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My friends and I bought tickets to the Blacklight Run in San Jose. I had no idea what to expect before our arrival, it was definitely a big surprise! In this blog post I will outline all the details, including both the pros and cons of the event. This may help you decide if you want to try it out for yourself.
Read MoreItβs a widely accepted fact that owning real estate is one of the best financial investments you can make. My husband and I own two homes in Sacramento - we live in our East Sacramento house and we rent out the other to tenants. Our next big venture will be to invest in a vacation home that will most likely be rented out the majority of the time.
The process of acquiring real estate requires a lot of research beforehand. But the type of research youβll be looking into really depends on the end use of your property. In the next several paragraphs I will go into detail about all the important checklist your vacation property must have to be successful.
Additionally, this blog post explores the top ten cities in North America that we have been looking into and Iβve reported my findings to help anyone make an informed decision about investing in their own vacation property. Whether you're getting a house for convenience, sentimental value, or investment, I've outlined why each city should be a contender in your house hunt.
Read MoreIs your 30th birthday coming up? Do you dream of going on a trip and celebrating this special occasion with a bang? Being that I am a woman in my 30's I can tell you from personal experience that you are entering a new era in your life... and your 30's will kick ass! As a travel aficionado I highly recommend marking this milestone birthday with that dream trip you've always wanted to take but just hadn't gotten around to it yet.
Whether you're looking to plan a trip with friends, searching for an ideal foodie destination, or a romantic couples trip, in this article, you'll come across ten very promising trip ideas, both in the U.S. and abroad. If you're going to celebrate your dirty thirty birthday, let's do it in style!
Read MoreOnce upon a time, many years ago, this gal had a slight addiction to Diet Coke. I loved the carbonation, the slight sweetness and the extra zip of energy that it gave me. Fast forward into the future, I am now very aware of the unhealthy additives in sodas and I very rarely ever drink the stuff.
Removing soda from my life means that I had to somehow replace my favorite afternoon pick-me-up, which is how kombucha entered my life. I donβt remember the exact day when I first tried kombucha, but I know that it left a strong positive first impression and it wasnβt long before I was hooked. It really is a win-win when you can find a new guilty pleasure habit that is truly good for you.
Read MoreOne of the many new experiences that youβll encounter after youβve had your baby is the realization that regular underwear is just not going to cut it anymore. At least for a while, anyway!
Youβre going to need panties that can keep large pads in place to absorb the bleeding, discharge, and possibly even incontinence that youβre going to deal with in the days, weeks, and possibly even months after youβve given birth.
Luckily, there's no need to ruin your Victoriaβs Secret lingerie or favorite Agent Provocateur thong. And chances are, you wonβt feel like wearing them either. Products known collectively as postpartum underwear are here to save the day. Theyβre the perfect option for new moms as they're designed specifically for this purpose.
Need a little more info on what postpartum underwear is and what it does? Not sure if you need to pack a pair or two into your hospital bag? Or just confused about the many options available? Letβs have a look at some of the most frequently asked questions new mothers ask about postpartum underwear and everything that goes along with it.
Read MoreOne of the worldβs most bucket-worthy places to visit is the Greek Island of Santorini. Right off the mainland of Greece there are literally thousands of small islands, and of those a little more than 200 are inhabited. But the single most scenic and iconic village is Oia which is the crown jewel of the Santorini island.
No doubt youβve seen photos of the famous whitewashed buildings with the blue dome rooftops. While this style of architecture can be found all over Greece, the village of Oia has the most vibrant and preserved buildings situated right next to each other. The natural way the locals built their community right along the edge of the caldera turned out to be the most picturesque and photogenic layout. Very Instagrammable to say the least!
In this guide I will breakdown all the best Insta-worthy spots in Oia, Santorini and also other photo spots around the island of Santorini. If youβve booked a stay of few days in Oia, youβll have plenty of time to cover all the classic Instagram photo spots in Oia and then take day trips to other parts of the island.
