I went to the hotel gym yesterday morning to get on the treadmill but it was taken. Thank goodness I was forced to go outside because for some strange reason I had forgotten that it was 60 degrees and sunny outside… Why I didn’t go straight outside in the first place is still a mystery to me.
Shorts and tank in January? I wasn’t running in the most beautiful area but getting some Vitamin D in for the first time in months was good for my soul.
An hour of easy running.
Hotel life isn’t so bad. Bfast for me and the sis.
We drove an hour to my favorite city. Did I tell you how I changed my savings account to be titled as my travel account? I love everything about it.
This picture was taken for Brooke. Elmo, her mom and aunt in one picture…. This picture may make her too happy.
We were in the mood for salad and sour dough.
And then we all had the best cookies of our whole life.
My sister had a mini tantrum when a crumb of her cookie fell on the ground (don’t worry, we bought extra cookies to take home with us too).
Our major activity of the day was the GO CARS and so we had a little time to kill in that area before we had our reservation to pick up our car.
This was taken just a few minutes after two pigeons dive bombed me and my mom. I was crying because I was laughing so hard over what had happened.
I am adding sailing to my list of things that I will do this year.
My smile lines are permanent after going around in this little car.
I have ALWAYS wanted to get one of these and it was even better than I could have imagined.
The L on our helmet stands for large, not loser.
We did have one close call when a bus was turning and got really close to us and there was no where for us to go… We survived luckily.
Our GPS (it tells you which way to go for the tour and it also tells you about the history of the different things you are driving by) didn’t work and so we got to exchange our car for a much faster one. It was incredible.
Part 2 coming your way soon and it includes a video from our ‘driving around San Francisco on three wheals while laughing the whole time’ experience.
75 comments
Sanaz @ runforcake
Looks like you guys are having a great time!!! Yay! San Francisco is such a fun city I’m glad you are enjoying it. I’m so close to my mom and big sister too, it’s awesome that you three can do this trip and return home safely today. Excitied for you to see Brooke this afternoon :)
Ps eat cookies for me too :)
Nicole@thegirlwhoraneverywhere
That all looks SO FUN!!!
I loooove your coat in the Elmo pic, and your sisters boots. I need both these things in my life, stat…esp those cute boots!!!
Have fun and enjoy the warmth..super jealous..new england got hit with a “surprise” snow storm, yday and we’ve been stuck inside..ran 20 on my treadmill for #megsmiles :)
HollieisFueledByLOLZ
I love how happy you look and it all looks like so much fun. I always get nervous to run directly from a hotel because I feel like I might get lost or kidnapped. I would rather run on the treadmill then run in nice weather from a hotel. I get lost in my own neighborhoods…anyways.
Glad you are making the best of yourself over there in San Fran!
Losing Lindy
I have never seen these little cars, did your mom go in one too?
Taylor
Running outside is just good for the soul! I’m so happy you are making the best of your time in San Fran! What a fun city :-).
Have a great day!
Elizabeth @ Positive Change
Looks like a blast! San Fran is a city that I for sure want to explore someday!
I can’t wait to see the video of those cars, they look like so much fun!
Madison
Looks like a fun time! Family is truly the best, am I right???
Jenn@Mark My Mile!
Yay for running in the sun and in SHORTS! Those cookies look yummy! So glad that you are having a blast : )
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Being outside is -amazing- for the soul. We’ve been enjoying a slight break from the cold around these parts as well, and while it’s only hovering around freezing, I’ll take it over the -20C that we usually have in January! Glad to see you smiling and having a good time :)
Flower
The YOLO with the hands, too cute!
Joy
I’m so glad you got to do the stuff you’ve always wanted to do. I want to go tour SF in those cars!
Laughing is so good for the soul–It’s wonderful that you have such great family that can make you laugh so much.
Emmeline @RunForThePizza
So cute! This whole trip looks like too much fun. Can you drive those little cars all over the city or are there certain locations you’re supposed to take them?
