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If I had to describe a “clean diet” in one sentence, it would be: "Freshly cooked or prepared meals made from whole food with an emphasis on plant-based foods and greens." Fuel your body with fresh nutrients and avoiding overly-processed fast foods.
Read MoreThis blog post gives you some great options for summer festivals and events where you can feel comfortable bringing your littles ones. Some of them are even dog-friendly too!
In California we have beautiful summer weather and it’s a shame to spend too much time indoors. Summer festivals are definitely a thing in Cali, but most of them are too loud and rowdy for families with children.
Read MoreOne of the biggest aha moments I've had in my own wellness journey was discovering the power in taking daily probiotics. For as long as I can remember, I've always had abdominal discomfort, regularity and bloating issues. In the past it was such an issue that I could only wear fashion styles that didn't put any pressure on my abdomen.
Finally I went to a holistic doctor who recommended probiotics. At the time probiotic supplements weren't nearly as common as they are now and I had never heard of them. After consistently taking probiotics for a few weeks, I noticed considerable improvements in my abdomen comfort, energy levels and overall wellbeing. Yay for probiotics!
Read MoreMy husband and I traveled very often before we had our baby daughter Scout, and we still wanted to continue our adventures as parents. At four-months-old we took Scout to New York City during the autumn season, and then at 6-months we took her to Oahu in Hawaii.
I was definitely nervous about flying with a baby for the first time, but it turned out to be fairly smooth. I did have some learning experiences that I will definitely be sharing in this blog post, and many more tips to help parents plan their baby-friendly air travel.
Read MoreThere's two times during the day when I do my best to take a moment and pause from the crazy shuffle of work life and parenthood. I put time aside in the morning to set myself up for success by creating a game plan, and secondly at night to unwind and shake off any stress from the day. For myself the mark of a good day is a productive one, where I feel like I accomplished everything I had planned.
Read MoreEvery time I've had friends and family come and visit San Francisco for the first time, they always want to explore Fisherman's Wharf. This 10 block stretch is filled with sights to see and things to do. Coming from a gal who has been to this area of San Francisco many times in my life, in this blog post I break down my favorite spots worth visiting.
Read MoreCalifornia Wine Country is one of the few places where I would recommend spending a little more money on premium vacationing services, it's actually very much worth your dime. There's a whole world of luxury hidden among the rolling hills of Napa and Sonoma Valley. This blog post is all about showcasing some of the unique ways to experience California wine country in style.
Read MoreAs content creators (aka bloggers), we make our living on creating original photography, writing and even videos. These are our most valuable assets and you should always have a legal plan in-place to protect them. Just because we share our content on the internet and social media, that doesn’t mean that it’s free for anyone to use. This guide goes over three main topics - contracts with brands, disclosures and content copyright.
Read MoreValentine's Day is supposed to be all about romance and spending quality time with your Valentine. But if you're parents with young kids, the reality is that your little ones may have to tag along with you on your Valentine's Day date. This blog post is about finding those gem spots in Sonoma County where adults can enjoy the atmosphere but at the same time it's also appropriate to bring your child.
Read MoreWhen it comes to selecting your hotel accommodations you have many options, but I have to say that Tenaya Lodge is one of the only resorts in the Yosemite area that is a destination in and of itself. There’s so much to explore at the resort, their list of activities is very impressive. Tenaya Lodge is very family friendly - and also dog-friendly too. You can literally bring the whole gang!
Read MoreMy daughter Scout will be turning two years old this upcoming spring. The winter time is a challenge for toddlers like Scout, she loves to be active and play outside. Battling cabin fever is a true reality for us parents, especially on cold and rainy days when we can't take them outside to the playground.
Currently in our city of Sacramento, California the days are filled with rain, and the temperatures are in the 40's. So I’ve been working on creating the perfect hygge home to make our winter hibernation warm and cozy.
Read MoreWe are in the heart of winter here in Sacramento, and the temperatures have been dropping down into the 30’s. Which means family time is often spent indoors cuddling around the fireplace. It definitely feels like we’ve gone into hibernation mode. So of course it’s the perfect time to enjoy a family pizza party!
Read MoreLast night I hit the town with my fellow Sacramento foodie enthusiasts to enjoy a preview tour of the 2020 Dine Downtown Restaurant Week. I got to meet some new faces and eat crème de la crème meals.
Read MoreWhipping up healthy weeknight dinners can be a challenge after long workdays. These three salmon recipes are very simple and quick to make - but still full of flavor! Salmon already has a great natural taste so all you need are a few ingredients to build a meal.
Read MoreEscondido is an inland city located 30 miles from the city center of San Diego. It's an up-and-coming area of the San Diego suburbs and also happens to be the hometown of my hubby. In my guide I've included the popular big attractions as well as secret gems only known by Escondido natives.
Read MoreDownton Abbey is one of the most loved drama shows to come out in the last decade. Audiences fell in love with all the residences of the Downton Abbey house, including both the aristocracy family The Crawleys and the close-knit community of servants. Ten years after the show debuted in the UK, the feature film was just recently released in 2019, to the delight of fans.
This blog post includes a fun review of some of the best moments on Downton Abbey + a shopping guide that any true fan couldn’t resist.
Read MoreWhen we purchased our fixer-upper home in Sacramento we got a great deal on the listing price, mostly because the house was in need of some serious TLC. Our tudor style home has two bathrooms and one of them was completely unfinished when we purchased the house.
Read MoreSanta Cruz is one of those perfect California surfer towns that is often filled with sunshine and warm weather. One of the most notable charms of Santa Cruz is the bounty of color and public art. You seriously can’t turn a corner without seeing a rainbow or surfer cool mural.
Read MoreWhen we bought our house in Sacramento it came with a large backyard full of trees. A few months later in November we got a sweet surprise, one of the trees was actually a pomegranate tree! Every year I have more pomegranates than we could possibly eat. So I have started incorporating pomegranate into my holiday cooking.
Pomegranates come into season around late October and November in California. Not only are pomegranates packed with sweet and tart flavor, they’re also filled with healthy nutrients. And let’s be honest, they are one of the classiest fruits and immediately make you feel fancy!
Read MoreCornbread is such a versatile bread and it compliments all kinds of meals. It’s great for the classic holiday dinners such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. But it also works as a great side dish for all kinds of family style meals throughout the year. And it’s quick and easy enough to whip up for a weekday dinner.
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