I don’t always eat as healthily as I should while traveling, but I do try. This morning I made oatmeal with applesauce, sliced banana and a few raw unsalted almonds sprinkled on top. I added a splash of non-fat milk to make a tasty breakfast that would keep me going until lunch.
Santa Maria and the nearby Santa Ynez Valley are both wonderful places to explore. Continue reading
It has been a great day filled with gorgeous views of mountains and ocean. We left early this morning and arrived in Santa Maria just before noon. Even the Los Angeles traffic co-operated with our plans and was fairly light.
We had an enjoyable drive north and are now set up in a beautiful camp site. But even when everything goes smoothly, the first day of camping can be tiring. I could not resist taking this photo of my husband, Martin and Annika relaxing after dinner.
It is lovely and cool in Santa Maria, but I hear it was very hot at home today. I hope our house sitter remembers to water my outdoor plants before going to bed. As you can tell, my thoughts are never very far from home.
Camping preparations make for a very busy day. We leave early tomorrow morning on a trip. Our 5th wheel trailer is out front and ready to go. I know that living in a 5th wheel for ten days is really not camping. My mom keeps reminding us, but there is still a lot to getting ready. The whole family is going and that means lots of supplies. Continue reading