For the last few years, Calvin’s work had taken him to Southern California. In 2019, we were able to take a day to visit Disneyland with both of our boys. We’ve been feeling a little nostalgic and ready to visit again. In the meantime, we’ve gone through some of our photos and videos and put them together to remember the magic. I hope you enjoy some of the magic with us…
Read MoreEvery once in a while, you get to visit a place where it feels like you're transported to a completely different time and space. Palm Springs, CA is that place for me…
Read MoreWe made our way through the winding roads of the park, stopping as much as possible to record the beauty. Each cactus was so unique telling its own story. As I looked around at the open landscape of the desert, I could literally see for miles. The rays of the setting sun turned the desert colors into a visual symphony...
Read MoreWe were just in California and ended up spending half a day adventuring around Vasquez Rocks. It was a magical day! I love it when we're able to get outside on a day like this, in the fresh spring air and exploring new things...
Read MoreThere was a certain magic in the air as we walked down the shore of Laguna Beach. It was a unique balance of busyness and calm. There were so many beautiful homes, each with their own story to tell...
Read MoreAfter spending the day in Abbott Kinney, we decided to explore Venice Beach together and get our toes in the sand. We loved Venice Beach and I'm glad we stopped. The beach is my happy place and getting to explore a new one with my family made it an afternoon I never want to forget...
Read MoreCalvin, Emet, and I took a quick trip to southern California at the end of September. Calvin was there for work, but we were able to sneak away and see a few sights during some of his downtime. In this blog post I want to share the afternoon we headed over to the Abbott Kinney district...
Read MoreWe had large expectations for San Francisco and found it to live up to those expectations. The city was really unique. It was captivating to watch the trolleys and the buses all around the city. And, oh the housing!...
Read MoreThese are a few moments captured from our visit to Muir Woods and The Avenue of the Giants. There is something about standing next to one of these HUGE trees that puts you into a fresh perspective...
Read MoreThe fresh air, the smell of the ocean blowing in through the windows, and the ever-changing scenery engaged all of the senses and caused me to fall in love with the West Coast...
Read MoreWe didn't realize how rich in history this area was. We loved learning about how California became a state and all that was involved with the Gold Rush…
Read MoreCoffee Creek is out in the middle of nowhere and was a PERFECT location to "get away from it all." From our days relaxing by the pool soaking in the California sun, to the cool nights by the bonfire connecting with family members - the atmosphere was wonderful!…
Read MoreThere's nothing like the mountains. When you are surrounded by them, I love how they put you into perspective and make you feel small. They have a way of making life simpler. I love the fresh crisp air…
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