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San Diego Shenanigans

May 11, 2015 by Meghan 41 Comments

We’ve already established I’m a kiss and tell type person, much to my parents chagrin (Sorry guys. Love you.).       

It’s part of the reason I feel compelled to spill the low down and dirty details of our trip last week, which isn’t surprising considering I like to share: stories, granola, toothbrushes, shenanigans or inappropriate little morsels of information like who went topless in public yesterday. Confession: it wasn’t me although had I been there, I would have partaken. I figure I’ve only got a few topless years left so I better get to steppin’.  

In any event, I spent the past several days in San Diego with the Hubby (he who shall not be named), Laura, who is shamelessly saucy, and Lucie, my vanilla gorilla sister. I’d love to call these ladies Hans and Franz, except Laura was probably only 12 at the time and might not get my SNL reference. 

Shenanigans ensued and being the blabbermouth I am, a Tell All Expose Blog Post seems fitting.

Laura and LucieLet’s play.

I have a mild obsession with flowers, and by mild I mean borderline inappropriate. I was this close to smuggling succulent plants on the plane ride home. I regret my law-abiding ways.   

California Flower

California Succulents

Rose Garden San Diego

Rose Garden Yellow Roses

Balboa Park Cactus Garden

Balboa Park Cactus Garden Flowers

(Did you see the little green bug in the yellow rose picture?)

It’s cold in San Diego. Forget the palm tree sunshine nonsense, I was freezing and spent the better part of our trip in my travel sweatshirt and heavy duty socks, consuming coffee or booze to keep warm.

Coffee, Sweats and Socks

On day two, I took a dive while out running with the Hubby. Thankfully, my cat like reflexes kicked in and instead of eating asphalt, I did a move I refer to as the “tuck and roll,” which is exactly what it sounds like, a nice and nimble mid-run somersault, where I instantly spring back to my feet. The passing traffic appreciated my acrobatics.  

San Diego MusuemThere are a lot of hills in San Diego. I wasn’t expecting that, and since we walked pretty much everywhere, including an interesting and slightly tipsy trip to the zoo, I’m fairly certain my non-ass ass is an eighth of an inch tighter. This pleases me to no end.

I met a new friend. We played together every single day.

Luka San Diego Pup

Most days, I played with these ladies too.   

Laura, Meg and Lucie

Lucie and Meg

Laura and Meg

The Hubby said he’d never met anyone with a dirtier mind than me. Then I introduced him to Laura, who made even the most touristy of things naughty. Turns out, this lovely lady goes commando. The statue that is, not Laura.

Laura as a Tourist

I ate bacon again; twice.

Prophylactics were purchased.

A bathroom trip inspired an entire discussion about asparagus. You know why.

Lucie
We had grand plans to squeeze in an afternoon CrossFit session. We opted to drink margaritas and eat Mexican food instead. Oops.

Margaritas

Mexican Appetizer Platter

Laura had to handle a work call, so I taught her birds this little ditty. You’re welcome.

Snooze in Hillcrest is definitely worth the wait.

Snooze Drink Menu

Snooze Scrambled Egg Taco BreakfastThe amount of pictures three bloggers take can only be described as obscene. Also, the Hubby can now add photographer and videographer to his resume.

Laura, Meg and Lucie Remix

Lucie with Meg PhotoBomb

Meg, Lucie and Laura

 

Meg and Lucie Kitchen Shenanigans

 Meg and Lucie Photographing LunchLaura's Egg Breakfast

Despite our shared passions, we do have our own unique viewpoints. Same beer tasting, each with a different spin. 

Lucie's Beers

 Laura's BeersMeghan's Beers

Suffice to say, the Hubby and I had the best time in San Diego. Thank you to our lovely hosts, Laura and Lucie, who made our stay more than enjoyable, food filled and with booze a plenty. Oh and about that topless thing, I don’t kiss and tell.  

When was your last blogger meet up? Did shenanigans ensue? When’s your next one? Mine’s in four days.    

