Since I'm leaving my poor hubby & our little pup, Domino, alone for 4 weeks, I thought a little weekend getaway was in order. It was actually part of Elliott's birthday present (along with tickets to the Packer game last weekend). I booked us a couple of nights at a pet-friendly beach hotel in Dana Point.
Because the weather was supposed to be rainy we changed our plans and only stayed Friday night, but managed to do a few fun things on Saturday before the rain came down. After breakfast we headed to Doheney State Beach. It was pretty much deserted so we let Domino run around off-leash chasing birds, Elliott, and sniffing everything in sight. When we'd had enough of that we drove south to San Clemente and sat outside at our favorite little cheese/wine/beer shop. After enjoying a cheese plate & some libations, the rain started coming down so it was time to head home. It was Domino's first road trip of any consequence and I think she did pretty well with all the upheaval.
Since we weren't gone all weekend, I made reservations for the beer week small plate dinner at the best little chocolate shop in town and we had a great evening out, indulging in some of the amazing food Will thought up for November's menu.
Today dawned sunny & bright so we went out for a 30 mile bike ride along the coast with Fred this morning - we'll see if I get out again next weekend before taking off for Addis. Then, list in hand, I went out yet again to try to finish shopping for the trip. I struck out at the first stop, but managed to get a bunch of things crossed of the list. 7 shopping days left!
It was a good weekend - over too quickly as usual. One more before Debbie, Joan & I head off on our adventure, volunteering in Ethiopia.
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