Thursday, January 1, 2009

Happy New Year

What could be better than a New Year and a new tradition. Wow. Biking across the Golden Gate filled us all with strong emotions. Kiera: sleepy. Neve: frazzled and cold. Maren: wonder. Britt: excitement. Clay: awe.





At only 1.7 miles each way, it wasn't the heartiest of rides, but that was made up for by the ambiance.









The bridge was noisy, crowded, windy and a little foggy. I loved every minute of it. The experience was surreal.

We had a few minutes before sunset after we packed up the bikes so we went down to Baker Beach for some more fine views. The fog was rolling in quick and thick, but if you look carefully you can still see the bridge in the background. I love this place.



7 comments:

Brian and Melissa Finley said...

Oh, Monterey and San Fran...you are making me homesick. I even miss the fog! Keep it up...it's good to see a bit of home:)

Melissa

Jayne Ekins said...

What a great way to start a New Year! Much better than watching some lame football game that nobody cares about:)

Rach said...

How fun and your kids are so cute! let's get together soon.

GREENLAW said...

looks like fun! gorgeous pics... loved the christmas pics, too!!
we just got home and i am pooped.

Vince said...

Uh. ok, Cindi and I once tried unsuccessfully to WALK across the Golden Gate. I had to turn around after nearly making it a third of the way -- I was whimpering and shaking the whole time due to my irrational fear of heights.

And to think you rode BIKES across. Bravo.

AnnieB said...

I LOVE these pictures and I love the new tradition. If we're in town next year...(actually, truthfully, what am I saying? we are rarely in town for new years) BUT...IF we are in town, we are totally joining you!
Love the Monterey shots too!

Dan Doxey said...

I'm so glad you biked the bridge. I do have to agree--it's sureal. Such a great ride for the kidos too! What great picts!