ J.D. Meier: Glad you read the text.
I am trying to be more grateful and less whiny.
@ Dr. Cason: It’s rarely hot or cold here in NorCal. It’s usually either warm or cool. I like that.
@ Squawkfox:
@ Natural: Hope you get to move someplace warmer soon.
@ David Perry: I often suspect that White Christmas sounds more romantic than it actually is.
@ Christina Narciso: I miss Hawaii.
Kristy responds:
Posted: November 20th, 2008 at 1:54 pm →
Oh how I wished I lived in California…too bad my hubby is content living where we are…UGH…I hate the winters here!
Scott McIntyre responds:
Posted: November 21st, 2008 at 10:54 am →
Wow, Vered! No wonder you love California… it’s stunning
I think I mentioned before that I’ve been to California twice on two separate occasions when I did car tours of West USA.
These trips took in Arizona, Nevada, and California.
I toured round Los Angeles, Big Sur, Carmel, Monterey, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe… finishing up again 4 weeks later… after calling in on Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon and San Diego on the way.
I have to confess- I am a Californiaphile too!!
isy lomeli responds:
Posted: December 10th, 2008 at 2:00 am →
omg i love this! and i agree. I was in a bad mood but reading this cheered me up!