Becky @ Ok, so here's the plan
Those little cars look like so much fun!
I miss warm sunshine. It isn’t supposed to get above freezing this week. Boo!
Andrea
Cant wait for part 2!!
Aimee - funfitgirl
That little car looks like so much fun!! Also I love that you and your sister are basically twins AND that you are so close. It makes me miss my sisters who love in NY still.
Monica Lewis
Looks like fun. It’s always awesome hanging with sisters and moms!
Shay @ Whine Less, Breathe More
Is Elmo wearing a purse?! LOL!
I would have the same reaction as your sister if I dropped part of my cookie. No good cookie should ever go to waste!
Becca Goldie
Love how happy and carefree you look!
Brooke
You are way to cute. I love that you make life amazing despite what your going through. Your amazing.
Amy @ Long Drive Journey
I’m glad you’re having such a good time, and that your mom and sister are with you! I’m proud of you for your ability to take lemons and make lemonade! Plus I LOVE California and I’m jealous that you’re getting to enjoy nice warm weather!
Liz @ Carpe Diem and Run
Omigosh 60 degrees sounds amazing <3 I'm so glad you are having fun in San Francisco!
Michelle @ A Healthy Mrs
Looks like a great time so far!
Rebecca
That sunshine looks amazing!
I think I would rather have one hour of California weather over a chocolate chip cookie
Laura
Looks like a fantastic trip!! So glad your mom and sister got to go with you, how fun.
Laura@twinsontherun
You got to run in the sun!
I can’t wait for the video..they are my favorite!
Jackie
Love how you’re making the best of the trip!
Sara @ LovingOnTheRun
Looks like you all are having a BLAST!! Enjoy the rest of your time I know you will be so happy to have Brooke back today!!
Irene
Your sister’s hair is beyond amazing in these photos! You guys are such a cute family.
Adriana @ Laced Up With Lipstick
Looks like fun!! I don’t blame your sister for having a tantrum over a fallen cookie, same happens to me:)
Marissa @ Run Riss Run
Those cars look like too much fun. San Fran has got to be at the top of my list of favorite cities to run in. It’s the best and I love going early before the rest of the city is awake. Enjoy!!
Sabrina
I’ve always wanted to go to San Francisco so please excuse me as I live vicariously through you! Have a fun and eat a lot of ice cream! :)
Megan @ Meg Go Run
Man, I love San Fran :) I am surprised it is so warm there, though. When we went in June it was only in the 60s-70s, so I just assumed it would be cold right now.
Elizabeth @ My Neon Running Shoes
Haha that looks so fun! It was warm enough here to also wear shorts :-) Have a great Sunday!!!
april
i haven’t been to san francisco in a few years, but you’re making me want to go back and ride around in a go car! hope you keep having lots of fun until you’re reunited with brooke :)
Miranda @ Lovely Wife Lovely Life
Ah what a blast!! Your mom was blessed with two amazing daughters <3 I love that you changed the name of your bank account- that's awesome. Ha!
Aimee
That car looks like so much fun! I wish I could drive one. I am so glad you are having fun in CA! :)
Carson
That looks like so much fun! I have never been to San Fran (or the state of California) but if I ever do go there this looks like something I must do!
Heather @fitncookies
You look like you’re having so much fun. What a cool weekend that you get to spend with your mom and sister. Enjoy the rest of it!
Rachel
I was just in SF last weekend for a race. We just missed each other! I went the other way this weekend to Oregon. San Francisco is my very favorite city and I am so glad to see you are able to have an amazing time, even with the circumstances that brought you there.
erica
I’m glad you are having such a fun weekend! The pictures are great-you look so beautiful and happy :) I used to live in San Francisco, 2 blocks away from Grace Cathedral in Nob Hill. Your pictures got me excited for my visit next week!