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  1. Pip {Cherries & Chisme} says

    May 11, 2015 at 7:23 AM

    Ahhh this looks so awesome!! Those plants are pretty spectacular too, definitely should’ve done some smuggling there.
    I’m lucky enough to live in the same city as Cat and see her every week or two which I love!! Always coffee (or wine..), food and gossip. Perfection.
    Fingers crossed we’re having a UK bloggers meet up at the end of June too, though I am jealous that you guys have blend!
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    • Meghan says

      May 11, 2015 at 9:14 PM

      You’ll just have to come to Blend next year, although it’s awesome you get to see Cat all the time.
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  2. Khushboo says

    May 11, 2015 at 7:33 AM

    Ah so much fun – loved this recap! Looks like Lucie missed the memo to wear cobalt blue ;)! I’m waiting for the day you and I have a blog meet-up missy…we need to make it happen! The last one I had was last summer when I was in London- it’s always nice to meet someone in the flesh, although also kinda creepy as you already know so much about them and you’re only meeting for the first time haha! And just for the record, margaritas > crossfit….always!
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    • Meghan says

      May 11, 2015 at 9:17 PM

      Yes, it would be so fun to meet up. I would love to come to India too. It’s on my list of places to visit!!
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  3. Kirsten says

    May 11, 2015 at 7:42 AM

    Is it sad that my last blogger meet up was canning tomatoes in your kitchen last August?
    You had me drinking peach kombucha beer at lunchtime–that’s enough of shenanigans for me!
    Looks like a wonderful time–very glad you guys went.
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    • Meghan says

      May 11, 2015 at 9:18 PM

      Not even a little bit sad considering we had an awesome time. Day drinking and canned tomatoes will do that to ya.
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  4. Michele @ paleorunningmomma says

    May 11, 2015 at 8:07 AM

    I’m still dying laughing over the commando photo 🙂 Too much awesomeness to comment on just one thing, other than I want a blogger meetup!
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    • Meghan says

      May 11, 2015 at 9:18 PM

      You’ll have to come to Blend next year!!
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  5. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

    May 11, 2015 at 8:39 AM

    I’d be super crazy jealous if I didn’t know that I was going to see both you and Lucie in THREE DAYS! Holy snap. I can’t believe it’s so soon. And I hope we’ll get up to some fun shenanigans, but I’m not even entirely sure what all we can do over there that doesn’t involve partying in the bushes? 😆 Probably time to Google where exactly it is that we’re going and come up with doe kind of game plan…
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    • Meghan says

      May 11, 2015 at 9:24 PM

      I should bring a crazy game or something.

      Also you talk about partying in the bushes like it’s a bad thing.
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  6. Tara says

    May 11, 2015 at 8:52 AM

    So glad you had a great time in San Diego! That sculpture reminded me of an erotic sculpture park that I went to in Korea, and I really feel like you would appreciate it (it’s called Loveland if you want to google it). I wrote a blog post about it way back when, though admittedly some of the racier photos did not make it onto the blog for fear of offending my grandfather…

    I’m no blogger but I’d love to meet up…okay, that sounded like a bad pick-up line. But it’s true!

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    • Meghan says

      May 11, 2015 at 9:25 PM

      Oh my god, the park is incredible. I have to go there now. Not right this second, but it’s officially on the list.

      Yes, we definitely need to brunch together and drink all the mimosas.
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  7. Juli @1000lovelythings says

    May 11, 2015 at 8:55 AM

    Remember those little snorts and giggles I spoke of when I read your posts? Forget that! I just spilled tears laughing at all the sass! I’ve been stalking your instagrams over the weekend and it has been very worth it! Looked so fabulous!
    Kudos to your hubby! What a brave man!
    Oh yeah and you absolutely needed the booze just to stay warm 😉
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    • Meghan says

      May 11, 2015 at 9:26 PM

      Booze always helps keep me warm. 🙂

      Yeah, the Hubby was definitely amused by the three of us. He thought one was bad and then he met two more just like me. Ha!!
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  8. Suzy says

    May 11, 2015 at 10:20 AM

    Ohhhh so cool so cool so cool! Glad you had such a fun time. And yes, asparagus pee is a science experiment! It’s always a race to see whose pee smells like asparagus first! Quite exciting. And let’s not even talk about what happens to poo after a beet feast. It’s like a crime scene!
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    • Meghan says

      May 11, 2015 at 9:27 PM

      Not everyone who consumes asparagus experiences the bathroom effect. Crazy right? Mind blown. 🙂
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  9. meredith @ The Cookie ChRUNicles says

    May 11, 2015 at 11:36 AM

    I was in San Diego once and it’s gorgeous!!!! I seriously didn’t want to come home to NY after that trp…I haven’t had a blogger meet up probably since the Runner’s World Festival in the fall but have plans to meet up with some local bloggers soon!
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    • Meghan says

      May 11, 2015 at 9:29 PM

      Have fun with your meet up. Hopefully Arman will be one of them.
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  10. danielle says

    May 11, 2015 at 11:44 AM

    yeehaw! that’s my kind of trip. super-cala-frajalistic-expia-lido-shessssss woman, your fun times look PHEnomenAL!!!!!! all looks like so much fun, i love it all. and the flowers, they are all gorgeous and i’m sorry you had to part ways. if you didn’t then i won’t tell and secretly high five you. you gals seemed like a terrific trio of trouble, tickles, tequila, and badassery.
    my next trip is to DC where i will be sure to find trouble and much, much more. we moved it to june 12 because we just can’t wait till july 😀 and honestly i don’t feel like traveling with the plebs on a holiday weekend. no offense to those that are, i’m usually one of them. not this time, this july 4th we’ll be enjoying the skyline views from our new abode. yay. and of course with our furry babies.
    i’ll be sharing my blog with you shortly… it’s not up to my liking yet but i’ll let you preview it before the masses…. hahaha right. anyway.
    cheers to your trip and cheers to life!

