My obsession with Pinterest peaked some time ago, but one board that's had me pinning regularly is the one I have to remind me of places we want to see within California (and L.A.). Yesterday I printed the compilation out, stuck it in a cheap IKEA frame that's been sitting around, and hung it near the kitchen so that next time we find ourselves twiddling our thumbs, or with a little money aside for a night's accommodation, the inspiration will be be right under our noses.
Whether it's somewhere nearby - just for an afternoon - or a little further out for a couple of days, here's a sample of what's on my list:
Big Sur
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| Source: une-deuxsenses.blogspot.com via Kristen Pinkham on Pinterest |
Hearst Castle
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| Source: sunsurfer.tumblr.com via Jill Braun on Pinterest |
Santa Barbara
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| Source: art.co.uk via k krantz on Pinterest |
Palm Springs
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| Source: poppytalk.blogspot.com via Christina Hjorth on Pinterest |
Joshua Tree National Park
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| Source: LA Times |
Echo Park, LA
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| Source: marcloresto.tumblr.com via Marc Loresto on Pinterest |
Getty Villa, Malibu
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| Source: LA Times |
One of the many Redwood forests
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| Source: allposters.com via Maddie Burke on Pinterest |
Yosemite National Park
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| Source: wallpaperweb.org via Sharon Yates Mayhack on Pinterest |
This is only a fraction of what's on the list - it should keep us busy, right? Not to mention all the fabulous photo opportunities. Stay tuned...
Oh man, just so much to see!
ReplyDeleteI totally get the relaxing all weekend but then wondering what else you might have done. But hey, weekends are sacred and relaxation is in short supply so it's a tough one.
Also, hauling kids around is fraught with danger - perfect days can turn to hell at the fickle hands of a child...particularly a toddler!
But I guess when you're in a foreign country with finite time to see as much as you can, it seems crazy not to take advantage. California is particularly awesome for being able to jump in the car and just hours later, be witnessing something breath-taking. Awesome.
The downside... yes, travelling with wee ones. I just try and remind myself that one day, they'll look back at the photos and - with any luck - might even have some nice memories. One can hope! F has a memory like an elephant; she truly does.
DeleteWe're thinking a weekend in Palm Springs is at the top of our list for now. Can't go crazy with nights away because of a trip to a certain land down under in August ;)