Wednesday, September 11, 2013

camping, chioppino and cold temps...

Mornings are so peaceful when you are camping.  I love the stillness and the quiet that surrounds you as the camp grounds slowly wake up.
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There was a chill in the air that could only be cured by a camp fire, hot chocolate and coffee.
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Forever frozen, I bundled up appropriately.
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We had a great breakfast spread to choose from...eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee cake, donuts, cereals...it was good!
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The only thing that remained were some crumbs and a few powdered donut mustaches on their satisfied faces.
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We took a little drive...
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and ended up having lunch at a popular little place in Moss Landing.
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Kevin ordered their famous chioppino which beat Bobby Flay in a throw down.  I believe the verdict was that the chioppino was good...but maybe not worth the high cost, massive line, and lack of seats.
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This particular day was quite a bit colder than the previous day's warmth and abundant sunshine.  Despite the overcast sky and chilly temps we ventured down to the beach.
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The kids stripped down to their bathing suits and braved the frigid waters... photo IMG_0667_zpsa75c8d2a.jpg
while the adults bundled up against the strong winds.
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You may think I am exaggerating about the cold since I am seriously always freezing but I have valid proof!  You know it was REALLY cold if even Chris was bundled up!
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Thankfully, the cold didn't stop the kids from having fun and finding treasures along the beach.
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They did eventually succumb to the cold and asked if we could please leave.
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Still more camping to come!

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