Rachel @ Undercover Diva: A Sitcom
Love love love to see you smiling <3 You, your mom, and your sister are gorgeous and Brooke is going to grow up in such an amazing environment. Can't wait to hear how the rest of your trip went :)
Meg @ Mommy Don't Play
Those salads look DELICIOUS!
Debbie @ Deb Runs
Those little cars sound fun, but scary if you’re next to a big truck or bus! Glad you’re having fun!
Bethany
Love San Francisco! Those cars look like so much fun.
michelle kim
OMG how fun! Hope you girls have an amazing and memorable trip :)
Michelle
Aww it looks like you guys are having a great time! I live about a four hour drive away from SF but don’t make the trip nearly enough! That is definitely changing in 2014. And I may have to steal the savings account idea ;)
Btw you should convince your sister to make a hair products post unless she just naturally has perfect amazing hair and if that’s the case I really want to hate her lol
Lora @ Crazy Running Girl
LOVE San Francisco!! We also have a savings account that we named our travel account :)
Mee
Wow looks like you’re having a blast!!!! :) San Francisco is sure beautiful!
Erica @ For the Sake of Cake
I was just in San Francisco in November for vacation–what a great city!
Katie
Ahhh I LOVE San Francisco!!! So fun! :)
xo
Linzay
You seriously came the best possible weekend. It was the nicest day we’ve had in a while here yesterday. It looks like today is going to be pretty nice too! Have fun!
Linda
Makes me smile to see you having a great weekend. I hope to visit CA someday. I am so renting one of those cars.
Kay
OMG those cars look so fun!!
I have to ask- Is Elmo carrying a purse? haha
Kristi
I love that your sister is in Cali with you! It looks like you three are having a great time.
Kate
Your sister’s hair is so cute! Curling iron, hot rollers, or just lucky to have amazing hair?!
I’m sure you’re missing Brooke but looks like you are having a great trip!!
Kristen
I hope to visit San Francisco this summer–looks like a good time! Today I am going to run 6 miles in your honor:-) Happy Sunday!
amy
Where is your pick tee-shirt from? I’m in love!!
The Hungry Runner Girl
Thank you! It is from banana republic.
Cori @ shes going the distance
that looks like fun. Adding Go Cars to my “san fran list!”
Victoria @Smiles 'n' Snuggles
Glad you are enjoying yourself and getting some vitamin D. Why does Elmo have a purse?
Jess @ PugRunAholic
You and your sister are so pretty!! Looks like you guys are having lots of fun! :)
tiare
you are your sister are gorgeous….that’s all!!! :)
Lauren @Will Run for Boston
San Francisco sourdough is the best! Especially from Boudin’s! :) Can’t wait for the driving video!
Runner Girl Eats
Glad you are having such a great time! Those cars look like soo much fun.
Kim
OMG- those cars look like SOOO much fun!! I want to go to San Francisco so bad, and when I do- I am definitely going to go on them!! So cute!
Lisa @ runningoutofwine
Looks like you are having a great time! I am so jealous of that weather:)
Kelly
Have fun, I’m jealous of all that vitamin d!
Livi
SF looks great! my sister and I were there in May and had the best time! Alcatraz was really cool!!
Connie
Hi Janae!
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Thanks so much for reading this!
Connie
Connie
I realized that I forgot to include the link to my page (stupid me). Here it is: http://www.gofundme.com/Feeding-Sibilia.
Again, thanks for reading!
Kari @ Running Ricig
That tour sounds awesome, but a little terrifying! I want to go! My sister lives in SF, but I’ve never actually visited her.
Margaret
Looks like an amazing day! Come to Michigan and I’ll take you sailing!!
Emma @ Life's A Runner
I need a push like that to go run outside – despite the fact that it has been HOT (for my city) I still haven’t been on an outdoor run this winter! The horror! Your trip looks SO fun, glad you are enjoying! :)
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Niki
Ha! Those cars are great!
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