Momo looking at seals sunbathing on the rocks.
Morro Bay Rock
Hearst Castle
With a visit from my mother, we decided to go south for a couple of days. Because California is so big, and the topography so diverse, just a couple of hours down south makes a big difference.
We played on several beaches that bring us different gifts from the sea than what we get here in Santa Cruz: moonstones, sand dollars, pebbles so smooth you want to bring them all home. And oh yes, they have seals just yards away from the shore. Nature at its best!
We also visited Hearst Castle, the infamous castle set on an enormously beautiful property overlooking the Pacific ocean. The castle itself was quite impressive. I was rather impressed with their set up as well: a very well-run operation that is tourist-friendly, but not gaudy. Hard to find these days.
On the way home, we drove up Coastal Highway 1, with no fog in sight. The unrivaled beauty of this area, also known as Big Sur, always impresses me. And everytime I wonder why we don't go down there more often. Note to self: go down to Big Sur more often!
What's more important is that the memories collected from the trip will be treasured always.
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