Last week Brad headed out to San Francisco for a week of work training. Since his flight & hotel was already paid for and Owen flies free, we decided to make a small vacation out of it! Owen and I flew in on Wednesday and since Brad was still working I BART'ed by myself from Oakland into the city and then walked to our hotel with a stroller, diaper bag, backpack, and suitcase. I can only imagine what people were thinking as they watched me walk down the street!
On the BART
Thursday came way too early since Owen did not sleep well in the roll away crib. For the first time EVER he slept in bed with us and needless to say none of us slept very well. Later that day I headed back to my old office to visit and show off Owen. It was so nice to see everyone and we had a great time catching up. On my way back to the hotel I stopped by Union Square & China Town and did a little shopping. I was so proud of myself for not getting lost once!
Owen & Mayra
Owen & Vickie
Friday I started off the morning with a nice walk along the Embarcadero & piers. It was a beautiful morning and was a great way to start my day. We met Brad at his office for lunch and for him to show off Owen to all of his coworkers. (This was the office Brad worked out of for the 2 years we lived in San Francisco.)
After lunch we headed out to explore the city. We walked along the piers, checked out Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf, and Ghiradelli Square. Later that night we headed out to Walnut Creek, where we used to live, and that's where we spent the next few days visiting with friends and neighbors.
Owen & Brad in downtown San Fran
At Pier 39 in front of Alcatraz
Pier 39- in front of the sea lions
Love those sweet kisses
Walking along the piers
Chocolate bar shake at Ghiradelli Square. Yum!
The Hunts let us stay at their house for a few nights while were in Walnut Creek. Here is Kay making us a delicious Mother's Day breakfast. Owen absolutely loved playing with Eli, Klia, and Aaron. Emma was sweet enough to watch Owen one night so Brad & I could go on a date!! Thank you Hunt family!
Enjoying some California oranges at the Farmers Market
Saturday afternoon we met up with some families at the park. Here is Stephanie & Brody, who is only 2 days older than Owen!
Of course, we couldn't visit WC without stopping to see Jim! Brad home taught Jim the entire time we lived in WC, and he even spent one Thanksgiving dinner with us.
We got to spend Sunday evening with the Johnson's. Just another family we grew to love while in WC.
We headed back home on Monday and I was so glad to have Brad with me for this leg of the trip. The airport is so much easier/less stressful with 2 adults! Owen slept almost the entire flight home which was the best and allowed us both to get some shut eye too.
'Mom this flying stuff is a piece of cake!'
'Wait, you mean to tell me that my seat won't act as a flotation device?'
I absolutely loved the 2 years that we lived in Walnut Creek and am grateful for the many friends we made while living there. I know Utah is where we are supposed to be now, but I will always have such sweet memories of our San Francisco adventures!
