Last Thursday, was my 27th life anniversary. I planned our trip a few months ago when I purchased concert tickets to see Atoms For Peace at the Santa Barbara Bowl on the day of my birthday. Since we were going to be up north, I then had the idea of driving further up and finally drive Highway 1 (the scenery route to go north), stop for awesome Vista Points, go to Hearst Castle, the Mystery Spot, spontaneous adventures and finally stop over in Santa Cruz. Because it was my birthday weekend, I wanted to include my "2" and "7" balloons at any place that we stopped for a fun post. Of course, one them popped in the car, due to heat in San Luis Obispo, and we didn't find a party supply store to replace it.
As life would have it, we didn't have enough time to do everything on the list. John said that I wanted to do a lot in such little time (we had 3 days). We ended up stopping by Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, San Simeon Beach, Santa Cruz, Capitola, Watsonville and drive Highway 1! The Golden Coast is breathtaking.
Proud to live in California.




Outfit: trousers: Target; blouse, jacket: H&M (old); bag: F21 (old); shoes: Steve Madden (Gretta); sunnies: Céline
We arrived in Santa Barbara late afternoon. We ate amazing Mexican food and then headed for a quick photo shoot before the show and before the sun would set completely. This is in Downtown Santa Barbara.






I used an old H&M holiday ivory tulle dress and wore a chambray on top and did a knot at the bottom of the blouse. I wore a neutral waist belt to make it flow and added a statement necklace to add that chic touch.
Outfit: dress, necklace: H&M; chambray: Old Navy; varsity jacket, belt: Target; shoes: ZARA; sunnies: Céline






This was a Vista Point on Highway 1 in San Simeon.


Elephant seals on another Vista Point.













This gigantic slice of pizza is from Pizza my Heart in Santa Cruz. It was a delish piece of pie! Wish they had it down here.



Mud Pie! It's coffee ice cream with Oreos and Almonds!


This place is called Marianne's Ice Cream. They have a wonderful selection of ice-cream flavors. They're second popular flavor is Mud Pie. Thursday and Friday's adventures were great. Highway 1, however, was a long ride with many, many curves! Stay tuned for Sat & Sun.

The gang and I drove to Vegas and had an amazing time! We were in a three bedroom suite, went to lounges, fancy dinners, walked in style, drank all day, etc. Can't wait for next time!

Last weekend John and I spent it in Portland, OR. It was a quick getaway and we managed to walk part of it. It was cold and luckily it did not rain. We ate at breweries, rode the MAX, walked along the waterfront, ate donuts, and much more. Definitely going back.

Last month, we flew over to Canada for leisure. We chose Montreal because I wanted to see their foliage, however, it turns out we were a little too late. Note to self: mid to late October is foliage month.
p.s.
poutine is yummy!

Finally posting my pictures from London as part of my UK trip from September. We went to several different places including Abbey Road, Harrods, London Bridge, Picadelly Circle, Knight Bridge, etc. I loved their vibe and it is such a fast city.

Our next stop in this trip was Liverpool, the Beatles' home town. Not only did we stay the Hard Day's Night Hotel, we also signed up for their Beatles Tour. He drove us all around town to different sights, including John Lennon's birthplace and his house, Paul's school and house, Ringo's old and new house, George's birth/home place, Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, the church where Paul & John first met, Eleanor Rigby's and Father McKenzie' grave. It was an amazing experience that I will never forget.










our tour guide














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this is where Paul McCartney met John Lennon.

Father McKenzie's grave

this is where John Lennon grew up

Paul McCartney wrote most of his songs in this house


George Harrison's street








outfit 1: pants, necklace: H&M; blouse: New Look; shoes: GAP; blazer: MNG
outfit 2: blouse, jacket: H&M; jeans: AE; shoes: ZARA; sunnies: random shop at Melrose; necklace: F21
outfit 3: blouse: F21; skirt: Cotton On; sneakers: Steve Madden; parka: Cotton On; necklace: H&M

It's been a long break since I have last posted. It's been busy with lots of changes and an overseas trip. I finally gathered photos from our trip and am finally posting. The first city we visited was Glasgow, Scotland. We were there for 2.5 days and took the train over to Stirling Castle. I never thought I'd be visiting a castle ever. John made it happen though.











































The weather varied throughout our stay in Glasgow. It was sunny one day and the next day it rained for a little. The city was filled with brick roads, amazing architecture, history, green grass, blue skies, and cool taxis that I wished we had here. Their transportation system allows you to go EVERYWHERE! It was a lovely to be in Scotland.
Thanks, babe!
outfit 1: trousers: Target; blouse: F21; parka: Cotton On; shoes: Steve Madden; necklace: H&M
outfit 2: trousers: American Eagle; jacket: H&M; sneakers: Steve Madden; sunnies: Celine; t-shirt: Brandy Melville
thanks for reading.

these pictures were taken while Kansas City.








1: a cherry donut from Shipley's Donuts at the Houston airport
2: a cute puppy stuffed animal from UO
3: a Raspberry Lemonade cupcake from "Cupcake a la Modé"
4: Downtown Kansas City
5: Union Station, Kansas City
6: model railroad
7: John's great-grandparent's business
8: my outfit for that day
9: John's roots
10: on our way to KU, Kansas
11: KU's jayhawk
12: a famous bbq chain in Kansas City
13: my streetstyle outfit
14: a random girl at the Radiohead concert
15: concert photo
16: Thom Yorke
17: another concert photo
18: souvenir shirt
19: concert tee
20: leaving our marks in KC
21: view from our window landing in Denver

"I jumped in the river and what did I see? Black-eyed angels swimming with me." Just kidding...I saw Radiohead, my favorite band, perform at the Sprint Center in Kansas City. They day finally arrived and it was a beautiful and breathtaking experience, as always. It's my fourth time watching them perform live and they never disappoint.
I was also able to capture some footage. Take a look, if you're interested.






Other Lives [opening band]













photos by myself