Hollywood
December 19, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
I left Justin's house and walked the strip. I saw most of the famous sights. I got asked if I wanted a tour about every two minutes. Then I drove out hike to the Hollywood sign and couldn't findRead more
Rodeo drive
December 19, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
I drove down the fancy shopping strip just to say I've seen it. I was going to walk it, but I didn't realize how long rodeo drive is and parked on the opposite side of the plaza. I drove over to saveRead more
Peppermint chow
December 19, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 13 °C
I went to a couchsurfing ugly Christmas sweater party minus the ugly sweaters. Everyone was awesome. I met people from all over the world and my peppermint chow was a hit.
The outlets
December 20, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
I went shopping with my host for new sneakers and possibly a watch. No purchases, but I got to see huge lines to get into stores and a really big Christmas tree. Gettingng into the holiday spirit.
Beach of a thousand steps
December 20, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
One of my hosts recommended I check out this beach in Laguna. It was nice, but awesome once I found the cave you can walk through to see the tide pools. I would have explored more if it was low tide.
San Diego sunset
December 20, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
I left the beach and rushed over to see my first sunset in San Diego. I went to La Jolla beach. It sounded fun and was so pretty. The colors were amazing.
Torrey pines
December 21, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
I went on a walk on the beach heading south. I ended up in the state park and hiking for several miles. It was nice, but I was so not dressed for hiking. The beach was pretty to look at though.
Cabrillo monument
December 22, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 16 °C
The weather wasn't as good as yesterday, but we still get out and explored. We went to see the monument. It's ok, not great and definitely much better without the rain.
Guilty free
December 24, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
I went out to get dinner for us and found my favorite ice cream at the store. It's been years since I could find it. I sat down at the bench ate my sandwich and enjoyed my dessert while watching theRead more
Christmas
December 25, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
I spent Christmas with Michael. We went to a diner in the morning. I got to have my first chicken and waffles and a black and white cookie. We took a walk along the beach. A bit chilly with the wind.Read more
Rimrock Ranch
December 26, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 2 °C
JK set me up with my own cabin at this beautiful ranch. Really great people. The decor even reminded me of home a bit. I made that latch hook cactus too.
Pappy and Harriet's
December 26, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 2 °C
JK recommended I check out this world famous place. It was pretty cool, but the band for the night was awful. I couldn't take it. I had to leave.
Round two
December 27, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 0 °C
I went back to Pappy and Harriet's tonight and the band was so much better. What a difference it makes when you like the band. The Hot Fudge Sunday's. Good stuff.
Desert
December 28, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 9 °C
I was driving through and saw desert and more desert. It's everywhere!
Joshua Tree
December 28, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 3 °C
I went to the park and hiked a few paths. The weather was nice once I started moving. The trees were really awesome to look at.
Death valley
December 29, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 11 °C
I got to the park. I don't see the appeal, but I went to the lowest point in the US. I was all the dry land and headed out towards Vegas.
Red rock
December 29, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 4 °C
I drove out to the park and checked it out. I really liked it there. I climbed halfway up, but went down because the sun was going down. Beautiful sunset.
Fremont street
December 29, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 3 °C
Sebastian took me to see downtown. Very cool place. Great environment and lots of excitement. I really liked it down there.
The strip
December 29, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 2 °C
Sebastian brought me over to the strip for the very first time. I was so taken back by how grand everything is. I thought we walked must of the strip and he said not even half, but I was ready to go.Read more
Red Rock take two
December 30, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 4 °C
I went back to the park with Sebastian and we started to climb the first one without much luck. Then we went back to the one I started to climb the day before and made it to the top. It took a fewRead more
Valley of fire
December 31, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 8 °C
I went with Greg through Lake Mead to Valley of Fire. It was a pretty drive. We did two hikes and I got to see the Indian drawings. The hike was fun once we started scrambling the rocks and I got toRead more
Dinner time
December 31, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 3 °C
I stayed to have dinner with Greg, Bill and his girlfriend. It was a huge and delicious feast that ended with peanut butter pie. It was very yummy and my belly was super full.
Vegas New Year's
December 31, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 1 °C
Greg dropped me off and I met up with Sebastian and his cousin. We walked the strip and people watched. I finally decided to stop in front of the New York New York for the countdown and fireworks. ItRead more
The Phoenix
January 1, 2016 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 3 °C
I went with Greg, Bill and his girlfriend to see this lounge act. Good music. Elise and I went up and started dancing when I took this picture. It's hard to tell, but the guitarist gave me the finger.Read more
Hoover dam
January 2, 2016 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 12 °C
Greg and I went on the historical railroad trail to the Hoover dam. 7 miles roundtrip. Nice hike, but there was no state line to stand over. A Nevada clock and an Arizona clock. Does that count asRead more