Saturday, August 22, 2009

it's golden!

although it may be bankrupt, it's still beautiful. that's right folks...i'm talking about my home state of california. the golden state. in a few days we are headed out there to visit my family. i am so excited and can't wait to introduce hunter to everyone! here is what i am looking forward to...

family & friends

the ocean with cliffs

lake tahoe...i like to call it paradise. kelly has never been. i can't wait to show him around...where i went to middle & high school, where i lived and all that fun stuff. i am pretty convinced he is going to fall in love with it. when people ask me if i like living here in the south better, i just tell them, "well, i moved from lake tahoe to goose creek." and that answers their question. don't get me wrong, south carolina is beautiful.

of course, how can you not be excited about cable cars, seafood, a beautiful bridge, and hills. i miss hills! hello san fran!

if you have never had the pleasure of tasting see's candies, i am so sorry!!! this stuff is my favorite chocolate ever. will definitely be picking some up!

in 'n out. i love this place. they even have Bible verses on the inside of the bottom of their cups. i mean...this is california we are talking about.

the best grocery store on earth. they have free samples, too. think whole foods only tens of dollars cheaper.

i'll try to keep you updated on all our fun! oh, have i mentioned the best part about this vacay? it's free! that's right. we used skymiles for our airline tickets and we will be staying with my family. we will spend some cash eating out every once and a while (but, i do already have some coupons to use for restaurants out there). overall, this is a very budget friendly trip. that makes me very happy.


carissa

2 {comments}:

Rebekah Jackson said...

All of the things you love is what I love about California too! Of course, the weather makes the top of the list. We haven't been to Tahoe yet, but can't wait. We've found a local chocolate shop that's made right here in San Jose that surprisingly beats See's, you'll have to try it while you're here. And yes, Trader Joe's is the best grocery store on earth! Healthy and cheap. It's actually the cheapest grocery store out here. Looking forward to seeing you guys.

Cindy Foote said...

your going to have so much fun! Take lots of pictures to show me when you get back to Chas.