L2 in A2: A Look Back at Summer 2010

What a great summer break we had- truly, it was a much welcomed break and a summer of making memories. With the nontraditional lifestyle of being a student in one's thirties, Kevin was given an 8 week summer break between Years 1 & 2 of dental school. It was an amazing opportunity for the 4 of us to enjoy one another. When else will we get this gift of time to give to our children while they are still young and willing to go along with whatever crazy plans their parents generate?! And so we did! For those of you who know Kevin, the options man, well...you can imagine our planning!

The trip began with a visit to California to spend time with Kevin's brother, Jason and his lovely wife, Danae. We had a great week soaking in their environs where I fell in love with the Davis Farmer's Market and awaited any and every opportunity to visit their local food co-op! We planned a short getaway with them and ventured along the northern coast of California in northern Sonoma County. The views were spectacular and the roads were fun (for those who don't experience motion sickness)...this was the first time Kevin has experienced being car sick WHILE driving! The stay in a great rental house, the hikes along the beach and seeing tons of jellies washed up on shore, the cooler weather and hot tub time more than made up for it.