Brace, brace, brace.
Ooh, it’s soon. This time next week we’ll be on the lookout for Pinkberry whilst trying to stay on the wrong side of the road.
We have our Tamiflu. We’ve bought out the $2 store seeking in-flight entertainment. We’re holding US dollars and Ivy can’t stop mentioning Sleeping Bewdy. It seems we really are going.
I like to believe we’re calm and organized but the truth is, I’m feeling the beginnings of some inner pandemonium. At one point this past week the “to-do’s” became slightly shorter than the “have-dones” which was thrilling but short lived. I’m now running with four different lists and a whole lot of good intention. Wish me well.
Some of what did get crossed off today: Printing of the suggestions made here, all seventeen pages of them, thankyou SO much! I feel like I’ve consulted with eighty personal tour guides :) I love how often In N Out was mentioned! I guess that’s a must huh? I also loved the mention of an Alice in Wonderland store. That, I will be finding. We’d originally planned to stay around Orange County the whole time but after reading so many great ideas here, we’re going to travel around for the last couple of weeks and explore.
Here’s some of pics of the gorgeous cottage we’ve booked, purely for location alone and not for photo backdrop purposes, you understand. When I see these, I do get just a little excited!
And in answer to the questions about blogging while I’m away, this sweet abode comes complete with a Mac so blog, I will :) I do have a few more posts before the week is out though!
S x
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I wouldn’t want to leave that house! Hope you have a great trip.
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Have a wonderful time.
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Have a wonderful time. You won’t regret exploring north of where you’re staying. The highway along the coast holds some beautiful little towns and some gorgeous views. Can’t wait to hear about your adventures. I’m so jealous wish I was back there. It was such a wonderful trip, still leaves a smile on my face when I think about it which is often!!! Your comment about driving on the wrong side of the road is hilarious. Be safe, enjoy yourselves and come back with wonderful memories and fantastic photos. Lots of Love, Denise xx
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oh sheye. your trip sounds so wonderful. my sister lives in newport beach and her ceilings look just like your cottage there. aren’t they fantastic!! in ‘n out is a must stop – have yourself a double double. sinful. i can’t wait to see your gorgeous california shots – swing by boston on your way home!! xo
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Sheye! What a nice little cottage! How lucky!! Me so jealous!! Think Ivy will like the chandeliers in the bathroom?
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Oh yes I can’t wait to see vacation photos too! I don’t have a suggestion but a plea-pretty please do keep the awaiting fans (copy cats) of Sheye’s impeccable fashion sense for Miss Ivy updated on all the wardrobe lovlies you find! Happy vacationing and soon the packing and planning and stressing of forgotten items packed and lose ends tied up at home (at least that’s how I feel pre-trip)will be over and you will be just vacationing!
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gorgeous cottage!
Have the time of your life!!!
And please, TAKE LOTS of pics to share!
tara
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OH MY GOODNESS!! That cottage looks nothing short of fabulous!! Insane!! I am super jealous right now!!! Looks like it gets some great natural light too!! :)
I hope you guys all have a wonderful trip!! I am sure it will be far easier than you anticipate!! Happy and safe travels friend!
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This looks absolutely wonderful! I hope you have a great time and I hope you share your gorgeous cottage find at some point!
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EEK! I am SO jealous! I moved from CA almost two years ago and miss it everyday.
Enjoy your trip! :)
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all i can say about the pictures of your home away from home is yummy! looks like a lovely place to be! have a wonderful time, rosemeyer family!
emily
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You will love the natural light in Laguna and Newport. Great restaurants and shops, too. It’s been pretty overcast here in Southern California lately though. I hope it clears up before you get here!!
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The cottage is nothing short of phenomenal!! Good luck with getting everything done. I hope you and your family have the time of your life. Will be anxiously awaiting to see what amazing photos you capture.
Much love from NJ,
Sue
xoxo
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Lovely digs there! I hate you’ll have to rough it while on this side of the world. :-)
Looking forward to a vicarious, virtual trip through California!
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I want to go too!!
You’re going to have such a great time.
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Have fun!!!! Looks amazing:)
xo
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Beautiful house, wow how exciting….looking forward to photos…..Bless little Ivy – hope she gets her princess fix! Hope you have a fantastic time…..you so deserve this….you don’t need anyone to carry your bags do you….??????? Take Care.
