Beginning
“Start the day early with my wife and our dog Hime — grab a coffee and croissant from Ad Astra and head to Carmel Beach. We let Hime run and throw the ball while the fog’s still hanging out over the ocean. It’s quiet, just the three of us and the sound of the waves.”

Middle
“Top down, we take a slow drive down Highway 1 — no rush, just cruising. Stop at Big Sur River Inn, sit in the river with a drink and some lunch, maybe take a few photos if the light hits right. Just enjoying the drive and the day.”

End
“Meet up with friends and family back in Carmel for dinner at Aubergine or Chez Noir. Good food, great wine, maybe finish with a bourbon. No schedule, just time well spent with people I care about.”