First let me begin by saying that this trip was just under a week long and so I will be dividing our trip by days because by now you all know that I just can't post a few pictures, too many beautiful places and fun things to do in San Diego that it's just not possible to post only a handful. Besides I want to break it up for you or else you will grow tired of the never ending post if I would chose not to.
Day 1 - June 30, 2011 - Thursday
We had planned on being on the road by 5:00 am but this time around it simply was not possible, so we were an hour behind schedule ... not too bad right? I knew this road trip would be different because it was Riley's first long road trip which meant we would need to make rest stops and make sure he stayed content.
The morning was quite warm, mid 80's ... already! with scattered clouds all around. We even brought our goldfish Chance along that we placed in a pickle jar with a few holes on the lid. I'm just glad we loaded the truck the night before.
Here we are an hour into our road trip and guess who needed a diaper change? So Jacob had to exit the freeway and pull over on the side of the road.
Thought it looked pretty with the mountains in the background.
Refueling in Yuma and getting the windshield rid of all those yucky splattered bug guts.
The kids wanted to drive through Coronado and so we did. Thought we made good time considering we were an hour behind schedule. Arrived here at 1:45 pm.
All way in the back is Point Loma, center part is Coronado Island and the San Diego bay.
The Coronado Bay Bridge
The Thursday before 4th of July and Coronado was already packed with tourists. I LOVE the atmosphere here. The locals are very friendly.
These are the Coronado Shores Condominiums located South of the Hotel Del Coronado. There are 10 - 15 story buildings which have over 140 units in each. They were built in the 1960's & 70's. It is said that each unit has the view of the water, whether it's the bay or Coronado Beach. Now, that is pretty awesome! Not to mention NOT having trouble looking for parking. Those are some lucky people living there.
We are now on the Strand out of Coronado. This is where the Navy Seals train and they were actually on the beach training on this day. Took some pictures but they came out very blurry, sorry.
After Coronado we stopped at my favorite taco shop. My most favorite thing to eat here are the rolled tacos (some of you may know them as flautas). They are the most yummy I have ever had, no other place comes close!
Waiting for our food. Riley has a blank look on his face in both this picture and the one before. It's hilarious! He's probably thinking "where am I". (we were not in the hood, I promise)
Here's Nathan eating some rolled tacos. I of course add tons of salsa, soo good! Seeing these pictures is making me crave some.
Riley meeting grandpa(my Dad) for the very first time and look at his arm over grandpa's shoulder, so sweet. And yes, my Dad loves to buy movies, DVD's and VHS. I must have gotten that from him.
My sister Claudia and Mom. Riley's probably thinking, "Hey, I remember you".
Just hanging out with Grandpa.
Later in the afternoon we hung out at the beach for a bit. As we were crossing the street to get to the beach side we came across this van.
My goodness ... You think the owners of the van got stuck in the 60's? Too funny.
The beach we were at is called Imperial Beach, I.B. for short. I guess I.B. has it's proud resident hippy, lol.
Sydna and Nathan on the pier.
"It's too bright Daddy!"
Me with handsome Nathan. Jacob was so nervous taking this picture. He always stresses when one of the kids gets too close to the edge of the pier. I wasn't too worried. If one of them (as in Sydna or Nathan NOT Riley) happened to fall in the water there were plenty of surfers & lifeguards that could have rescued them.
With the little guy now. Oh, he LOVED the ocean. He became so excited once I got him out of the stroller and was able to see the water. He began to kick his legs and smile.
There's a restaurant at the end of the pier and it was crowded.
There was also quite a bit of people fishing. They were mostly Filipino. They were fishing for ...
...mackerel. Jacob asked one of them if the fish were tasty and one Filipino lady said no but that if you know how to cook it right it doesn't taste that bad, lol. And that it's also a pretty healthy fish to eat since it has very low levels of mercury.
That cool building there is the Sheriff's Department.
Riley enjoying the view ... and Jacob better had been enjoying the ocean, shoot!
And here I am eating my favorite junk food, NACHOS with lots and lots of jalapeños! ... and I sure enjoyed them too!
Here with my brother who is ten years older than me.
Although it was a long first day of our trip I wasn't tired. I always enjoy my time back home. There is always so much to do but never enough time to do it all.
Stay tunned for day 2 ...
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