One of the things I miss most about Southern California, dare I say the only thing I miss (other than the people), is the beach.  NorCal beaches, as gorgeous and dramatic as they are, are not lay out and play in the ocean beaches.  It's just way too cold up here.  So, for the past few years, Adm and I have traveled some place super warm each winter during our wedding season lull.  A couple of weeks ago, we went to Baja California in Mexico.  The beaches were absolutely perfect, and it was just what I needed to get my ocean fix for a few days.