Define gnarly:
In “Urban” terms it means radical, beyond, tubular, sweet, awesome, great, extreme – like that. Some folks think that California is all about living at the beach, riding a surf board, driving in convertibles and we all have blonde hair. Well, parts are like that – for some – but for the most part it is a diverse state. HOWEVER, my favorite place to be is at the coast. There are some totally wicked beaches, beyond gorgeous scenery and now and then you can catch some surfers patiently bobbing along the water just waiting for that totally hot tubular wave.
Basically, gnarly coolness is all around – you just have to pay attention and enjoy the surroundings….such as these old posts with corroded chains running between them along the pier……to beautiful glowing orange sunsets at the beach. White sandy beaches invite you to stroll along barefoot, relax and only wish that that moment – that place – could be captured in time, to make it last just a little bit longer.
Mild weather allows the dress attire to be that of shorts and sandals…
…and……hanging ten……in the middle of December.It is pretty cool, dude, living in Northern California. No complaints here. You can even have a bonfire and dinner at the beach – no jacket required. Just bring your favorite comfy lawn chair and maybe a long stick and a bag of plump marshmallows to roast. Good stuff here! And, as the dogs would agree, it is totally gnarly to be able to spend awesome days out and about in our lovely state. Right?
I got a hang paw on that one!
I so miss living in California!!! We also lived in northern CA and I kick myself that we didn't make the drive to the ocean more often back then! At least here in TX we still have awesome weather in winter...it was 78 degrees last weekend!
ReplyDeleteMichelle
Sweetest post ever!
ReplyDeleteOh it looks so lovely there Becky!!
Love those shots of the scotties...exceptional!
I wish I could sit there on the beach with you..i could bring our scotties too?! xoxoxo
Lots of love,
Deborah xoxoxoxoxo
Thank you for sharing your sweet beach with us. If I were just strolling in, I might think you were speaking like a Maineah what with that "wicked" adjective. ;)
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a fabulous place to live. Or even visit right now.
ReplyDeleteI agree! Totally awesome! Warm hugs from the other side of the country! ♥♥♥
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Right now summer seems so far away, even though we only have a sprinkling of snow, so your photos bring summer thoughts to mind.
ReplyDeleteSO nice of you to share your lovley home! Maybe CA should get you to do their ads ;)
ReplyDeleteHugs, Lisa
We are down in So Cal. This CA sure is beautiful
ReplyDeleteBenny & Lily
Oh! That just made me smile! :) Your pics are so awesome. They could be used for postcards. :) Enjoy the weather.
ReplyDelete~Liz
P.S. Can you come by and see my post on my hutch? I know you see a lot of antiques and thought you might know more....
SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PLACE!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos...thanks for sharing. I remember fun times at the beach, day trips to San Francisco, shopping in the bay area....Oh I soooooo miss Cali. I've been in Idaho for 3 years and I still hate the cold, the negative degrees, everything frozen! I miss shorts and sandals and warm sunshine, being able to drive 5 minutes to any of your favorite shops. Here it's over an hour drive to get to a mall or decent restaurant. I dream of coming home to Cali :(
ReplyDeleteBeautiful state you live in Becky.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous pictures, girl you are
good. It's raining and cold here,
bah humbug and you are at a beautiful beach...sigh...ENVY!!!
I love visiting the San Fran area. In fact we just got back from there. Enjoyed some hiking, a beach, etc.
ReplyDeleteLovely post Becky! I hope our next trip to visit we have the opportunity to go over to the coast with ya'll.
ReplyDeleteLove you lots,
xoxo
Debbie
I want to go to the Beach too!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a sweet day,
Elizabeth
I've only been to northern California once, but it was enough to make me agree that it is ... totally gnarly!! Would love to return someday, but for now I am content to enjoy your beautiful pictures.
ReplyDeleteGlad the wee Scottie found his way to you.
XO,
Kim
Nothing better than scotties on the beach! Great pics!
ReplyDeleteOh my word. I wish I were there!
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful! I've been to the West Coast beaches just a handful of times over the years, but there truly is no other place on earth quite like it!
ReplyDeleteKat :)
I have read your blog for so long, but have not left a comment. I am going through a difficult time in my life, and you always give me inspiration. The hardships that you have faced make me know that I will come out of my ordeal stronger. Thank you for sharing. Valarie
ReplyDeleteTotally gnarly!!!
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