I haven't done anything fun except take SAT classes this summer, so I was really looking forward to this trip. Started the day off by picking up Irena & being stuck in traffic for two hours. sigh.
I paid for reserved parking the night before, because trying to find parking on a Saturday is a big pain in the butt. It was a small public parking, and they parked the car for us. Also, it was right around the corner from Third Street and a five minute walk to the pier.
I got pretty bummed when we arrived and it was all cloudy. It was windy but when the wind stopped, it got stuffy really quick. On the other hand, good vibes and great street shows made it a million times better.
I was really excited to go on the pier, but honestly, it wasn't that exciting. Maybe it was the weather, or maybe I just got a headache from hearing all the kids scream on rides. Prices weren't bad. $6 for rides and $4 for games. We decided not to go on any of the rides or play the games, so we took photo booth pictures and got dipping dots ice cream before heading down to the beach.
Two failed polaroids....
The beach itself was amazing. The water wasn't freezing cold and the waves weren't huge.
We decided to go under the pier to take pictures... but there were some SHADY people... other than that, it was super pretty!
huge thanks to the person who took the polaroid for us!!
and the sun FINALLY came out at 6pm...
For dinner, we decided to go to Johnny Rockets... nothing special, but we got cool ketchup drawings... and lots of foooooood. ♥‿♥
Sunset was covered by clouds... I was pretty disappointed... but I guess it was just a bad day.
So we went back to the pier....
meet my momma! :)
and pictures with the famous santa monica sign....
Third Street Promenade is spectacular at night. Lots of people, music, street shows, and good vibes.
Bought my first ever Brandy Melville clothing, but it was just a plain grey tee. x)
Overall, it was a wonderful day spent with my best friend and the best parents in the world. I was dead tired and slept the whole day Sunday but it was all worth the unforgettable memories. ♡♡♡
