A Sisters Weekend

A few short weeks ago I traveled to Half Moon Bay to visit my older sister Ashley, before she embarks on her incredible journey to Thailand {totally jealous}.
Half Moon Bay is a small town right outside of San Francisco and one I very much enjoy visiting. Her house is tucked away at the top of a quiet mountain surrounded by an endless array of fog. It's definitely one of the beautiful places I've gotten the chance to see. I also love visiting because it means I get to partake in the 'San Fransisco' and 'Santa Cruz' life... visit cute coffee shops, partake in being a beach bum whereever, whenever, and dance my heart out with complete strangers at blue grass festivals. Ashley always takes me to the best places and the most breathtaking spots that make me all the more appriciate this beautiful life. Here are a few photos that make my heart happy. I hope you enjoy!

 

Kombucha. If you have not yet tasted this, run to the nearest Whole Foods or market now. Amazing!

I made Ashley and my brother Jason a delicious breakfast using vegetables from Ashley's garden. I must say it was quite wonderful and I am not much of a cook.. {it must have been the fresh California veggies}.

hello there, arroyo grande

Happy Monday!

While driving to California with my family yesterday, I caught myself thinking about how many families are actually fortunate enough to take a vacation in the summer time, or if anytime at that. I tend to overlook how incredibly blessed I am to have a happy, healthy family who is able to travel together. I know that many are not as fortunate. 

With this, I am reminded of how precious life is and how easily it can be taken for granted if the little things are not recognized and cherished.

My family and I stopped at the cutest little farmers market, a little off the road, in Arroyo Grande. This is what I love about Northern California... organic goods everywhere!

This spot was at my uncles house, way up on the top of a hill, I found it absoluetly breathtaking. A great place to relax with a cup of tea and a special book.

Bruschetta.

 Every Italian knows that this dish is a must before or with dinner.

If you haven't tried it already.. I would suggest putting it on the list. It is delicious!

nothing but antiques

Last week, I traveled to El Paso and got the chance to visit this extraordinary antique shop near by in New Mexico. I immediately fell in love. Everything was so unique and so fascinating. I was absolutely intrigued by the fact that there were probably fifteen old fashioned stoves in the shop and each one was built so differently. I took a million pictures to try and capture a small bit of this incredible place. I hope you enjoy these few!

Talk about craft heaven!