Trip to CA

It was good timing to get away, and we had a fun week with Dad in the land where every day is a good weather day. I put some pics in an album below so I'll just fill in some narrative as I have time.

We got there Saturday afternoon and just relaxed and caught 'Breach' at the movie theatre for $1.50 (yes thats correct one dollar and 50 cents). Although the popcorn and drinks ended up costing just north of $10, funny story about that- I ordered the large bag and after the clerk filled it I changed my mind and said I'll take the tub which appears larger and costs $1.00 more since there were 3 of us and it would be easier to share. So she pours the large bag in and ITS THE SAME FREAKIN SIZE, well she is all apologetic and trying to put more popcorn in until it spills all over the counter. okay...

Next morning we went to church service at the Crystal Cathedral, yep the same Hour of Power that I have made fun of in the past on TV. The place is really cool and the music is great, but too little message and too much Hollywood for us. After that we were hungry and had lunch at marie callenders.

Monday we toured the Queen Mary in Long Beach, which is now a floating hotel as well as open to tours. Andy's grandfather travelled on her from England to New York in 1936 and his dad put some cool photos on his blog. We walked alot as the ship is 1,000 ft long and has many decks. We also toured the Russian submarine next to it. Had dinner at La Cave the first restaurant we've ever been to where the menu was a cart with fresh steaks and seafood on it.

Tuesday- hiking in San Bernardino Mtns

Wednesday- cruising on rented BMW motorcycle with John Cash from Redondo to Laguna Beaches.

Thursday- walked around Laguna Beach, had dinner at the Rusty Pelican

Friday- checked out Long Beach, had dinner with friends John & Maria at the Belmont Brewing Company

Saturday- travelled home

CA May 2007