Who needs plans...

Its funny how the most enjoyable moments in life tend to be the things we plan the least or don't plan at all. Me and Di decided it was time we leave for a little getaway weekend.  Our only plan was our destination and the rest was unimportant.  It may have been fourth of July weekend, but even that was no concern to us (sorry America). So we packed the trunk, lightly I might add, and headed for the I5 straight to San Francisco!

The 5 was a pleasant drive, minus the freeway closures and construction. But thanks to some maps and a good fellow at the gas station we managed to avoid the madness all together and took a few other highways. The detour added to the adventure, especially when we stopped in the town of Wasco.  All we were missing were cowboys hats and some old western music playing in the background and we would have fit right it! 

Anywho, San Francisco never ceases to disappoint.  The weather was fantastic (speaking in San Francisco terms), the company was pleasant, and the food + coffee were delicious. 

Fourth of July might have just been one of the best holidays I've had in a while. A perfectly cooked breakfast at The Grove on Hayes, a delightfully roasted coffee at Ritual, and a spontaneous trip to Napa Valley, which is as incredible as everyone says it is. Garden walks, bocce ball (Andrei and I dominated!!), hardy burgers, local wine, and amusing company topped off our holiday.

Some photos from the rest of the weekend...

Fresh OJ!

Local Napa Sauvignon Blanc

The road trip back home! Stops: Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara.  These stops may have included a few additions, such as two stragglers headed to LA from SF ;).

...until our next getaway...

Love,
B + D