Old Town, San Diego

McCoy House Museum

Luna on the Wagon

Cocoa checking her weight, got to watch that girlish figure

Rita from the Seeley Stable Museum with the girls.

Old Town State Historical Park in San Diego is located near the Presidio and Heritage Park neighborhood. Preserved on the nine square block site are the old school house, five old adobe structures, a stable, and the first newspaper office in San Diego. Hosts at the buildings are dressed in period costume to add some authenticity to the attraction. Old Town State Park is a great place for the family. A little history for history buffs, shopping, food and entertainment should keep everyone happy for the day.

Access to the site is easy and quick from the downtown area. The trolley stops a block away if you don't want to drive and there is free parking in the area if you take your car. Summertime is crowded with tourists so it is best to go early.

Cardiff by the Sea

Luna and Cocoa at Pipe's Cafe

Luna and the Lion at Pipe's Cafe

Cardiff Sunset, Another day in paradise

The "girls" took a quick trip down the road from there Encinitas home to Cardiff. A quaint little surfer community that has some very cool murals around the town. After photographing in front of the Pipe's Cafe mural, the girls took a quick walk down to the beach to watch a beautiful sunset.

The town of Cardiff was settled in 1911 by developer J. Frank Cullen, and the community was named in honor of his wife's native Wales. Cardiff reef attracts surfers both professional and amateur for the consistent left and right breaks that make for great surfing. The town's walk ability gives the community that small town feel that many people love.