Category: Trip

Today we drove past San Francisco and over the Golden Gate Bridge to a place called Point Bonita.

We walked along a cliff side path to the end of a narrow outcropping. It was dramatic and beautiful.

We saw seals in the water and the fog-covered bridge in the distance before finally reaching our destination: Point Bonita lighthouse.

It was popular today and we had to wait in a line to cross the bridge. The lighthouse is still lit but not in use these days but retains much of the romance of the century or so it was in use. Although life would have been difficult, the daily views from the homes of the keepers would have been extraordinary.

Erosion is slowly wearing away the coast and will presumably one day take the rock the lighthouse is on. One wonders if it will once again be used for navigation before that day arrives?

If you’re ever here this is worth a visit.

I visited New York for two days!

I came down just for shopping, and stayed the night because I found a (relatively) cheap hotel room.

The city is bustling with tourists and the weather was overcast but thankfully not too hot.

It’s pride month and rainbows are everywhere. The muted light made them pop.

I walked and walked and walked and visited many shops. I bought lots of things I didn’t need and some that maybe no-one needs!

In the evening a light rain fell and the colours of the city were beautiful.

But I was too tired to go out after dark to see the lights in all their glory. I fell asleep writing postcards!

This morning I went to Central Park Zoo. It’s tiny but was worth the visit. I’ll take KLS next time.

Then I visited the Alice in Wonderland statue in the park before more shopping which drained me of all my energy.

Now it’s time for the train home. I’m so tired I’ll probably nap, but I had fun and already look forward to my next trip to ‘the city’ 🙂