We just got back from our first road trip with JJ for 2026. It was a fun and interesting drive; starting in a place that JJ has already been to.
This time there wasn’t record heat and JJ enjoyed things more…..
And we did a couple of hikes and enjoyed the views….
And ate well…..
The next stop was one we had last visited during he waning days of Covid…..
And this is where JJ enjoyed hiking the most. And of course the views were fabulous.
It was interesting as we did a favorite hike of ours…but this time around…well, it was still icy.
Which JJ loved!
What he also loved was the place that served a Doggie menu; with a version of beef tartare he loved.
We actually returned the following evening….
On our previous visit, we hadn’t been too impressed with the food; but his time around…well, we found our spot.
Which served up a dish that is a favorite of ours; especially when we visit Paris, but is not allowed in California….
Definitely our favorite meal of the trip.
We’ll definitely be back!
Our last stop was a city; with definite retro vibes. We last visited back when we lived in LA. It had been a while and we recall not being particularly taken by what seemed a superficial, image driven vibe. But time changes things. And while there’s still a strong commerciality, we’ve come to appreciate the history…..
And of course everything with JJ in tow makes things more entertaining…..
Anyway, thanks for stopping by. We’ll be back to our regular programming tomorrow!