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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:31 PM

      I am so honored you’ve chosen to share your blog with little ol’ me. THANK YOU! And I cannot wait to read all about your DC trip soon.
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  11. Jen @ Chase the Red Grape says

    May 11, 2015 at 12:17 PM

    I love crossfit but even I would give up my workout in exchange for margaritas! It’s a no brainer!
    I really really wish I could meet up with all you state side bloggers – it seems like most of the HLB community are over your neck of the woods!
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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:31 PM

      I know. It would be awesome to meet you and David too. Maybe skip a CrossFit class for margaritas.
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  12. caren says

    May 11, 2015 at 12:45 PM

    mmmk…. a boozy mexican lunch beats crossfit any day, but I want to address the BACON bits.

    LOL… have they corrupted you?

    Looks like you guys had an awesome trip! Yeah, Cali can be kinda chilly, but it’s still really pretty 🙂
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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:33 PM

      It’s getting pretty scary right? First bacon and now CrossFit. 🙂 🙂
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  13. Chris says

    May 11, 2015 at 12:58 PM

    Fun times indeed! I forgive the passing of CrossFit for drinks. But… think how much more awesome they would’ve been post workout!! Haha.

    Side note… I went topless this weekend.
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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:34 PM

      You have officially been granted access into the topless club.
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  14. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    May 11, 2015 at 4:39 PM

    I am dying laughing. And super impressed you used the word chagrin in a blog post. I just taught it to Lucie. And tell your hubs I’m still super honored to have a dirtier mind than even you. That sailor girl was asking for it though.

    I’m so sad not to be at Blend, but I’ll raise tipsy glass in you guys’ honor from Greece. Mwah!
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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:35 PM

      I am so glad we came to San Diego. The Hubby and I had a phenomenal time with you and Lucie. I can’t wait to meet Vegas on our next trip. 🙂
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  15. Brittany says

    May 11, 2015 at 6:27 PM

    YAHHOOOO MY FAVORITE, and I CANNOT WAIT UNTIL OURS!! My last one wasss…with Gigi in LA last September (holy hell that was long ago) and my NEXT ONE is on Sunday!! YAY!
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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:36 PM

      I know. I’m super excited for you to come to Cleveland. We are going eat, drink, and be merry with a side of frolicking and odd picture taking.
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  16. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    May 11, 2015 at 7:50 PM

    I am so glad YOU took time off to enjoy yourself and with a fabulous bunch. I’m tempted to avoid your blog for the next two weeks out of jealousy 😉
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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:37 PM

      The only thing that would make any of these trips better is to have you with us.
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  17. Jessica says

    May 12, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    Mexican food does not just trump Cross fit. It trumps everything…
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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:38 PM

      Amen!!
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  18. Hayley @ Full of Life says

    May 12, 2015 at 10:35 AM

    This looks like a blast. My family used to have a home in La Jolla (an area of San Diego) and it was one of my favorite places in the world. You girls look like a good time 😉

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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:39 PM

      I think you just likened us to ladies of the night.

      I’m okay with it though. 🙂
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  19. Chelsea @ Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says

    May 13, 2015 at 7:42 PM

    Puppy!!! Whose is it? I want one!

    Also, please teach me your tuck and roll trick. I could seriously use it (and so could my knees and wrists lol).

    Anyways, sounds like it was a fabulous time! I can’t even remember when my last blogger meet up was. Does that make you feel sorry enough for me that you’d come visit me next? 😉
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    • Meghan says

      May 18, 2015 at 12:41 PM

      The cute little doggie belonged to the owner of the place we stayed. Such a friendly pup too.

      Toronto is not that far away, and I’ll actually be in Canada sometime in July, Fort Erie to be exact. We should definitely talk and see if we can’t arrange a meet.
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      • Chelsea @ Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says

        May 18, 2015 at 3:16 PM

        That would be awesome! If you’ll have access to a car, there are some fantastic wineries and restaurants less than 30 min away from there!
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        • Meghan says

          May 19, 2015 at 6:05 AM

          I’ll message you.
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