monterey / carmel

From Santa Barbara we drove another 5ish hours to Carmel and Monterey (they're about 15 minutes apart).

We spent what seemed like days drive up Big Sur (a gynormous, extremely windy mountain).  I spotted a cutie taking some pictures.

More of Big Sur.

Fen loved the open road.

Fen and I were waiting in the car for Mike to check into the hotel.  This hotel was by far the most anal in terms of having dogs stay with them.  We had to wait to check out before an employee came and checked the room for any wear and tear from the dog.  Like Fen could do any harm...  ;)

I passed out last night before we could enjoy the Jacuzzi, so Mike and I "drew a bath" before we checked out of Santa Barbara. 

Stopping to use the restroom along the way, even if it is a fake hydrant.

Walking the shops of Carmel we found this intricate structure at a kids store.

We were in the car for so long, but yet Fen was fighting sleep.

Our humble abode for one night.

We had dinner at Mission Ranch-- owned by the great Clint Eastwood.  I've never eaten on a ranch and it was such a pretty backdrop for our meal.