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That morning brought along with it a cool, gray fog… something I was getting used to by now. Christopher shot me a glance with a loving smile as I awoke. Another adventure was about to begin.
Since the place we were visiting today was too far, and too high, to venture by walking, we had to secure another form of transportation. Off we went to get a car. The hotel set up everything for us… very easy, and upon arrival we went straight to the front of the line. It almost made me feel bad to look around. Although there weren’t very many people in there on this holiday, it seemed the few who were had eyes on us. Then to treat us even better, we were upgraded to a convertible. Not necessary in my eyes. It wasn’t even warm enough out to use it, so it felt wasteful, but a tad bit of excitement couldn’t be helped. What if it did get warm and sunny enough to use. Doubtful, but there was still hope.
On our drive, we had to cross The Bridge. The bridge that couldn’t be hidden by the vast cloud covered sky.
Although this time, it didn’t seem as large and erie as it had before… now that we were in a 3000lb lump of metal molded around us.
We made our way over the bridge, as safe as ever. The adventure just beginning to unfold in our eyes. Farther we went, higher we went. Up and around winding roads taking us up this mountainside covered in vegetation. If the sun was beginning to shine, I wouldn’t be able to tell. The tree covering was too dense.
I’m glad I wasn’t driving, it would’ve taken us substantially longer to get where we were going. All the twists and turns would’ve had me driving much, much slower than we were moving. Christopher seemed confident, though, so it only made me feel that way too. I’d grab his free hand and hold on tight when the corners seemed to quick, and I could see it would make his lips turn upwards and his eyes smile.
A few times when we rounded a curve, we were exposed to the cliff down the side of the mountain, as well as the view of the city, breathtaking… even when looking through fog. The sun wasn’t peaking through quite yet, but maybe it was just too early.
As we made our way to the famous woods, Muir Woods, the trees just seemed to climb taller overhead. We drove until we could drive no further, here was the trail we were looking for.
Sporting our shoes suitable for hiking, along with hats and gloves to fight of the chill in the air, we were on our way… on foot.
It seemed like we were surrounded by a flood of green. Everything was green, very green. And covered in moss. And wet. But it was beautiful.
To look around it seemed like a place out of this world. So cut off from the fast pace of downtown life we’d seen. We just stood in each others arms, breathing in the fresh air, quiet. It was quiet. We could look up and see the sky playing peek-a-boo through the tops of the trees. A family of dear walked timidly near us, heading to the brook up ahead. We just took in the serenity.
It was just us… and nature. We walked, we climbed, we mostly followed the path which was sometimes wide, sometimes narrow. Sometimes crossing the brooks or rivers, sometimes continuing on ahead. No plans, no interruptions.
We found trees large enough and hollowed to climb in. So we did, not without checking for animals and spiders first. There were none to be found, so we entered.
We must’ve been in the forest for awhile, because we eventually began to feel the air warm up a bit. I heard a small laugh as this excited me… I never stay quite as warm as Christopher, my love, does. With the warm air must come something else, right?
Then we saw it, the sunny streaks bursting through the massive trees around us. It was a beautiful sight.
We knew we’d been there for awhile now, although time just seemed to pass so easily, so quickly did it slip through our intertwined fingers. It was time to find our way back out of the woods.
Good bye Muir Woods, it’s been delightful.
Renée aka Mekhismom says
That sounds like a lovely, lovely trip. Of course the pictures are beautiful and the words transported me to the place of your adventure.
Amy says
Looks like a lot of fun and I love the photos, as usual 😀
Grace says
this post makes me desperately miss my home in the boonies. there are no forests to speak of in my current location, and it’s just sad. meanwhile, good call checking for vermin and insects before crawling into hollow trees… 🙂
traci says
i am living a little through you right now. what a beautiful place. cute pictures of you too.
Prasti says
beautiful. and how romantic to spend one on one time with your husband.
Briony says
You have a talent with story-telling Tab, it is like you can take us along with you on each adventure. I appreciate it…because I am living vicariously through your travels at the moment. hahaha.
i have to say my FAVE pic is the one where the light is breaking through the trees…that is absolutely breathtaking it looks like a still from a movie.
thanks for sharing 🙂
Confessions of A Mississippi Mom says
What beautiful place and great photos, it look like y’all had such a great time.
Kelly says
Gorgeous story! The pictures of the sun peeking through the tress are my favorite!
Dr. Wifey says
stunning photos! i love looking at your blog 🙂
Blissful Babe says
How fun! Fabulous photos, AGAIN. 😉
I think I’m going to start calling you Fab Tab.
Jenny in Utah says
The sun coming through the trees: Breathtaking! What a lovely place to be – there is a reason that part of the country is my favorite – you are making me want to go on a vacation!!! Thanks for sharing.
jennykate77 says
I bet the woods were beautiful…the pictures speak a thousand words! Great story.
Have you ever seen the musical Into the Woods? Really great musical. So funny. You’re title made me think of it.
Hope you have a terrific Thursday!
antoinette marie says
the pics with the hazey light peaking thru the trees are heavenly! blessings…
Sara says
What a great trip! I wish I could get my hubby to go to SF with me, he is not a city boy… But, that’s what’s so cool about it, is that there are places like this around. So, I just go with my girlfriend and shop shop shop instead!
Rachel says
another gorgeous day. dude, i want to live your life.
~Trish~ says
Now that would be a cool adventure. Those sunlight pictures are amazing!
KDLOST says
This is beautiful and so are you! 🙂 I want to go there now! Maybe I can talk hubby into it… I am sure he’d love it! Cheers!
Erin, Nick and Merrick says
gotta love along mommy and daddy time!
Tiffany T says
Delightful, indeed! Witnessing the Muir Woods in the fog gives it such a magical feel. What a great opportunity for exploration! Animals love the cold and come out of the woodwork.
My favorite pictures are the ones that first show you in your wonderfully ratty jeans (perfect for hiking) followed by your beautifully manicure nails with the gorgeous ring.
Practical yet beautiful. Nice :).
Bethany says
My husband and I took this trip while I was pregnant with my first… ahhh the memories.
I love how you captured the light. Just magical.
Charlotte says
this is such an amzing experience. love the photos. they make me smile!
Janah @ So Not Mom-a-licious says
Geez your pictures are just so beautiful! And so are you! I don’t know how much of this gorgeousness I can take1
The Rambler says
I just love your photos…..love love love them!
Izzy 'N Emmy says
Amazing place! It’s so pretty and I can feel just how peaceful it is through your lens.
Corey~living and loving says
Okay…you totally have to email me and tell me about the photo taking in your family. who does what? do you each have a camera? tell me more? I love that you are in so many photos. I am so rarely in the photos, and I know my daughter will wish it was different.
CM says
Oh I loved Muir woods! We were there in April. It was so peaceful! I wish I could have spent the entire day there!
cynthiaa says
happy sits day.
pictures are amazing.
bfs says
I could smell the damp forest! Wonderful pix!!!
ZenMom says
What a lovely day! And what lovely photos to remember it by. I love to hike and walk in the woods. I always feel so at peace there. But it feels like it’s been ages since we last did. So your beautiful journal was like a peaceful balm to me, today. Just what I needed to fill a spot I didn’t know was sitting empty. Thank you.
Megan @ Little Bella Bean says
I love the photo of your hand on the tree trunk, showing your wedding ring. The contrast is lovely.