SB LOVE

This weekend we fell in love with Santa Barbara all over again. There is just something about the way the mountains transition to the sea, the intoxicating smell of tar and eucalyptus in the air, the charm of the Spanish-style buildings, and the way the palm trees dot the skyline that call out to me. Although I only lived there for four short years while in college, the town will always hold a special place in my heart.  Since graduating, Nathan and I have spent many weekends in SB visiting friends who have been lucky enough to make it their permanent home (so jealous).  It is the town where Nathan and I met, and where we have shared many happy memories.   This past weekend our dear friends, the Lyman's, offered us their cozy home while they traveled down south to celebrate with their family.  Nate and I enjoyed the comforts of their home, while Annabelle reveled in playing with Ruby and Milo's toys.  Saturday morning we walked downtown to get coffee then played hard at Alice Keck Park on its old-school, wooden playground.   Then off to the Santa Barbara Zoo just in time to beat the rain.   During the storm we drove through the Riviera picking out our imaginary future home and later joined the Degner's at their new home for an amazing dinner (thanks Jess and Joel!).  Sunday morning Nathan woke up early to surf Jalama with Drew while Annabelle and I took a nice long walk to the Mission.  Before we took off for Westlake, we slipped in a quick walk on the pier and a visit to the Sea Center.  Wow, what a weekend.  Santa Barbara - someday soon we will return - if not for good, then for another visit.