-Ojai. Wade and I learned about the town of Ojai in this random surf movie we saw several months ago. It's about 20 miles inland from Montecito (Sigh. Montecito. So dreamy), and since it was rainy Friday we decided to cruise up there and check it out. It was the most lovely, charming spot. I imagine the Garden of Eden would look similar, green and rolling, orange and avocado orchards, dirt trails leading to secret spots. A sweet little town, slow paced and good people. As soon as my buttons and t-shirts arrive I plan on throwing my campaign to move there into full motion. We went for a hike, strolled main street and grabbed lunch.
-Montecito. I'd really like to campaign to move to Montecito. It was breathtaking. But my last name isn't Winfrey, or Spielberg, or Kennedy, so I won't win. Always good to have something to dream about though right? You don't ever want to achieve ALL your dreams, then you would stop dreaming.
-An afternoon in the pool with Tessie. Her favorite part of the trip for sure. She laughed and splashed and fell into our arms off the side of the pool. We worked on creating all these new, fun experiences for her, but she really just loved the pool.
-Lunch with Jane. She's a lucky ducky and attends UCSB. We met for Thai food and had a great time chit chatting and catching up. She's cute as a button.
-The Rose Garden. They were pretty and smelled good.
-Walking with Tess. She is so into taking her steps lately. She is far from figuring out her balance and doing it on her own, but she loves us to hold her hands and do it with her. She gets so proud of herself, it's fun to watch.
-Donuts for breakfast. Everyday.
-Family run on the boardwalk.
-Watching this.
-Ventura. We stopped here on our way home hoping to find a sleepy, surf town with a great coastal vibe. We didn't. Ventura itself was a little disappointing, but we had a great walk on the beach and a great lunch before heading home. Tess however, seemed to find something worth writing home about.
-Just hanging out together. I know we can do that anywhere, but it's always a treat to do it somewhere new. We should do it more often.
8 comments:
oh her faces kill me. she is so stinkin cute. looks like a fun trip!
Oh that looks like so much fun. I love reading blogs of family members because I really feel like I know you more now. Your family is adorable. Can't wait to see you again!
Monticito, eh? Looks like a lovely place for a Grandma to visit! Your trip sounds great. Happy you could spend a relaxing weekend together. Love Tessa's tongue, as she concentrates on her walking. Love ya all!
Looks like so much fun! And by the way, your hair is looking fab these days! We need to get together soon, give us a call some time. Tessa is adorable as always.
Tessa? Get her in a magazine. And you too. Get in a magazine. The whole Wade family is darling.
P.S. I LOVE MONTECITO.
so jealous. and, i agree with julie. amen to that.
Absolutely beautiful. It looks like a little European village. I love the picture of little lady standing in front of the railing. So precious.
love that last picture of you all you look so happy and perfect!!! had a dream about you this afternoon while i was napping dreampt that we met in colorado at hotel to go skiing and hang out with the families of course. Miss you!
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