Bits and Pieces

April, Friday 13^th

Unsure as to what our day had in store for us weather wise we decided just to play it by ear.  Our first stop along Hwy 1 was Hearst Castle.   I had received mixed reviews about whether it was worth the money to see.  We have both concluded that the drive up there and the castle including the grounds were indeed worth the 25 a head. 

After leaving the castle we were still debating whether or not to hotel it or chance it and camp. So far most of our spats seem to happen when we are driving.  Mike likes to have an address and know exactly where we are going and how long it will take us; me on the other hand will just drive in the general direction and check out the map a few times.  I admit his way is much more efficient.   So at this point Mike was going crazy not knowing where we were going, so in a panic I try to hurry and figure it out.  Picture this, me in the front seat with so many bags at my feet I can only keep one foot down at a time with two maps on my lap, the campground book, both our cell phones and Naggie.  I don’t know how but we made it to Kirk Creek campground in Big Sur.  Now did we stay here…… No.  It was almost full and very windy up on the bluff.  We thought we had scored with the perfect site; it had a little cove to protect us from the wind and the rain that was on its way.  Sure enough as soon as we set up our tent the ranger came by to tell us that was already taken.  We had two choices one open on top of the bluff with the gusty winds and dark gray clouds on their way or go check out the campground we already passed.  On the road again it was!  The campground was perfect, tucked away in the woods a bit but the ocean was just across the street.  While Kirk Creek had some million dollar views, I am glad we went to Plaskett Creek Campground; we stayed warmer but still were able to walk to the coast.  The rain did come but this time we were better prepared with a tarp and everything packed away.  The drive up the 1 is so amazing!!  A few turns but each side of you just takes your breath away!  A rocky coast with aqua blue water on one side and green hills on the other side, if you have the chance make the dive you will not regret it!

on our way to the coast

love the rolling green hills

We think Ireland will look something like this

Nature does cool stuff:)

Love how the fog just sits 

What a view from the castle

can you imagine all the people I could have over

knuckles to the little guy

we think we are fun:)

Wish I could have gone for a swim!!

What a front door!!

If you don't like swimming outside you can always come in.

Just a little place

on a little hill

Just down the way from the castle the beach is lined with seals!!

so sweet

love to play

this was the right choice for us:)

This time we are ready for the rain

but till then we will walk to the beach