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A vegetarian! I’m a vegan, and when I travel I use this site happycow.net to find vegetarian/vegan restaurants in the city I’m going to.
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Oh, this looks so great! Have a wonderful time.
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Oh myyy, Sheye, am I jealous of that cottage! That’s where I want to LIVE. :) In-n-out is pretty good- aren’t you a vegetarian, though? lol…well, you could always get some animal-style fries! Looking forward to your vaca. photos!
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Ooooooooh Sheye, how exciting!!
I will be excitedly awaiting blog posts of your adventure.
Have a great time. xx
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Oooohhhh, sounds like a wonderful time! Relax and enjoy the “getting ready” also! Blessing shi~
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You are so funny Sheye! lol
I’m so jealous!! So where exactly is this little adobe…I will have to go back and read some previous posts I think! Can’t wait to see photos and to hear about the trip, you write so so so well! Have fun and safe trip Sheye! :)
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Wow, that looks so incredibly beautiful! Can I meet you there?? ;) Have fun!
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Sheye.
We managed to get back home, after 4 weeks in Asia,-after 70 crazy hours traveling(Reason:Demonstrations at Airport)-with 3 crazy hazy kids. Which means, you should be quite able to arrive at your local Airport too!!! :) And, before that,- having a great holiday overseas!!! :)
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Oh my goodness, what an amazing cottage! Enjoy your trip :)
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Hi Sheye {sbs:)}
Oh how I wish you were coming a little bit east to Utah! You will have a wonderful time in Cal, though! Some people mentioned Carmel-by-the-Sea and Big Sur. Both are so charming and beautiful! It’s a long drive, however, from Orange County. Maybe you want to spend your time in So. Cal. There is so much to do there! Yet I’m thinking you said you will be there four weeks, so maybe you will want to go further north (or better yet, east! We’re only 10 hours away and you would have a place to stay!) I know Big Sur recently had some huge wild fires. Nepenthe is kind of a cool hidden restaurant with spectacular views of the Big Sur coast. San Francisco, of course, is wonderful. Your boys would love Alcatraz.
I agree with so many who recommend Newport and Laguna Beach. Corona Del Mar (right by Newport)is a fabulous beach for swimming. Fashion Island(outdoor mall)in Newport is amazing shopping.
My little kids (8 and under) absolutely loved Lego Land in San Diego. Not sure if your older son will enjoy it as much. Avoid weekends! Call Legoland beforehand and ask if any coupons are available anywhere. We called and were able to get 2 for 1 tickets at a nearby ice cream shop. Seaworld is also wonderful.
If you go to downtown LA, the Mexican restaurant El Cholo (www.elcholo.com)is a must. My parents, who grew up in Hollywood, have been going there for over 55 years and have taken us kids there for years, as well. Incredible enchiladas, chile rellenos, and sweet corn tamales. Note: the El Cholos on Western in LA and in Santa Monica are the best. For some reason, the others aren’t as great. Have a superb time, Sheye! You truly deserve it.
Lots of love,
Christy
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hmmmm, willing to share the details of the cottage…. perhaps heading to the west coast next year and would love the thoughts of spending some family time there….. magical!!!! thanks so much and enjoy your vacay!!!!
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wishing your trip was not a family vacation so we could take advantage of your photo skilz…purely for selfish reasons.
have fun in our neck of the woods!
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What a splendid cottage! You will have such a wonderful time! Sending you wishes for a nice flight.
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Sheye this just looks absolutely perfect…have a brilliant holiday and can’t wait to see the photos!
xx
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You are going to have a great trip! This post sounds like my own blog posts just a few months ago when we made the trek from Eastern Canada to Australia (Polar opposites). We traveled with a 4 and 2 year old. The in seat TV’s make the trip completely doable. The toys were mostly played with (balloons being a favorite) in airports and much coffee was consumed!
My only advice is don’t expect to sleep until you arrive. And by the looks of that cottage you’ll have complete relaxation when you do!
Have a great trip, enjoy every fleeting moment!
Charla
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Wow! Beautiful cottage! Please share the info for it if they will give you a discount for advertising ; ) It looks FANTASTIC! Hope you all enjoy an amazing trip!
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Where is that cottage you booked? It looks fantastic! I’m surprised Pinkberry is a tourist destination. You are right about In N Out however. That is one food place you definitely have to try.
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Oh My! Ash and I are sitting oggling at the photos….very jealous!
Shayne