Tuesday, March 29, 2011

The One Where it was Sunny

Yes, we're going FRIENDS style today with the title.

Yesterday was the first day of my entire break that it was sunny.  I'm flying back today to Seattle, so I'm thrilled I got one day of blue skies! 
Those things on my face are called sunglasses. You wear them when the sun is out.   It was awesome.
My mom and I took advantage of the weather and went to our favorite beach town, Carmel.  Have you been there? 
If you haven't, don't worry...I'm going to show you some of the cutest, most beautiful homes the town has to offer! Almost all of the houses have this stunning view:

Look at those clear skies




One of my favorites:


This is another favorite:


Love this one, too! And it's for sale...Woohoo!!
Dontcha just love the shutters??


Which house is your favorite? Wouldn't you just love to live by the beach?


Love and Beach Houses,

59 comments

  1. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    Michaela! Beautiful post! I was actually going to ask you about houses in California, and then you post pictures! So how much would say the house that you posted that is for sale run for? As you know I am thinking about moving there however I have read up a lot on the housing market and how it is nearly impossible for someone to own a nice home in California. I am just curious your opinion, etc.

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  2. AnnMarch 29, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    Hmmm... I'd go for the first house,
    the one with the wonderful beach color of blue and white.

    And I'd love to live by the beach...♥

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  3. GabriellaMarch 29, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    I think I' go for the last one, or the one previous to that one.
    But to be honest, any house on the beach would do!
    xo

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  4. christine doneeMarch 29, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    The photo of the pink flowers is gorgeous. That would look so pretty in a flower series!

    I've only been to Carmel once. Need to go back.

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  5. ***March 29, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    I love the one right before the last one - so beautiful and gorgeous!

    I actually live on the beach right now and I love it. The only thing is I live in Boston so I can really enjoy the beach only 2 months out of the year but the views are spectacular all year around and I love taking walks on the beach on a cold stormy day as well.

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  6. amber lynnMarch 29, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    beautiful beach photos!!! i especially like the house with the blue door, so cute!!

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  7. Julia RyanMarch 29, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    LOVE the title of your post, too funny! Also, loving those beach houses, especially the one with the blue door!
    xoxox

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  8. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I love 2 & 5, but I would take any of them :) We still have snow outside...boo! Although it is sunny sometimes, it's freezing cold! Definitely need to find myself a gorgeous beach!

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  9. Simply LKJMarch 29, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Glad you got at least one day of sunshine on your break! Have a safe trip back to school. I have always wanted to go to Carmel!!

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  10. Tiffany @ Savor HomeMarch 29, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    I LOVE the beach! Its so calming and its the one place where can totally relax. Great photos. I'm loving 1st and 2nd homes The landscaping is beautiful!

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  11. Virginia BelleMarch 29, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    What a beautiful day! I'm happy to hear you got to enjoy some sun on your break. All of the houses are gorgeous, how could I ever pick one :) But I think the first is my favorite, it's so adorable!

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  12. Katie ParrishMarch 29, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    I love those houses! So beautiful!

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  13. LaurenMarch 29, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Beautiful pictures looks like a lovely day!

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  14. Lauren CaldwellMarch 29, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Oh my gosh! I want to visit there ASAP! I love all those little cottages! I think the very first one is my fave! :)

    xo! Lauren @ tickled.

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  15. Michelle @ Ten JuneMarch 29, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Which one did you pick out for me to buy?? It better be next door to yours! ;) We didn't make it down to Carmel when we were there last fall, but will have to put it on our list for next time! So gorgeous. I'm glad you're enjoying your break! xo

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  16. Shannon @ What's Up WhimsyMarch 29, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    I have always wanted to go to Carmel! I have heard such great things. The first one is my fav!

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  17. Balancing LisaMarch 29, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    ummmm....all of them are my favorite! What beautiful houses!!! Great pictures and glad you had a little sun on your trip!

    http://stilettosanddiaperbags.blogspot.com/

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  18. Diana SmithMarch 29, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    These beach houses are adorable! They are one pretty penny though hahah but I wouldn't mind that if I were rich!!

    Livy Love

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  19. Lil Mama StuartMarch 29, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    gorg picture of you on the beach. you always have good picture takers with you! I never get to be in pictures because I'm the one that knows how to use the camera ;)

    love Route 1!

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  20. AmandaMarch 29, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Gorgeous! It's been awhile since I've been up to Northern California. Thinking I may need to plan a trip now!!

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  21. KLMMarch 29, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Oh man. My fav[s] are 1, 2 and 5 [sorry couldn't pick just one lol]. But seriously, those houses are so cute it makes me sick. It also kind of reminds me of an area in Pensacola [here in Florida]. There are tons of large/cute homes that overlook the sound.

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  22. MeganMarch 29, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    i looooooooovvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeeee carmel. so.much.

    love love those houses.

    and that clear sky. ugh.

    got your text but i was sleeping. blype this week? great.

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  23. JessicaMarch 29, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    First time visitor :) Your blog is so cute and I look forward to reading more!!

    House # 2 and # 5 are my favorites!

    I'm thankful for blue skies today too, considering that yesterday i woke up to snow, and today it's sunny and the skies are clear (:

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  24. MichelleMarch 29, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Love your Friends style title! I love houses #2 and #3, even though ALL are gorgeoussss!! Looks like it was a beautiful day :)

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  25. KerryMarch 29, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    GORGEOUS! I love them all... but that first home completely inspired me to paint our front door a bright blue this spring! So cheery! Love it!

