73 degrees on December 6, 2008

Ok, so for all of you in the midwest and east that are freezing-

take a look at these pictures to warm you up.

(Double click on any picture to get a better view)

Today's travels took me to Santa Cruz, California. I went looking for Monarch butterflies and ended up walking the ocean and admiring all the surfers. Teens to late-life, they were all dressed in wet suits and looked to be enjoying the beautiful sun and sea.

There must have been about 50 surfers, waiting for the big ones.

Caught this guy riding the wave

The Surfers Lighthouse

Yes, I got my feet wet standing on these rocks watching the waves.

It was worth it

This lighthouse now houses a museum dedicated to surfers around the world.

1950's surf board

More sights at the end of the afternoon

There was even an ice cream vendor selling his wares!

Aw- what beautiful sight

These seals live and "talk" under the wharf.

Quite a few sail boats out on this gorgeous day

Thanksgiving in Ohio

Shared Thanksgiving dinner on Friday at Bo's with Molly, Matt, Dave and myself.

It was a great day!

Watching UC win!

The great Turkey Fryer Chef!

Momma's favorite guys!

Thanksgiving - The Finale

The end was a perfectly moist wonderful turkey.

Ok, so we were all stuffed!

Topped the evening off with Molly's awesome Turtle-Pumpkin chiffon pie.