First adventure of 2012!

Thomas and I started 2012 with a really fun drive up the Big Sur Coast, to stop at a hiking trail. I believe it is called the Salmon Creek Trail, and there is a lovely waterfall there also. After hiking, we drove back to investigate Ragged Point, went to the elephant seal viewing site, and called it a day. That's how you start off a year!

Shenanigans at Hearst Castle

Every year Hearst Castle (California State Parks) does a VIP swim in the Neptune Pool for its employees and partners as well as its volunteers. Sometimes these people are allowed to bring guests (determined by hours and position, etc.). Last year, my mom and myself enjoyed the 67 degree water for a couple minutes and explored the immediate area the rest of the hour and a half we were there. This year, I was allowed to take three guests! We had a blast swimming in the 72ish degree water for a while and taking some fun and creative pictures.