Sunday, February 24, 2013

Life These Days....


             These days I have really been exploring where I live. Going on as many back roads
                           and off beat paths. I have to tell you...It's been very dreamy.


                           I stop and pull over on a very busy road and take in the beauty.




On these journeys - you have to stop and grab a cupcake or 4.


                  A twisty road on - Mulholland Dr. and you see the famous Hollywood sign.



                                             Having a tasty lunch is a must - of course.


                                 A little Rodeo Drive is good for the soul once in a while.


The Valley View


                              The evening sky is a vision of beauty that... I can't get enough of.

43 comments:

  1. Courtney@SDBFebruary 24, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    Love the first and last pictures!

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  2. BrandiFebruary 24, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Your pictures are amazing!

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  3. Simply LKJFebruary 24, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    Amazing pictures. Such breathtaking views!!

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  4. AntiqueChaseFebruary 24, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    great photos

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  5. EricaFebruary 24, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    awesome pictures

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  6. Tiffany @ Savor HomeFebruary 24, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Gorgeous!!!!

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  7. Dining AloneFebruary 24, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    What absolutely gorgeous photos!! That pasta dish looks amazing.

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  8. Ali RichardsonFebruary 24, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    SO gorgeous Val!! Yay for SoCal!

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    California is absolutely gorgeous! I hope to see the beauty for myself someday.

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  10. UnknownFebruary 24, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    So pretty! I do the same thing here in New York when I get the chance. I can't wait for Spring!

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  11. Our French Inspired HomeFebruary 24, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    Great surroundings. In Indiana as soon as you leave town you are surrounded by bean and corn fields. No run in with a cupcake shop, unfortunately. -Tonya

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  12. MILEXFebruary 24, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    you are incredibly amazing

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2013 at 5:09 PM

    So pretty :)

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  14. 17 PerthFebruary 24, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    Gorgeous photos! And don't blame you one bit for getting 4. ;) Exploring is one of my favorite things---especially backroads and random stores and restaurants. Definitely had some great---and some really bad places. Haha. But worth it!

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  15. The Hall FamilyFebruary 24, 2013 at 7:35 PM

    I just love this post! I think I take California for granted; especially SB. You have inspired me to go explore!

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  16. RachFebruary 24, 2013 at 8:26 PM

    Oh my goodness, what a beautiful place you live! Gorgeous photos!

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  17. UnknownFebruary 24, 2013 at 10:04 PM

    I love these pictures, Val!!! We are so lucky to live in CA :) If only I were closer to a Sprinkles...

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  18. JamieFebruary 25, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    Those cupcakes look delish!

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  19. amanda persingerFebruary 25, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    So, so beautiful! Makes me want to go out for an afternoon drive around my town.... It's nice to stop and look at all the beauty around you.

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  20. JacquelineFebruary 25, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Val, if I could live anywhere in the world, it would be here where you live! It truly is Paradise! Thanks for the beautiful photos. Makes Utah look like a barren wasteland (but with mountains!)

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  21. teresaFebruary 25, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    you're making me SO excited to move to cali!

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  22. Becky {This Is Happiness}February 25, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    So many amazing sites! Absolutely gorgeous photos!

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  23. TraciFebruary 25, 2013 at 1:34 PM

    Gorgeous pictures!! The food looks amazing! Not to mention I'm starving!

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  24. ShaunaFebruary 25, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    Yes, a cupcake or four is right. :) Val, I grew up so close to where you live! My dad lived in Thousands Oaks. Aren't you in Malibu? T.O. is just right over the hills from you. I love hwy 1. We've camped along it, biked it, drove it, I love it. And our favorite place to hike was the Santa Monica Mountains for sure.

    I have a really good restaurant recommendation. On your next fancy occasion, birthday, anniversary, etc. there is a place in Topanga Canyon called The Inn of the Seventh Ray. It is so awesome!!! It's got a green, hippy, granola vibe. And the food is very unique and fantastic. We always went for Mother's Day brunch with my dad's side of the family, his mom. Not only is the food good, the place itself is so interesting. I bet you'd love it. Take care,

    Shauna xoxo

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  25. TriciaFebruary 25, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    I want to go on vacation...or move...after seeing these! Great photos, Val :)

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  26. Kitchen BelleiciousFebruary 25, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    are you kidding? Did you really take that last pic? Its incredible

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  27. Erica | cupcakes and coffee breaksFebruary 25, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    Ha, cupcake or 4. That is the story of my life! These photos look great!

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  28. UnknownFebruary 26, 2013 at 5:15 AM

    Sigh...this definitely makes me miss SoCal even more! Fab photos Val!

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  29. CourtneyFebruary 26, 2013 at 1:13 PM

    Your photography is so beautiful. I can see why you love Cali:)

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  30. Elle SeesFebruary 26, 2013 at 1:51 PM

    Such great pictures

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  31. Jennifer @ Delightfully NotedFebruary 26, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Your photos are always gorgeous but that first and last one are to die for!!

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  32. AshleyFebruary 26, 2013 at 7:13 PM

    These are such pretty pictures! Cupcakes (or 4) are of course necessary when exploring the town!

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  33. KrisFebruary 26, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    Those are beautiful shots! We do live in a beautiful place, don't we?!!!
    xo Kris

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  34. Mrs. PancakesFebruary 27, 2013 at 3:51 AM

    Dreamy indeed!! That spaghetti looked so yummy!

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  35. UnknownFebruary 27, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    so beautiful - where were those pictures of the ocean taken?

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  36. AnonymousFebruary 27, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    THESE PICTURES are just breathtaking!! Completely! I am going to look at them again and again!

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  37. LynneFebruary 28, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    We need to visit to Cali!
    ~Lynne
    w/L.

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  38. SavoringTime in the KitchenFebruary 28, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    I just came back from a week in Palm Desert in your gorgeous state :) Golf, shopping, staring at the beautiful San Bernadino mountains (snow capped last Wednesday). Your photos are gorgeous.

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  39. NicoleMarch 1, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    I LOVE the first 3 pics and the last! So pretty! <3

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  40. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    Your photos are gorgeous! I want to come with!!
    xxoo

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  41. navy and orangeMarch 4, 2013 at 9:42 PM

    gorg photos!

    xoxo navy & orange

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  42. Jamie KubeczkaMarch 5, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    I am in love with where you live. Can I be your neighbor please?!?

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  43. Tara {The Silver Lining}March 5, 2013 at 2:41 PM

    What gorgeous pictures, Val!! and such amazing sights to live so close to!

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