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  26. Sarah @ Upshaw - The Next GenerationMarch 29, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Every single house is beautiful!! I think I need to move there, asap! You should pretend you want to buy that one that's for sale so you can look in it!!!

    And yay for a wonderful break for you!

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  27. christine, just bellaMarch 29, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    LOVE these!! I would take any one of them if it meant I could live next to a beach. GORGEOUS.

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  28. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    I love the circle one - third one down. I'd buy that in a second! You know, if I was rich and all.

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  29. JennaMarch 29, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    I love Carmel - it is one of the cutest little towns in California :)

    Glad the sun decided to peek its head out for you!

    xoxo
    Jenna

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  30. simplyvonneMarch 29, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    i love all the houses!! i wouldnt mind living in any of them!

    Yeah weather here has been gloomy too except today so i might be taking some sunny pix too! :D

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  31. simplyvonneMarch 29, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    i love all the houses!! i wouldnt mind living in any of them!

    Yeah weather here has been gloomy too except today so i might be taking some sunny pix too! :D

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  32. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    such beautiful houses! love the beach
    xoxo em

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  33. NikkiMarch 29, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    I would LOVE to live in Carmel. The landscape and beach are so pretty there!

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  34. NuhaMarch 29, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    oh my goodness, I love it! The houses are like little cottages on the beach. I want one!

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  35. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    So glad you got some sunshine! It's beautiful there! xoxo

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  36. SophieMarch 29, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    I HAVE BEEN THERE! i absolutely loved Carmel. i went there with my family and thought it was just the cutest little beach town ever. i loved it! you look gorgeous Michaela! xx

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  37. BriannaMarch 29, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    I loooooooved the 5th one (: glad you got some sunshine on your trip!

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  38. Sam W.March 29, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    they all look so lovely! i must visit!

    yay for sunglasses!!

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  39. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    What a great town! You look so pretty on the beach!

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  40. SharstinMarch 29, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    looks fantastic! nothing better than some blue skies and beach! i want that cape cod style house! gorgeous~

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  41. jessica // union shoreMarch 29, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    1 and 5 are my faves, but i would take any of them!!

    and yay for sunglasses!! i've actually got to wear mine the past 2 days.. the downside-- its been freezing!! like only 20 degrees...

    spring will get here eventually!!
    i hope! :-)

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  42. Chaos and CoffeeMarch 29, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    LOVE the FRIENDS title!! And I LOVE LOVE LOVE Carmel....my uncle lived there for several years and we loved to visit there. Loved all the shops and the gorgeous houses. I love the first house and it's blue door.

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  43. natasha {schue love}March 29, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Love Love Love Carmel! Such a neat town. And you're too funny with the sunglasses comment! Tee-hee!

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  44. CandaceMarch 29, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    I would be down with any of these places:). What a beautiful place to live and gorgeous pictures!

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  45. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    Anything with the name Carmel would have to be beautiful - right?! I'd choose any of them! Carmel is one of the most beautiful beach towns!

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  46. MeganMarch 29, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    I want to visit there when I come to visit!! I'm so glad that you had one sunny day!! WOOHOO!

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  47. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum}March 29, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    I love Carmel!!! Such a charming town...so glad you were able to enjoy a beautiful, sunny day with your mom!

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  48. Megan // Honey We're HomeMarch 30, 2011 at 12:19 AM

    That first picture is just dreamy!!

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  49. Courtney BMarch 30, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    Oooh my gosh how beautiful!! Living in any of those houses would make me the happiest girl on earth!
    What a fun visit and so glad you got some sunshine!

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  50. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    I'm happy you got a little sunshine! Carmel is such a beautiful town. And that first house — I mean, when can I move in? The shutters! To die for. Gorgeous, gorgeous post :)

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  51. Gail@Sophisticated StepsMarch 30, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I'll take #1-6, please. :)

    So much character and architectural interest! Oh yeah...and they're on the beach. That's a plus.

    I could probably afford the pantry in one of them. Maybe a closet. Lol. Can't imagine the price tag on those beauties!

    Sophisticated Steps

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  52. Rhiannon BosseMarch 30, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Girl your comments are off the CHAIN!!! And these houses! I thought the first one was yours!! I was about to catch the next flight out :) Glad to hear you hit the beach on the sunny days love bug!! Miss you!! We keep missing each other!! XOXO

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  53. emilyMarch 30, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Carmel is gorgeous! Love all those pretty pictures you took. Could the sky be any bluer!?

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  54. katie [the bright life]March 30, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Yay for sunny CA weather! The second to last house is my favorite...those porches are to die for! Xo, Katie

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  55. TLFMarch 30, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Beautiful pictures!! My fav is the 2nd to last house!

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  56. LizMarch 31, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    I'm in love with them all, I can't pick just one! Looks like the cutest beach town ever, I want to visit Carmel!!!

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  57. AshleyMarch 31, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    so jealous of that beautiful beach and sunny skies - we're going on day of solid rain here ;). those houses are amazing!!!!

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  58. ValMarch 31, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    My heart is in love looking at these beautiful homes!!! Gorgeous!!

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  59. The Little FlapperMarch 31, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Now I wish I lived by the coast... In SA, Texas all we get is immensely hot summers...

    Your photos make me want to plan a trip though♥

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