Read MoreIt's not difficult to see why travel video content is so popular on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. With their short, easily digestible snippets, they make for convenient viewing when you're on the go. Plus, who doesn't love getting a sneak peek into incredible destinations all over the world?
The way we share travel experiences with friends and family has evolved alongside social media platforms. TikTok and Instagram's short video clips are now among the most popular ways to document and share a trip. Use them to highlight some of the most picturesque, unique or unexpected parts of your travels to inspire wanderlust in your followers.
Read MoreChange can be a hard thing, especially when it comes to our ritual beauty routines. While weβve been loyal to old-school beauty brands for decades, we were blissfully unaware of the detrimental and toxic ingredients hidden inside our favorite makeup and skincare. But fret not, thereβs a new era of beauty beginning and Iβm here for it!
When you begin doing research on the latest and greatest clean beauty products on the market, youβre sure to have a moment of sticker shock when you see the prices. Not only are the averages prices doubled, but in many cases tripled from what you are used to spending. It really is a mental exercise to wrap your mind around spending the extra dollars for quality ingredients that both benefit your own body and the planet.
The good news is that with a bit of strategy and resourcefulness, you can actually find bargain deals on clean beauty products that perform beyond your expectations and even still feel luxurious and pampering. I myself have been down several rabbit holes searching the internet for my new favorite and go-to clean beauty and skincare products to always carry in my cosmetic bag. Read on to see my discoveries!
Read MoreThe small historical gold rush town of Folsom is one of those California hidden gems that make for an excellent day trip from Sacramento or a weekend trip from the San Francisco Bay Area.
Folsom is a popular travel destination because itβs filled with historical charm, lots of shopping spots and tons of outdoor water and nature recreation for weekend warriors.
Our family lives in the city of Sacramento which is a short 30 minute drive from Folsom. Over the years weβve visited Folsom more times than I can count and each time we discover something new and fun.
This Folsom guide will cover over 25 family-friendly things to do. Whether youβre looking for a leisurely weekend getaway or an action packed vacation, thereβs something for everyone in Folsom.
Read MoreSacramento is an especially colorful city with Insta-worthy murals scattered all over our favorite neighborhoods. We can thank the curation efforts of Wide Open Walls, an organization that commissions world-famous mural artists to come paint the walls of Sacramento.
This blog post is a collection of my favorite Sacramento murals. I especially love that so many of these murals are painted by women and they have such a sweet feminine esthetic. Most these murals are located in popular areas in Sacramento to eat out and hang with friends. Next to each mural Iβll give a few suggestions on things to do and see in that neighborhood.
In this mural guide you can hover over each image to see the full description and location of each mural. Some of them are located on Wide Open Walls Mural Map and Iβve put the link in a button next to the photo. By the way, many of these murals donβt have names (or I canβt find the name) so I give them by own descriptive name for reference.
Read MoreIf you are a novice in the fascinating world of crystals, you might want to know what are the best crystals that can get you going on your new journey.
To help you with that I've gathered everything you need to know, including how to choose your first crystals, where to place crystals in your home or workspace and how to incorporate crystals into your daily routine.
Read MoreOh fall, we love you most of all! While technically autumn is one of the four seasons, it really feels more like a mood. When the hot summer days begin to dwindle and you can begin to feel that cool crisp air coming in, it immediately puts you in the mood for all things comfy and cozy.
Content creators like myself really love creating fall-themed blog posts, photography and videos to try and capture all those little magical moments in the season. This hashtag guide is meant to accompany my blogger guide Fall-Themed Content Ideas for the 31 Days of Blogtober. If youβre creating amazing autumn content, of course you want the world to see it. Keep reading to see how hashtags can help to get your content discovered.
In this blog post I break up the hashtag categories into themed topics such as fall fashion, favorite fall foods, fall foliage, comfy and cozy, Halloween, Thanksgiving and more.
Read MoreOften times when we are embarking on a new endeavor, half the battle is getting our mind into gear and finding the ideal headspace to grow and thrive.
I personally was born with a natural tendency to lean towards pessimism and doubt. Whereas my husband is the opposite and always assumes the best scenarios will always play out. I believe thereβs a happy middle point where you can take the best of both those perspectives and put them to work in an abundance mindset.
