Recently James and I celebrated our sixth wedding anniversary, but we've been together for a total of 10 years. It's crazy to think it's been that long. It's funny, there is always a serious of questions you get as you start getting serious with someone. I would say a year and half in to dating we started getting the "When are you guys getting married?" Then, after getting married it was "When are you going to have a baby?" After having Aria it wasn't long until we got the "When's baby number two coming?" I swear it's always something. Lately I've had thoughts on baby number three. Of course, it doesn't help that we've reached that time for people to start asking about it. But, in reality ... read more
Giving Our Youth Career Opportunities + Why I Became A Nurse
You guys, there's only about nine hours until we get to get our weekend started!!! WooHoo. This has been such an odd week, my schedule is normally Sunday through Tuesday at the hospital. But with James traveling so much I'm actually working on a Friday...It's weird you guys! Anyway, since I'm Nursing it today I wanted to talk a little bit about why I became a nurse. With Father's Day a few days a way I thought it would be a good time to share this story. Plus, I met with a local high school student this week and chatted about being nurse and getting into the medical field. She taught me more about a local partnership between Oakland Unified School District and the Alameda Health System, ... read more
Summer Essentials: Sandals And Slides
It's no secret that as a mom we want to be comfortable. Actually, we NEED to be comfortable. Sure I love to throw on a heel or wedge from time to time, and if they're really comfortable then I wear them more than that. Anyway, summertime is a time where we like to run around barefoot, always on the go and want something easy. Time is spent at the pool, amusement parks and festivals. You want to find those tried and true sandals to get you from place to place, helping you look stylish and keeping you cool along the way. Check out my Summer sandal and slides picks below. I don't know if there is a real difference between sandals and slides, but I'm going to make up my own. I think of sandals ... read more
Wine Experience At Sophie James Vineyards
You guys I'm so excited to write this post. You all know I have been to a ton of different wineries between the local wine countries here, Santa Barbara and have been to 25+ places in the Willamette Valley. I have yet to do a post on the Willamette. Likely because we went there before I started blogging and my photos are a little blaah. Anyway, my point is I have only been to one place where you can sit and see endless sky, at least until this weekend at a family friendly wine experience Sophie James Vineyards. Sophie James sits on the top of Sonoma Mountain, it's about 2,300 feet up. It's said to give views of the Pacific Ocean, Mt. Tamalpais, San Francisco, the Bay, Mt. Diablo, Sonoma ... read more
Father’s Day Gift Ideas + Daddy And Me Style
With only one week left before Father's Day, I figured it was time to start thinking about what to get James. I don't know about you, but he is seriously SOO hard to buy for. He's just one of those guys that's content with having very little stuff. He doesn't get too excited over new clothes, but then wear anything you get him to death, Ha! Anyway, needless to say, things he likes the most are experiences, or things that are functional. So, today I have put together a few Father's Day gift ideas, including a few experiences you could arrange for the day. Father's Day Experience Gift Ideas Setting up an experience for your dad, husband or father of your kids can potentially be a daunting ... read more
Kimono Outfit Ideas To Wear Throughout the Year
One of my favorite things about fashion is how multi-functional so many pieces are. Right now dusters and kimonos are key pieces for your summer wardrobe. I love how the combination of these two creates the perfect piece to wear for many different occasions. You can wear it casual or dress it up. Sharing a couple kimono outfit ideas to incorporate this trend now, throughout the summer and into fall. You all know I'm all about easy and comfortable. The best part is you can utilize any length or style of kimono you have. Now, depending on where you live and the type of Summer you have, this may not be an option during the day. But, nights almost anywhere tend to cool down and this is the ... read more
Disneyland: Where To Stay, Favorite Spots & Disney Style
Ahhh....Disneyland! We've taken the girls to Disneyland a couple of times now and it's quickly becoming my favorite weekend getaway spot! I know it's not easy for a lot of people to get to, but for us it's a road trip away. I love that we've been able to take the girls here. To see their faces light up at the sight of a Princess, or the thrill of a ride is simply priceless. It makes my Mama heart melt to see such joy. With that said planning a trip a to Disneyland can get costly. Choosing the right place to stay, time of year plus a few other tips and tricks this trip is totally manageable. Disneyland: Where To Stay, Favorite Spots & Disney Style Where to Stay This is probably one ... read more
Five Things For A Stylish Summer Getaway
Now that school is out for the next few months, it's time to start planning for those Summer vacations. Whether it's weekend trips to the Lake or planning a big elaborate vacation, there are a few things to pack for an easy, stylish getaway. I just traveled for a week long trip that was basically two trips in one. Since it was a road trip I didn't have to be as mindful of how much I packed, but I could've easily made it the entire trip work with a few key pieces. Today, I'm sharing five things for a stylish getaway Five Things For A Stylish Getaway Swimsuit Most vacation right now are all about being close to water. Finding the right swimsuit can be challenging. There's a lot to think ... read more
Kid Friendly Weekend in San Diego
So here's a confession. We originally planned to go to Hawaii for this week. But, I just kept thinking about packing the double stroller, car seats and all of the things we'd need for a vacation and I started feeling anxious. So I changed our plans, plus I thought this trip would be a little more kid friendly. We started our week long trip in San Diego. We planned to start here for a few days then went to Anaheim. If you're planning a weekend in San Diego with kids here's a look at where we stayed, what we did and where we ate. Where We Stayed We have been big fans of using Airbnb. The last few trips we have taken we have skimmed Hotel sites, but have ended up booking through Airbnb. I ... read more
Memorial Day Weekend Sales Round-Up
Happy Monday! It's the last day of the long weekend...Booo! I'm excited about all of the sales still going on so I thought I'd put together a little bonus post, a Memorial Day sales round-up if you will! I'm sharing some of the sales I will be shopping (mostly online because the sales are typically better than in-store), things I already have that's on sale and what I will be buying. This is the best time to stock up on your summer basics, like shorts, tees and tanks and all the cute summer sandals. You can also find some great items like denim, jackets and workout gear that are great throughout the entire year. So, grab your coffee, computer and some shopping tunes and get ready to ... read more