To All A Good Night

I am off to San Diego tomorrow for Christmas vacation! Ed's parents live there, so we will be staying with them. I can't wait to feel 70 degree weather, and to spend time with his family. I definitely will NOT miss the blistering Chicago winter, but I will miss my friends and family here. I hope everyone has a safe and cheerful holiday this week!

Warm Weather Holiday!

This year (for the first time ever) I will be traveling for Christmas. I am going to San Diego to visit my boyfriend's family. I cannot wait to leave this frigid climate for a more temperate one as well as share in their holiday traditions!

I am hoping to skate on this intriguing ice rink by the beach (located at the beautiful and historic Hotel Del Coronado):

Chinatown

Below is a montage of some images from Chinatown in San Francisco. It is such a bustling and culture filled part of this beautiful city.  The unusual produce, the wide array of tea blends (I brought some of the adorable rose bud tea home), and the many enticing shops of unique merchandise are all part of what brings out tourists and locals alike.
















I completely fell in love with the Bay Area, and can't wait to go back. I have to say, my muscles that are used to this flat midwest topography had a bit of trouble walking the steep inclines of San Francisco! Through all my struggles, I had so much fun exploring the vastly different neighborhoods of the city that seemed to change from block to block - not to mention the lovely moderate weather and the delicious food!

California Bound

I am headed to California bright and early tomorrow morning for a much needed vacation! I. cannot. wait. We are renting a car to drive Highway One from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Here are some things I am looking forward to seeing along the way!: