One thing that I love about where we live, is the fact that there are so many fun, cool places to explore. The mountains, the beach, and everything in between…whatever you are craving- we’ve got it! One of my favorite small towns to explore has always been Ojai. Nestled in the hills about Ventura, it … More Day Trippin’ – Ojai
Happy Friday! It has been an absolutely beautiful week here in Ventura County and I have been loving the weather… and the nearness of summer! I have been looking for the perfect black midi skirt for my travels this summer… and I finally found it! The Release Midi Skirt from Athleta is perfection. Wrinkle resistant, … More TGIF- fun finds
Welcome to May! I love this month…. the promise of so much fun with summer coming up, the completion of the school year, the warmer weather and longer days…. it’s all good stuff! This past week has been filled with so much baking! Some very lucky students who are testing for both AP and IB … More TGIF – fun finds
Well, April flew by…right?!?! I cannot believe that May begins this weekend! And when I say I can’t believe it – I mean I am so freaking excited for May and then June…. ahhhh, the sweetness of spring (and the end of the school year!) Over Spring Break I saw the sweetest film, Belfast. I … More TGIF – fun finds
Now that Spring Break is officially over and school is back in session, I want to take a moment to reflect on the most laid-back, relaxing vacation we have had in a long time! Spring break was an at-home affair this year. Usually we would load up the RV to head somewhere, but with the … More Spring Break Recap
Last weekend we decided to getaway, and meet some friends in Oceanside, CA for an amazing, RELAXING pre-Spring Break adventure. Oceanside is just north of San Diego, and should be about a 2-ish hour drive for us (without traffic, of course!) Greg and I have not been there for at least 14 years – when … More Weekend Getaway – Oceanside
It’s been a long year… and it was finally time to get away! What could be better than a getaway full of delicious food, lots of wine, and the best of friends?!?! Not much… The Besties and I (and the husbands, too!) booked a weekend to Santa Ynez Valley for Jill’s 50th birthday and the … More Getaway- Sant Ynez Valley
It is the LAST FRIDAY OF MARCH!!! The longest month of the school year is over… and it actually ended up flying by! Guys… April, May, and then June…. we are almost there! One of my very sweet little students brought me a gift last week, a box of homemade macaroons! I was floored by … More TGIF – fun finds
Happy Friday! This month just keeps on going and I am pleasantly surprised with how quickly the weeks are flying by. March is typically such a drag – and this one just doesn’t seem to be! Can we take a moment to appreciate my friend Jill’s talent at making the perfect cocktail? I was blessed … More TGIF- fun finds
It has been FOREVER since I finished a book. I don’t know what it is, but I have had the worst time trying to concentrate on reading. This turn of events has made me so sad because books have always been a welcome escape for me. On our recent trip to Texas I brought along … More Good Reads
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