We explored downtown Monterey, turning corners to find gardens and meandering through historical buildings we didn't know existed.
We spent some lovely time on the beach, but found that the sun does not set on the horizon there, much to our dismay. Monterey's ocean is a bay, not the end of the world, so the sun sets over a hill dotted with obscenely large houses. Not very romantic.
We walked a couple miles through the canning, fishing and shopping districts.
And we got up close and personal with some seals or sea lions (I don't know the difference) on a glass bottom boat tour. We aren't sure what the purpose of the glass bottom was. We didn't see anything through the glass except seaweed. Did you know you can also see seaweed on the beach? We're really happy we paid to see it through a murky glass bottom boat.
This seal/sea lion had just battled two other seal/sea lions and gained the title of "King (or Queen) of the Buoy" for a moment.
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i'm so happy you and ryan were able to do something just for yourselves to celebrate your anniversary :)
Wow, that's awesome you two got to escape together to look at sea weed. I'm jealous.
And that's a California sea lion. Easiest way to tell is sea lions stand up on their flippers while seals drag themselves on their bellies. Sea lions also have small ear flaps while "true seals" like Harbor seals lack them. If you want more specific details you know I'd be happy to fill you in :) Don't you miss living with me??
I will remember your advice about the seaweed glass bottom tour......
IF we ever have the pleasure of visiting again! I am still extremely jealous, almost like i want to fight you...ha ha love the picture of the sea lion..which reminds me...you should take lydia to see oceans in the theater it's really cool. our kids liked it. in fact we tried to invite you but you had family in town.
Such pretty pictures of you guys! I need a Cali fix soon! Even though I was just there a few weeks ago. I haven't been to the beach in so long!
I love monterey and these pictures have just reminded me of WHY I WANT TO GET BACK THERE SOOOOO BAD!
Rebecca, I saw you at the CBC, but I didn't get a chance to say hello! Seriously, the next time you see me, punch me in the face, or wear Mario Lopez on your shirt. Either way, that will get me back. :)
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