While in LA for my daughter's interview for PHD schools, I got to grab some birthday fun. California is such a beautiful state, with such kind people. It was my first time there and it was a dream come true to finally visit. It's breathtaking!! I wanted to share some photos from my trip with you!!
Malibu Beach....WOW!!
Hope and her sweet boyfriend, Nathan (love him!!).
Look at the sign in the back!!!
Ahhhh... Sophia Loren was right here!
I ALWAYS wanted one of these! (I hear the real ones are heavier though) ;)
This is the set from "Friends"... The couch looks big on TV... but it's really small. LOL!
I had to go to Whiskey A Go Go to see where all the big bands got their start. The doors, the Stones, Motley Crew.....Amazing!
No trip would be complete without tasty food! Check out this mile high cotton candy!!
Friends and family --and great food! It doesn't get any better than that!
I even got to catch up with my girl, Joan, a college friend who has lived in LA for 26 years. Lucky girl!!
I HAD to go here...and what a night it was! You can read more about that adventure here.
Me and my girl Hope <3
Now THAT'S how they do birthday candles in LA!
Tha-tha-tha-that's all folks! 
Until next time, California Dreamers!
Xo
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