HOLLYWOOD HIKE

The Hollywood hike is a must for people who live in L.A. I mean how can you live in this city and not want to see the sign up close? It's a simple hike, all uphill, and it's mostly paved. If you want a little challenge like we did you can take this short cut up a rather steep dirt/rock path instead of taking walking all the way around. I didn't get a picture of it but I think if you look on yelp there should be one. You come across it in the beginning of the hike, and let me tell you it had be huffing and puffing from there on up. Like I said it's a fun and easy hike I just wished that the view of the city wasn't so smoggy,  nonetheless it was beautiful. Afterwards, we rewarded ourselves with food from Urth Caffe. I liked the food but that Spanish latte was better than anything I've ever tasted. I swear to myself that anytime I'm near Urth Caffe I will stop to get myself a latte, that's how yummy it is.

VENICE BEACH

The only thing that makes me want to go to Venice is this little stand along the corner of the boardwalk called Poke-Poke. They have the best poke I've ever tasted so far in California. Sure it's no comparison to the ono poke bowls back home but I say it's pretty close. I also tried an acai bowl for the first time. I know I know, I'm super late but I was always hesitant to try it because I thought I wouldn't like it. It was good but it's not something I'd crave. I'm not a big fan of coconuts, bananas, and blueberry but everything other than that I really enjoyed. 

HAPPY AUTUMN

I'm welcoming Fall with open arms this year. I'm excited to finally experience a something other than Hawaii's tropical weather. A new season calls for a new flower arrangement bought to me by none other than my boyfriend. 

For the past few weeks I've been working and going to the gym 6 days a week. It's actually quite impressive for me. I've always gone to the gym, but next to Kevin "the gym rat" my workouts only consisted of cardio. He's got me eating real good healthy food and doing a lot of weight training, so when Saturday (cheat day) rolls around best believe we feast. Last week our cheat day choice was Seoul Sausage Co. I recommend  getting the sausage and the flaming balls. The store is small and there's limited space to sit but the food is delicious. You won't be disappointed, I promise. 

LOVE AFFAIR

Echo Park

Walt Disney Concert Hall

Grand Park

Out of boredom my boyfriend and I went to explore the city on Friday. Going sightseeing in a city you're unfamiliar with is actually quite invigorating. It's amazing I'm still amused with the fact that I live here even after 3 months. This city is filled with endless beauty and adventure. I don't think I'll ever get over it. I have a love affair with life & L.A.