Get your hustle on and experience the BroZone craze all over again with Poppy, Branch, Viva, and Tiny Diamond in DreamWorks Animation’s TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sing-Along Edition available on Digital, 4K UHD, Blu-rayTM and DVD January 16, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Highlighting a spectacular soundtrack of original and classic songs, TROLLS BAND TOGETHER […]
August 25: Toast to National Whisky Sour Day with Sir Rod Stewart’s Ooh La La Cocktail
If you’re like me, you’ve listened to Rod Stewart for 3 decades and know he’s the coolest (and I’ll say it now, one of the sexiest) rockers around! High school mornings had Maggie May and Some Guys Have All the Luck on full blast on my boom box, while my car cassette deck had Infatuation and Young Turks pumping through […]
The Surfjack Hotel and Swim Club, Waikiki
I follow a Facebook group dedicated to students of the University of Hawaii, Manoa. Our son has been a civil engineering student on the island of Oahu for the past 4 years. We were planning our trip for February, 2022 and there were a lot of suggestions posted in the group, one was for the […]
Apartment Hunting in Austin
Austin is a thriving city full of charming suburbs and offers plenty of benefits. It has something for everyone and it caters to a range of lifestyles. You’re sure to find an Austin neighborhood that matches both your current budget and priorities. Although trying to find an apartment in the perfect location can seem tricky, […]
Explore Eco-Tourism in Riviera Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit, home to hundreds of lush forests, breathtaking waterfalls, and colorful marine life, is undoubtedly an extraordinary place to connect with nature. With even more activities to enjoy this summer, the stunning 200-mile stretch of coastline on the Western border of Mexico is the destination of the year for an unforgettable eco vacation. These […]
Travel
Apartment Hunting in Austin
Austin is a thriving city full of charming suburbs and offers plenty of benefits. It has something for everyone and it caters to a range of lifestyles. You’re sure to find an Austin neighborhood that matches both your current budget and priorities. Although trying to find an apartment in the perfect location can seem tricky, […]
Explore Eco-Tourism in Riviera Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit, home to hundreds of lush forests, breathtaking waterfalls, and colorful marine life, is undoubtedly an extraordinary place to connect with nature. With even more activities to enjoy this summer, the stunning 200-mile stretch of coastline on the Western border of Mexico is the destination of the year for an unforgettable eco vacation. These […]
Photography
Top Tips for Taking Great Holiday Pics on Your Smartphone
There is a lot of criticism over the use of smartphones but they are now the #1 way of taking holiday pics. All those photos of landmarks, exotic fruits and quirky poses go straight from phone to social media in an instant. Some are so good they are destined to hang in the home in […]
9 Great Places to Take Photos in Oahu
I’m sure the first thing you thought when you read my title is, “there are only 9 great places to take photos in Oahu?!” Which of course isn’t the case. Every spot on the island is pretty magnificent, but while we visited in July, these were the spots that gave us frame-worthy travel shots! If […]
Food & Drink
August 25: Toast to National Whisky Sour Day with Sir Rod Stewart’s Ooh La La Cocktail
If you’re like me, you’ve listened to Rod Stewart for 3 decades and know he’s the coolest (and I’ll say it now, one of the sexiest) rockers around! High school mornings had Maggie May and Some Guys Have All the Luck on full blast on my boom box, while my car cassette deck had Infatuation and Young Turks pumping through […]
St. Patrick’s Day Stella Rosa Cocktail
Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, Stella Rosa Wines releases new cocktail recipe to celebrate the day! If you are staying home, going out, or just need a cocktail this one is for you! Made with the new Stella Rosa Golden Honey Peach, this cocktail is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Add […]
Home & Family
TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sing-Along Edition #TrollsBandTogether
Get your hustle on and experience the BroZone craze all over again with Poppy, Branch, Viva, and Tiny Diamond in DreamWorks Animation’s TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sing-Along Edition available on Digital, 4K UHD, Blu-rayTM and DVD January 16, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Highlighting a spectacular soundtrack of original and classic songs, TROLLS BAND TOGETHER […]
Overcoming Years of Needle Anxiety
This post is made possible with support from the Meg Foundation. All opinions are my own. We learned about our son’s needle anxiety when he was 10 years old. After months of seasonal medicine and eye drops, our doctor finally prescribed allergy shots every 3 months. Quick and easy, we thought! The first shot came […]
Hotel & Resort Reviews
The Surfjack Hotel and Swim Club, Waikiki
I follow a Facebook group dedicated to students of the University of Hawaii, Manoa. Our son has been a civil engineering student on the island of Oahu for the past 4 years. We were planning our trip for February, 2022 and there were a lot of suggestions posted in the group, one was for the […]
Safe Travels 2021: Carmel by the Sea
What are some of the things I’ve missed most about this past year? One thing, obviously, is the feeling of safety, what that means, and how do we accomplish it. It’s been a challenge for myself and my family, but in many ways we are finally seeing the sun through the dark clouds. Mostly though, […]
Wine
Romantic Vendange Carmel: Holman Ranch Winery Themed Room
How many times do you revisit a special hotel in a special place because of it’s amenities, hospitality, or proximity to town? For us it’s often and we definitely have our favorite locations in Carmel by the Sea that we enjoy repeatedly for a romantic staycation. One in particular is the Vendange Carmel Inn and […]
Napa Valley Wine Train: Valley First Winery Tour to Raymond Vineyards
One of our favorite excursions while visiting the Napa Valley is hopping aboard the Wine Train. Whether it’s a roundtrip up and down the valley enjoying the views and the phenomenal food or a one-way trip with that same gourmet cuisine and then a visit to a nearby winery, the Napa Valley Wine Train is […]
Entertainment
TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sing-Along Edition #TrollsBandTogether
Get your hustle on and experience the BroZone craze all over again with Poppy, Branch, Viva, and Tiny Diamond in DreamWorks Animation’s TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sing-Along Edition available on Digital, 4K UHD, Blu-rayTM and DVD January 16, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Highlighting a spectacular soundtrack of original and classic songs, TROLLS BAND TOGETHER […]
Broadway Under the Stars Kicks Off their 2019 Season in Sonoma County with A Chorus Line
It’s showtime in Wine Country as Transcendence Theatre Company opens its 2019 “Broadway Under the Stars” summer season with “A Chorus Line,” this June. With a cast of Broadway and touring professionals, my oldest daughter and I will be attending the outdoor production featuring the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning music at Jack London […]
Cars
2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Review
When the Electric Storm blue 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SE AWD SUV pulled up into my driveway last month, I was so excited to get behind the wheel. The color just screamed exciting and yet calm and I knew our road trip was going to be both of those things. I am somewhat familiar with […]
A Few Great Things about the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0 GT
I can’t believe that in just 2 short months my son will be getting his driver’s license. My oldest has been driving for two years now and commutes from college each weekend to work. More and more each day I respect cars and car manufacturers to keep my family comfortable but mostly safe on the […]
