The Coastal Architectures

I took Monday off for the long weekend. Gloria, Samuel and I took a short road trip to visit Steve's office at Marina Del Rey. Marina Del Rey is a nice coastal town in Santa Monica close by Venice Beach. I envy Steve for wokring in such a nice town..... I love Santa Monica - even better than Orange County. It has that typical coastal town life style - very relax and laid back, but most importantly it also has a special artistic feeling. It's different than OC's stuck up attitude. As we drove around the town, it's interesting to see the contrast of architectures in this town. There are those millions dollar houses near the coast - similar to those Newport Beach houses. Glamorous parties with Dom Perignon all year round. You can also see those cute charming beach apartment. Blue Roof with beauty flower at the balcony. it makes you want to just sit there, drink ice tea, and read some book - what a great way to enjoy a hot summer afternoon. Those beach apartments remind me a lot of my college life at Santa Barbara. Our little apartment at Goleta. Although the buildings were old and samll, but the walking distance to the ocean made it all worth it. The commerical building around here are also very unique. I felt like I was at Havana or some South America town. or China... I wonder what kind of food do they serve at Mao's kitchen. Santa Monica is like a mixed pot. It's colorful and has soul. Each has it's own charm. That's why I like this town so much.