Going back to Cali

A while back.....lets say in April...yes it was April I was blessed to have the opportunity to go back to Southern California.  The trip was full of many great adventures and a slumber party with my girl Ms. Ave.  My dear friends and colleagues the Travis's and I drove from Las Vegas to California and made a stop you must add to your list.  It's in Baker, CA just off of 1-15....

In all the years I've made the trip from Los Angeles to Vegas, To Utah and back I had never step foot in this store.  Boy- I've been missing out.  ITs AWESOME!  Every type of jerky, hot sauce, and coolness Baker, CA can offer.  When you go there make sure you bring coins and watch the alien ship take off.


Next stop we made was to check in the Travis clan to their hotel.  Guess where they stayed?

Although I didn't stay with them we hung out here.  What a great hotel!  The Hotel California feels more like a home.  It's one block from the beach in Santa Monica, walking distance to Main Street for good eats and it feels more like your own apartment vs. a hotel room.

When I go to Cali I usually like to stay with my "Sister" Steph and her hubby.  We we had the best time catching up and chatting like old sisters do.  We went to this amazing mexican restaurant in Redondo Beach...but you know what...I can't remember the name.  Sorry.  I'll blog about this find later.


Next stop on the Cali trip was a slumber party with my 2 loves...Ms. Ave and Lil' Liam.  I traveled down south and just played and played with them.  Aren't they cute?

Down in Cardiff by the Sea Ms. Ave took me to the most tasty donuts I've ever had.  VG Donuts!  The line is long but don't let that change your mind.  They move you quickly through the line and these handmade donuts melt in your mouth.  You have to get there early before they run out but with the location across the street from the beach make sure you just take a moment to stop and enjoy the view!  Ms. Ave loves it!

What do you do when you miss the last flight out of LA to head home?  You call someone you love and go hiking in the back bay of Newport Beach!  If you have not done this yet in Cali...ITS A MUST!  The trails are gentle, the sunset is breathtaking, but bring a coat.  The breeze from the hills is cold.

That catches me up for April....May is to come with great road adventures.  

xoxox

JJ