{ the charm of carmel }

Happy Monday, I hope you all enjoyed your weekend. I had such a wonderful time away with the girls. It's amazing what a 36 hour escape from reality can do for one's soul...I highly recommend it!  It also doesn't hurt that our travels took us to the quaint coastal town of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Seeing as I can't seem to stop thinking about it this morning, I thought I would share some of its irresistible charm with you all...

The cobblestone streets of its downtown are filled with art galleries, boutiques, and renowned restaurants...

and not to worry...Carmel also includes some of the essentials...

Pet-friendly is an understatement....four legged friends are welcomed at nearly every shop with bowls of fresh water and jars of treats...

Surrounding the downtown are tree-lined streets with some of the most adorable cottages I've ever seen.

As if all that weren't enough, this positively perfect little town is but a few steps from this loveliness...

*sigh* 

Is it any wonder why I once again find myself daydreaming about happily ever after by the beach? 

Thank you M & T for inviting us to join you and for sharing in the laughter and reminiscing...can't wait to do it again!