We spent most of the last week with Steve and Deidre (Aaron’s parents) at their beautiful home in Scotts Valley, just out of Santa Cruz. I’ve really enjoyed our time here in Scotts Valley, and Steve and Deidre have been taking great care of us. We also spent some time in Santa Cruz, eating excellent sushi and taking walks on the beach. Aaron is determined to eat as much sushi and Mexican food as he can, because it is hard to get both types of food outside of California.
Last Sunday, April 20 (our three month anniversary!) we drove up to Carmel and Monterey, which is about an hour from Scotts Valley. We drove the 17 mile drive, which takes you up the coast with stops along the way, such as the Lone Cypress, a tree embedded in an ocean cliff that has survived for 200 years. The Lone Cypress is a classic symbol of the region and is also the logo for the Pebble Beach resort.
After enjoying the beautiful scenery on this clear and sunny day, we made a stop at Pebble Beach, the famous golf resort nestled on the edge of the Pacific ocean.
Afterwards, we strolled around Carmel. Carmel was started as an artists colony, which is apparent from the plentitude of galleries that still line the streets of this small town. The town is very picturesque, and also very expensive! We ended the day with a great seafood dinner at the wharf in Monterey. While we enjoyed our clam chowder, we watched a mother otter teaching her baby to float by herself.
For the last several days Aaron has been busy packing and preparing for the trip, while I have been relaxing, reading, and looking at Aaron’s baby pictures with Deidre, much to his discomfort. I am sure the tables will be turned once we are in San Diego!
