Even though we've had a week of 100+ degrees in Southern California, my body clock is still aware that Autumn is around the corner. And with every fall since 2011, my spirit aches for the beauty, the people and the food of Italia. The year leading up to our trip was full of hurdles and financial stresses but the wise folks in our lives urged us to hang onto our plane tickets and reservations and enjoy this once in a lifetime experience. So we did. Every minute of it. (Okay, most minutes. I got grumpy on a hike once.) Two months after we returned, we got pregnant with little Ruthie-girl and it was obvious that if we had cancelled our trip, we probably wouldn't have made it overseas for a long, long time. And until we get to go back, we'll enjoy our warm banquettes and delicious wines during our new adventures on the West Coast. cheers, italia
days I want to remember forever.
colors of the west
I've always wanted to drive across the country but I never expected it would be from one home to the next. What's a girl to say to three fabulous gal pals that took a break from busy life to drive with her? (Well, a lot actually. And you can read most of that on this Hart+Honey blog.) It was an amazing adventure filled with lots of laughs and tears and potty breaks - something I'll always remember and forever cherish. And though it was an emotional road trip from Ohio to Los Angeles, the journey was (literally) made brighter by the fabulous colors of the West. Here's a snippet of my favorite images (processed by Richard Photo Lab).
