California Roadtrip

Oh my...where to start on our incredible trip to northern CA with Johnny and Krista (Jeyson's brother and his wife). I can't even tell you how wonderful it was to have a real, several day vacation. We've taken over night trips in Brazil before, but it's been 2 years since doing a several day, just for fun trip. And this was our first time since our honeymoon taking a trip that didn't mean staying with family. This was so fun and so appreciated!





Johnny and Krista live in the L.A. area but we drove up to see Sequoia, Yosemite, and San Francisco.


The first stop was Sequoia....


Among the towering trees...

We felt like ants. Below is General Sherman...the biggest tree in the world in terms of volume.

There was so much to discover and see as we hiked around.

Look at the size of the base...and this wasn't even a "special" tree in the forest.

Probably the peak of the trip (pun intended :) was Moro's Rock. It was a pretty intense hike up but totally worth it!

Just breathtaking! I can't tell you how many times we said that!

Next stop: Yosemite There was so much to say here too but no words would do it justice. This is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen!

We hiked for hours...I was so sore the next day but it was worth it!

The next day we explored San Francisco which was a whole different kind of fun. Clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls. You can't go to San Francisco without trying one!

Followed by sundaes at the original Ghirardelli's where the make their own hot fudge sauce in the store. The only thing better than this:

Was this:

Yum!

We toured the docks and saw the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset

And of course, we followed the old song's advice....that when you're going to San Francisco be sure to wear some flowers in your hair :)

Ahh...what a wonderful day!

Driving home we went along the famous Highway 1. The best part was seeing the elephant seals that have a natural, undisturbed habitat along a certain point on the beach.

They were so adorable and each one with a different personality. This little baby wanted to come to Brazil with us....not sure how it would get through customs though :)

What a wonderful, refreshing trip. Thank you Johnny and Krista for showing us around your beautiful state!!