Flying to California

October 11, 2018

We went on a spontaneous trip to Southern CA for my birthday last year.

I get really nervous about flying. I just don't like it so it takes some concentration on my part in keeping my mind busy. I brought along a word search and my current read along with a long list of my favorite music downloaded to my phone. For me, the worst part is take off.

I was relieved once we landed at LAX. We got a rental and slowly made our way down to Ocean Beach. We stopped at Hodad's for a late lunch (early dinner, same difference). We've eaten there several times before but the burger wasn't as tasty as previous times so I didn't finish it. Their vanilla shakes are SO darn good though!! Old fashioned vanilla is just the best!

After eating we continued driving South to my parents place. My sister is always so thoughtful. She got me this yummy cake for my birthday.

We had to head back up to L.A. the following day. We first stopped in Coronado. Jacob and I met at the Del so we wanted to stop by and reminisce. Coronado is so pretty, and the Del has been part of my life since I can remember.
I have a picture right at this same spot when I was about four years old and I also have a picture of my kids sitting at these same rocks when they were little as well.

Whoever made this sandcastle did a great job.

The Del
I like this outdoor hallway that faces a courtyard.

The landscape is so pretty here, throughout the resort.

The interior has changed so much throughout the years with the different owners. The best it has looked in my opinion is when I used to work there back in 1995. It was decorated as a traditional Victorian hotel, and that was what made this hotel so special. Now, the vibe is beachy modern. I guess that's what happens when a big corporation buys it. In some cases change is not always a good thing.

Here we are 22 years later and still loving each other intentionally. Always making sure that God is at the center of our marriage.

True contentment and full satisfaction

are found only within the covenant of marriage.