Welcome Home!
I was reminiscing about my early years in Sausalito recently. Well, I had actually been thinking about my Love for the Golden Gate Bridge, which invariably leads to thoughts of the picturesque hillside community of Sausalito, adjacent to San Francisco. When filling out my Myspace/Facebook type pages, I tend to write “pick one” as my hometown, but, if forced to choose, Sausalito would be the real answer, as I spent the majority of my first five years there, and returned there for another year in later years. And, what a charming place it is!
My early home was up on one of the steep hills, overlooking the water, with fortunate views of San Francisco and glimpses of my BeLoved Golden Gate Bridge. After mom had put me to bed at night, I would sneak out of bed, stand on my little bench and stare out the window at the glitter magnificence of it all in awe, wonder and utter delight.
My mom would Lovingly put me in my stroller and walk us down the hill for adventures along the World-renowned waterfront. It has a Mediterranean feel, breathtaking views which draws tourists from around the globe.
Our journeys along the boulevard were often accompanied by hikers, bikers, and the many people disembarking from ferries carrying them from across the bay. The water itself was often busy with various nautical activities; the sailboats, windsurfers and occasional cargo or passenger ship were other points of interest, adding to the overall charm of the city on the bay. But, my greatest fascination was with the Bufano sea lion sculpture. Okay, it was Lovely if real sea lions were visiting as well, but would the tide be low enough to see that Beautiful sea lion I so adored as a little girl?
The famous downtown fountain
If the adventure continued past the center of Sausalito, we would arrive at the marina, where the sailboats line up in row after row, and following this sat the very intriguing houseboats. At least, I have always found them to be quite fascinating. Otis Redding’s Doc of the Bay comes to mind, so I’m guessing I’m not alone on this one! 
*giggle*
When my mom emailed me yesterday asking if there was any chance that I wanted to meet her in Sausalito for Easter brunch, I smiled. Yes, mom, that sounds exactly right to me. How Lovely is that? Wow! It seems like the perfect meeting place, which now lies between us, a reasonable distance for an impromptu visit between BeLoved mother and daughter. YAY! It feels so good to be home.
Love and Blessings,
Antonia
8 Comments
Kathryn/plantwhateverbringsyoujoy.com
April 11, 2009What a beautiful post, Antonia! Now I’m *really* looking forward to the Easter visit! You’ve captured all the wonderful highlights! Love, Mom xoxo
Antonia
April 11, 2009Thanks, mom! I cannot wait to meet you there! Lovely! Lovely!
Love you,
Antonia
xoxox
Cyndee
April 11, 2009This is just SO fun following both you & your mom!
I love this post & all the pictures. I just met the sea lion sculpture this last Monday while I was down there w/ a friend.
I can only begin to imagine what it was like to live there when you were little & as you said get back up to see all of the twinkling lights.
You are an absolute delight & I hope to get to meet you some day. Angeles sends her deep regards!
Have a glorious time w/ your mom tomorrow!
Happy Easter!
Antonia
April 11, 2009Thank you so much, Cyndee!
Isn’t the sea lion sculpture wonderful! Love him!!
Awww! Would be a pleasure to meet you some day, Dear One!
Have a most Joyful Celebration as well!
Blessings,
Antonia
Pamela Ka‘imiloa Polland
April 13, 2009Hey Girl,
As Easter Sunday comes to a close, I wonder how your Sausalito celebration was with mom. I hope the weather complied and the food was as yummy as the memories. Sending you all the usual love.
Your very own, FGM, p.
Antonia
April 13, 2009Hello Lovely FGM! Thanks for the visit & sweet thoughts!
Being able to meet mom, having lunch in Beautiful Sausalito..
Lovely!
it was all so very Special! We had great fun together!!
I hope your celebration was Wonderful!
Love and *hugs*,
Antonia
David
May 7, 2009A…I love this story and could feel you as you took us back to your childhood, and what wonder filled memories. You are such a delightful human being. I send you my love D
Antonia
May 8, 2009Thank you, David! Yes, my memories of Sausalito are very special and treasured.
Love and Blessings,
Antonia