Just got back late last night from our San Diego weekend. A mom and daughter weekend we'll always remember. We had so much fun. We managed to make our way around town (GPS's are wonderful inventions) and enjoyed the city sights, although we wished we could have stayed a little longer... there is so much to do and see in this beautiful, oceanside town.
Who knew cyclamen could grow outside? I can't even grow it inside! It was perfect weather for our weekend-- mid 70 degrees.
We made friends with the local wildlife...
What a pretty pose.
We strolled along the beaches and the harbors.
And then we decided to get adventurous. We spent our first evening on a guided ghost tour, visiting San Diego's most famous haunted house and haunted spots. Gotta love a good ghost story.
The house was pretty spooky, but the black cat that ran across our path as we walked up to the haunted house really gave us goosebumps.
Our tour guides played their parts very well.
Our adventurous spirits didn't stop at haunted houses for the weekend. I really don't know what got into us this weekend-- but the next day we decided to head out to watch the whales. Yes, that's right. Ghost watching, followed by whale watching. Not even on my bucket list of to do items, but what the heck. It was an amazing four hour yacht ride. We sailed so far away from the shore; San Diego was only a tiny speck.
And boy, did we have a guide who knew how to play the part on our whaling tour. Captain Ahab in all his sea-fareing glory! He entertained us for four hours with his tales and knowledge of the sea. 
It was so fun. And we made it through without even getting seasick, 
although we were completely exhausted the rest of the day. Barely managed to dial the phone for room service... It seems we are not hardy, sea-fareing women... more like wimpy land-loving, boutique shopping women (ahem), but we DID IT!!!
The whales decided to pull a no-show, but the dolphins showed up in crowds for us. They swam and leapt through the air right beside our boat. They literally took my breath away. Don't we live on the most amazing planet?
At the end of our weekend, Ainsley hugged me and thanked me for everything. She said it was so nice just spending a weekend alone with me, because she hadn't had me to herself since she was five and her brother was born. I hadn't thought of how it might feel to be the oldest child in that way before.
I'm so glad we made time for this trip together.. I know we'll do it again, sooner next time.
Lots of love,
xoxoxo Kelly
oh kelly, it looks like you had a wonderful trip. how sweet that you two got to share that trip together. san diego looks beautiful - it's on my list. someday. karlie and i went on one of those ghost tours when we were in boston a few years ago. it was so much fun!!! thanks for sharing your trip with us. have a great day sweetie!
Posted by: traci | February 24, 2009 at 07:20 AM
What a beautiful trip for you both. Memorable times. And you girls really did some exploring. Good for you! That weather looks wonderful! 70s sounds heavenly!
Posted by: Jeni Carlson | February 24, 2009 at 09:58 AM
Nice blog entry mom :) Had a wonderful time....thanks again for everything! And now i gotta find those shoes online ha ha!
Posted by: Ainsley | February 24, 2009 at 01:05 PM
Your Mum/daughter time away sounds wonderful Kelly. So glad you had beautiful weather & such a great time.
Posted by: Deb | February 25, 2009 at 05:03 PM
Hi Kelly,
What a wonderful trip:) San Diego is such a magical place. Truly one of the best cities I've ever visited.
Posted by: Donna Layton | February 26, 2009 at 07:56 AM
OOOHHHHH Kelly!!!
I was in San Diego this last weekend...I was watching my son's rugby match...I would have loved
to have met you!!!
Looks like you had a great time..it was kind of over cast...mild weather...I even got sunburned!
Next time you are here please email;-)
How is your mom doing?
Take Care are you unpacked?
It always takes me awhile do
that...my family teases about it ;-)
hugs,
K
Posted by: kayellen | February 27, 2009 at 10:35 AM