In this blog post I will be discussing the difference between a scarcity mindset and an abundance mindset and explaining how to harness both their powers into a manifestation action plan to achieve your goals and live a more joyful and full-filling life.
Finally, at the bottom you will find my list of top 30 abundance affirmations and a simple guide on how to easily incorporate them into your daily routine.
Read MoreAlthough my entire my family was born in California, we have British heritage and growing up we went to England fairly frequently. One of my favorite British traditions is afternoon tea time. This long standing tradition has also become an American favorite and is the perfect party theme for gatherings with family and friends.
In this guide I will give you brief background to British afternoon tea, provide over 50 easy tea party recipes, hosting tips and finally a helpful shopping guide to plan your own tea party soirΓ©e.t actually cross the pond I was inspired to re-create my own Downtown Abbey afternoon garden tea party.
Read MoreIt was a gorgeous sun soaked Sunday afternoon in San Francisco and the perfect day for some DIY fun. I live in downtown SF which is essentially a concrete jungle with few signs of nature near by. Adding some green to our apartment was one of the first items on my checklist when we moved in because it instantly brightens up a room. Since we are limited on space with urban living, tiny terrariums are the perfect space savers in addition to being too cute to resist!
Read MoreAs modern parents, we think a lot about the future generations and how our actions today will impact our childβs tomorrow. At times it feels like a daunting task, saving the world from pollution and global warming. But the good news is that small and simple steps can make a difference. We donβt have to go to extremes to reduce our carbon footprint, collectively we all just need to make better choices. The future belongs to our children, and itβs up to us to protect it.
Read MoreWhen we were planning our trip to Yosemite, the first question I asked was: "Can I take our dog Holly with us?". It turns out that you can actually bring dogs into Yosemite National Park. It's the perfect place for everyone to enjoy the great outdoors. After a lot of research, I complied this complete dog friendly guide to Yosemite. So pack up the car and get ready to hit the trails!
Read MoreBack a few years ago when avocado toast hit the foodie scene it changed the simple breakfast toast forever. Now enter hummus garden toast, the newest culinary showstopper to take over toast.
For me the name garden toast has a double meaning. It can refer to picking fresh herbs and veggies from your garden to use as ingredients. It can also mean using those fresh veggie ingredients to depict an artistic garden scene on your toast. Either way, garden toast is filled with fresh and nutritious whole foods that will fuel your soul and nourish your body.
This hummus toast recipe is simple to put together yet also so versatile. It can make for a healthy breakfast or even a quick lunch. You can always take it up a notch and make it fancier for a brunch or meal to share with friends or your significant other.
At its core all you need for garden hummus toast is a slice of bread, hummus and veggie toppings. These are things most vegans already have in their refrigerator on any given week.
Read MoreEaster is one of those holidays thatβs perfect to celebrate with toddlers because itβs full of bright colors and baskets with eggs. And of course the bunnies are always a hit with little ones!
It doesnβt take much effort to make this springtime holiday memorable for your children. Consider starting any of these family fun traditions that you can bring back every year.
In this blog post I outline ten Easter activities that any parent can easily put together. Youβll find the classics such as egg dying and an Easter egg hunt, but also a few new ones that you probably havenβt heard of.
Read MoreThis extra buttery pancake recipe has been a staple in my house for several years now. Pancake breakfast is a Saturday morning tradition for us with the kids - itβs one of the few meals that everyone in the house loves without question!
I have no idea where this recipe originally came from, itβs been scribbled down on a piece of binder paper in my kitchen drawer for years. I have finally taken the time to properly document this recipe so I can share it with friends and family.
The thing that makes this recipe unique is the mix of both melted butter and oil in the batter. When the melted butter hits the cold milk in the bowl it turns into little butter crystals. These intentionally stay βclumpyβ in the batter until itβs poured on to the hot frying pan. Then the butter crystals melt while theyβre grilling on the pan and the end result is very buttery pancakes with a perfect buttered glazed finish.
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