In honor of MS (multiple sclerosis) Research, Chris signed up to participate in the MS Bay to Bay Carlsbad Bike Ride this past weekend. Chris' aunt, our neighbor Mike and my friend's dad all suffer with MS so it was a cause especially close to our hearts. Last year was the first year that the Fassel's and their friends started "Team Mikey" and took on the 30 mile & 100 mile Bike Ride along the Pacific Coast!
We loved being a part of such a meaningful weekend but I would be lying if I said it wasn't filled with nonstop fun! I LOVE all of Mike & Cindy's friends and find myself laughing constantly when around them. They are all such energetic couples with successful, fulfilling marriages, families and careers...over all well-rounded lives :)
Downtown Carlsbad is adorable with boutique shopping (my favorite), beach views and friendly people. I could see myself living there for sure...well, one of the many places.
Friday night was dinner at Gregorios (yummy Italian) to prepare for the big race day on Saturday! I woke up with Chris to wish him luck and then headed to the beach for an hour run/walk along the shore. Can I please have that luxury every day??
By 10:30am, Cindy and I met the bike riders at none other than The Cantina! That's right...nothing like a post-ride Bloody Mary! They surely deserved it since the conditions were rainy and sloppy. We spent the afternoon at the outside Biking Expo and then dried off just in time for a delicious spaghetti dinner at Paula's house (yes, it is okay to carbo load even if you're not actually riding)! Chris and I spent the day together Sunday at the Carlsbad outlet malls, driving along the Coast, picking out our dream houses, and filling up on great Mexican Food in Del Mar! By 5pm, we were surely in need for more Italian food so we headed over to Mike & Cindy's for yummy pizza and Mike & Paula's birthday celebration!
It was clearly a funfilled weekend and I cannot forget to mention how spectacular our hotel was! It sat just along the beach and they were kind enough to upgrade us to a Beach Front room at no charge. Not only was it beach front, it was HUGE! Sadly, I forgot to snap some pictures of the masterpiece.
I really had the best weekend and am thankful for some great memories! Next year will be another weekend getaway to look forward to and maybe even Avery can come :)
And last but not least, Thank you to all of our dear family and friends who donated to this important cause! It means so much to us that you would support Chris during this fundraising event but more importantly, spend your hard earned money to help those in need. Thank you truly!
Morning stroll along the beach...
En Fuego at Del Mar (recommended by the wonderful Jereme Sylvain!)
Just a few shots to show you how truly adorable the downtown Village at Carlsbad really is!
Bike ride fun!
Chris anxiously awaiting his FREE 15 minute massage!
Where are the Bloody Mary's already??! Juice for me of course ;)
View from our room :)
Yummy Breakfast by the Beach!
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