My travels in California is usually me, myself and I. It wasn’t the case hours ago. It’s me, ma and my grandma.
The prodigal son has returned. I drove 6 hours from Ventura to Alamada County to finally visit my parents and grandparents. As soon as I arrived, she complimented my health. But then, she offered me a seat and just started heating up three dishes, slicing fruits, uncorking wine and opening canned goods. I just couldn’t say it -I already ate on the road. Still, I stuffed myself with her hospitability. She may be 80 + but she is still mighty strong.
I then drove my mom, my uncle and Grandma further north to see The Golden Gate Bridge and to smell the fresh air in Muir Woods.
Sneak Peaks…
Future Posts on:
Muir Woods
Golden Gate Bridge
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey
Shell Beach
Categories: California, personal, Weekly Photo Challenge
The Sophomore Slump 
You’ll never regret the time spent with your parents, Rommel. It looks like today was well spent. That photo of you and your parents is sure to become a prized treasure as well. I wish I had more photos of my own parents, with or without me in them. I also really like that last photo of you standing in the tall (redwood ?) trees … kudos to the photographer on an interesting shot. 🙂
Hihi … It’s my uncle who took the shot … with his own gadget. 😀
Today, I get to see the famous bridge, a gateway to many who dreamed. I used to there before going to Texas. Always a beautiful memory. It’s true that a piece of your heart stays in San Francisco. Great post.
Ahihihi … I left my heart there … I drove through. I was expecting traffic. But not at all.
When were you here?
I meant, I used to go there…
You’re in one of my favorite places. I love SF, the Marin Headlands, and Muir Woods. What an amazing place. Have fun!
California sure has plenty to offer when it comes to sights and fun. You coming here…hehe
Been there, lived there, not coming again for a while! 😉
WHOA now! Hihi … Just loving the locations and thought why would anyone not want to come back. I know you have your reasons.
Great photos Rommel, and I agree, you will never regret the time spent with parents and grandparents. I lost both my parents at an early age and I love to see several generations of family enjoying each other’s company.
Ow … My work has assigned me to different places of the globe. Opportunities like these are hard to come by, so I took them out which they seemed to have enjoyed. Even the fact that I get to go home and see is enough.
How lovely that you got to spend time with your family! Love the last one, your uncle is very talented 🙂
That famous Golden Gate… I was there last night…. (in my dreams) lol. You must have a great time bonding with your family… 🙂
You’re a good son! Great images. 🙂
Good pics.
Thanks! I’ll expand these places in the near future. Thanks for coming by.
Great pics Rommel…love the last one. it will mean the world to her that you did eat…and good on you for keeping quiet
How can I stop her. For one, it’s been years since the last time I got home. Two, I think she really finds pleasure in serving me those plates. Three, I love being served by my Grandma, too. 😀 She’s a character. I’d be okay getting that old as long as I have the same energy and aura like hers.
Old people can be so cool. They have so much to give.
Sounds like a nice day. Your pics are gorgeous!
Many Californians boast about the weather. They do have reasons to, esp. here in SoCal. Activity-wise? It sure is nice to get reunited with families and be able to take them places.
Thanks for coming to my blog, 4rozebuds.
A day with loved ones is a day well spent. Good for you! 🙂
Very well put.
I love your photos ! I especially love this one, at first I thought they were Sequoia trees. :-))
I’m dying to go to Yosemite and Sequoia Park. It requires planning and time though. It’s okay. I get to see Muir’s splendid pieces. Thank You so much, leemajors for paying attention to my blog and commenting.
Thank you for posting them.. keep them coming :-))
ha! i did a double-take on your first photo – i took one last month from the same viewpoint! cool, huh? we must be shutter-siblings! 😀
Ahihihi. Oh shoot – this is taken by my uncle. I was the one driving, high in my Bucketlist and was so glad to accomplish it. I insisted my uncle to keep taking and taking picture as I drive. Hehe. Thanks so much for commenting. So you a Californian, then?
Thanks for dropping by my blog. It got me to yours! Great fun to read. From a SF mom