For a moment, I thought air travel was making a pleasant return to the good old days. If you were one of the brave souls who took to the air like me during the first twelve months of Covid, you were probably pleasantly surprised by the experience (sans the mask wearing and face shield to ward off any potential contamination of the virus).
Read MoreWith the coastal weather finally warming up, and the summer activities going strong, it’s time to celebrate with festive seasonal desserts. Experiment and enjoy the summer bounty!
Read MoreWith oceanic breezes and fun activities, Shoreline Village is a super destination for a summer day adventure. Shoreline Village is right across the port - although bridges are under construction. A freeway detour is easy to accomplish as well as the PCH or Anaheim Blvd. route. From most PV locations, Shoreline Village is about a 30 minute drive.
Read MoreLiberace was one of the great entertainers of the 20th Century and was beloved of so many people. He favored the grand gesture and his costumes were always over the top and so spectacular. He truly was Mr. Showman. His average costume cost between $150,000 and $300,000.
Read MoreWith cliff-lined beaches, high mountain ranges, and Redwood forests, California has no shortage of scenic spots to pitch a tent. Whether you set up camp like a pro or have never slept outside, there is something in the Golden State for every kind of camper. Here are our top picks for exploring the best camping in California. The information below is provided by GOXE-TEX.
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Strawberry Scones with Scented Geranium Leaves Recipe
Read MoreNasturtiums are my favorite edible flower. They are colorful but most special, they are peppery. For this recipe I infuse their peppery flavor and color into tequila. Now you can drink your flowers!
Read More“Imagine after a day’s work thinking; ‘I feel good about my work… I do my best and feel blessed.’”
In my fifty years as a Clinical Hypnotherapist, I notice that the happiest people are happy with themselves at work and consistently say, “I like what I do” and their happiness spills over into everything else… at home and at play.
Read MoreWhen you eat, do you taste only the first bite; then gobble the rest? Or, do you savor the flavor of each bite? Eating with reverence helps digestion. Eating with reverence is mindful eating.
Read MoreMy girls have loved going to tea parties starting at a very young age. The fascination began with the Mud Pie “My First Tea Party” plush set they received as a gift and wound up using as a teething aid and followed by the more lifelike porcelain set from The Pottery Barn which was great for entertaining on their tiny table and chairs.
Read MoreTake that Vitamin C….yes, take that Vitamin C while chowing down on a nasturtium enriched salad. Nasturtiums are almost a super food for lazy gardeners and culinary challenged wannabe chefs.
Read MoreA mother is EVERYTHING! She is the most important person in your life. She is the best friend you could ever have. She is always there when you need her. You know you can always count on her. She gives you unconditional LOVE.
Read MoreIn March, Aries season baptized us with the fires of clearing and inspiration. So many ideas, so much opportunity for change, and sometimes such chaotic energy!
Read MoreSpring is here! We have finally emerged from a long, rather confusing winter to welcome the promise of a new beginning. There’s something about the creative energy of this time of year that brings hope, excitement, and a feeling that we can do more and be better. Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and there’s more light in the skies. It feels like potential.
Read MoreThe lavender blooms of the Jacaranda trees are a sure sign that Spring as arrived. Jacarandas can grow upwards of 60 ft. high with a canopy that spreads equal to its height. The flowers grow in groups known as panicles. The blooms can remain for as long as two months before giving way to woody seed pods about two inches in diameter that contain several winged seeds.
Read MoreEarly Spring is such a delightful time to enjoy our coastline and Point Vicente is the perfect place to start. You never know when you might see a whale and it’s always fun to spend a few minutes with the members of the Cetacean society and discover the whale count for the current migration,
Read MoreJoin my adventure to the SS Dominator Shipwreck along Palos Verdes California. From the hike down Bluff Cove along the beautiful cliffs to Rocky Point where the remnants rest. Amazing hiking and drone scenery with special diving footage along the way. This hike, aerial and below the surface special will dazzle your senses.
Read MoreAs we head into March, instead of stressing ourselves because we didn’t stick to our resolutions or maybe never started, let’s instead focus on changing our habits.
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