San Diego

(Isn't she gorgeous?  Wedding photo by The Youngrens)

Windows down on the PCH.  Poolside morning bellinis.  Communal crossword help.  Duck breast salad.  Playing Mafia with great friends.  Bouncey Dancing.  Watching two crazy kids get married.  Seals.  Beach side BBQs.  Gelato.  Goodbye tears in an Irish pub.

California might be heaven on Earth.

In case you missed it, here's some more West Coast Love: Los Angeles & Santa Monica.

Santa Monica

Sunset at The Georgian.  Ferris Wheel.  Sushi.  Brunch and (rocky) Bike Ride.  Malibu (no Barbie?).  M Street Cookies.  Venice.  Night caps.

In case you missed it, here's some more West Coast Love: Los Angeles

Los Angeles

Party in the USA lyrics.  Hollywood Hills.  Mulholland Drive.  Walk of Fame.  The Grove.  Farmer's Market.  Getty.  Zero Celeb Sightings (well, the girls saw Witherspoon's babies...).  Beverly Hills.  Make Life Plans that Involve California Mansions.  Jet Lag and coffee.

*Work has been very busy, and I know I've been neglecting you.  I was able to withstand the subtle guilt trips of Andrew, Allison and even my Mama.  But one email from my Grandma saying "I miss your blogs" and I crumble.  She's The World's-Best-Grilled-Cheese-Maker Grandma.  The Always-Has-A-Great-Book-Recommendation Grandma.  I can't say no to Grandma!

LAX

I'm California bound to watch my wonderful friend, Carly, get married.  I can't wait to see good friends - there are a lot of tackle hugs and laughing in my future.