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Photo Album: 13 Photographs That Will Make You Miss California More Than Ever

A experience never to be forgotten.

Claire Lin
Jun 24, 2019
Alpharetta, Georgia
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Life is beautiful. Life, full of joy, vibrancy and blessings, is beautiful.

When I went to California for a week at the beginning of June, I wasn't expecting much. Perhaps I was excited about the fiery orange sunsets and the unwavering palm trees, but other than that, I was just happy that junior finally came to a close. However, when I arrived, greeted with the blistering heat of the San Francisco air, I beheld a whole new world of beauty. Here are 13 photos that portray just the least of how beautiful life is. Enjoy.

Let's start off with California wildlife.

From escaping crabs...

Crab escaping from net. Claire Lin

to bleary eyed sea birds,

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and seagulls,

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and more seagulls,

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California wildlife could hardly compare to the squirrels of Atlanta. Oh, did I mention seals too?

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Moving on to plants now, these Instagram-worthy succulents could work with #nofilter.

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And let's not forget the scenic views of California's beaches.

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While nature held the keys to life, man-made architecture also captured hearts from around the world.

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Rodeo drive held (perhaps) the most beautiful scenes inside and outside its luxury boutiques.

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And, of course, we must all try In-and-Out!

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And finally, even on the way home, beauty continued to flourish in the air.

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Disclaimer: All photos are my own unless stated.

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