Even approaching the end of the blooming season these fields swept us off our feet and inspired baby bear to take over the lens. 
While one of her favorite pastimes is to chase birds in flight, the camera has to be a close runner up. 
These fields may even be worth seeing when the petals first burst open with their boastful colors that can be seen from the much-traveled highway; I thought we may be better off not being crushed by the mob of floraphiles by postponing the visit toward the end of their bloom.
Despite missing their peak bloom they were photogenic enough and full of hope—their open petals still welcoming the birds and the bees to feast on their pollen. Baby bear remained vigilant and confident in her new interest with the device that most often captures her adventures. She sees me tinkering with it, why not me she thinks. It has become perfunctory now whenever she sees me pull it out, she makes a dash for it. At least she prefers to wear the strap so that may save the delicate device from smashing to bits, but it also doesn’t have far to fall from at her height. I let her explore with her new curiosity; I hope one day I don’t regret it.
I’m hopeful that without my intervention this little-artist-in-the-making may see new developments from her perspective and create something magnificent just as the army of florals we witnessed.
And just as the momentum of summer is swelling, and every day is a new day that generates ample sun and new adventures for us to photograph, we can only hope to be swept off our feet even more. What adventures will you delve into this summer?
*Earrings and two-toned sunglasses from H&M. Baby bear’s shoes also from H&M. 
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Lovely pictures:))
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Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a lovely comment. It was quite the vista.
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I hope she will have her mothers’ talent with the camera, With Love
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I hope she will be better! xoxo
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To a summer filled with many wonderful adventures!
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Yes and may our adventures collide with your adventures soon! Happy Summer!
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Are these the flower fields in Carlsbad??
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They sure are!
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We must be neighbors!
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Yes, it’s not bad of a drive for us (without traffic of course). Have you been?
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Nope, we just look at it from the road. I’ve heard it’s pricey if you want to go in and walk around. Was it?
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I can’t believe you drive by and haven’t seen it. There is a fee unfortunately, I think it was $15 for adults only but you can hang out as long as you want. I suppose someone has to pay for all that water.
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Maybe one of these days we’ll stop in. It’s still impressive from the road. It certainly makes it easier to see the whole thing in its impressive entirety.
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You should take a peek inside one day, the kids are free so they can go running amuck in there–there is even a maze!
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Oh wow! I didn’t know about the maze! How fun!
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Yep, it’s a high one and with little ones it could get harry if they don’t stick by your side. I stopped to take photos and couldn’t see my friend ahead of me who is my height.
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Good to know!
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Hope you get to enjoy!
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I’ve been to the wonderful ranunculus fields, but it’s been awhile. I had hoped to go this year and we just ran out of time…and then here you are, going later, smart! I never even considered that. I’m retiring soon so we can go next spring and I can avoid the weekend crowd. 🙂 Your photos of Baby Bear are just so great, Cristina. You honestly could show these in a public exhibit. She outshines the gorgeous flowers!
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You are so sweet, thank you as always for your kind words. Yes, no need for fresh flowers in our nest with her around, we agree! I do hope you get a chance to see them again and can’t wait to hear about your next adventures!
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Cute pictures. Kids just love being outside and it shows 🙂
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Thank you…yes the great outdoors, as long as the weather agrees with us we are loving the outdoors.
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I somehow missed this one! Beautiful photos! This looks like it is near my home town. It’s called Lompoc, in Santa Barbara County off the 1 and near the 101. 🙂
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Thank you…I am glad you stumbled upon it. It’s in San Diego County, the flower fields in Carlsbad, but Santa Barbara County is just as beautiful!
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Oh, Carlsbad is lovely! I didn’t they had such beautiful flower fields! We’ve only been for Legoland. 🙂 Good luck with adjusting to your new environment!!
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Yes, they are seasonal…plan a trip in the spring to see them. Thank you for the lucky wishes we need them.
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