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Mountains, vineyards, farms, ocean and theme parks – California has something for everyone.
“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.” ~ Anonymous Mountains, vineyards, farms, ocean and theme parks – California has something for everyone. Whether you are traveling from near or far, there are hidden gems to discover. Our latest discovery is Visalia located in the San Joaquin Valley which is 190 miles north of Los Angeles. Known to many as the gateway to the Parks, many visitors enjoy Visalia’s food, fun and festivals on their way to Sequoia and King’s National Parks. Driving out of LA and into the small town charm of Downtown Visalia is a great weekend getaway. One of the best perks…
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Dragon Fruit Smoothie
This week I was sent a box of exotic fruits to try out from Melissa’s Produce. Started by a husband-wife team, this Los Angeles-based company offers amazing produce and their exotic fruits do not disappoint. They provide fruit and vegetables from all parts of the world. In fact, their catch phrase is “delivering the global market”. I am always amazed at the quality and unique items they carry and is currently the largest distributor of specialty produce in the United States. Have you tried dragon fruit yet? It has recently become my teen’s favorite fruit to experiment with and she has been trying out different smoothie recipes all month! They…
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Interview with the cast of Downton Abbey
It’s here! DOWNTON ABBEY fans will be thrilled that the grand motion picture event is now playing in theaters! I am sure you will be reminded how much you’ve missed this family like so many other fans as you watch the beloved Crawleys and their intrepid staff prepare for the most important moment of their lives. A royal visit from the King and Queen of England will unleash scandal, romance and intrigue that will leave the future of Downton hanging in the balance. Written by series creator Julian Fellowes and starring the original cast. Last week I had the chance to interview some of the talented cast including Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth…
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Health Series :: “The Kegal Throne” Review
Welcome to my first post in a new health and beauty series where we research and test the latest technologies and treatments available. Last week I had a chance to try out the BTL EMSELLA at NEXMED Health and Body. Otherwise known as “The Kegal Throne” or as I call her “M” for short. This machine is a non-surgical and non-invasive treatment for stress or urge urinary incontinence. For years now, I have to make sure I am close to a restroom whenever I go out due to my frequent bathroom trips. And when I drive up from Orange County to Los Angeles for work, more often than not, I…
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What Wisdom Can You Learn from a Geeky Mom?
Interview with Author Jenny Bristol Jenny Bristol is one of four founding editors of GeekMom, one of the Geek Family Network blogs. The network focuses on content of interest to geeks, parents, and geeky parents, including products, places, interviews, experiences, and think pieces. When asked, Jenny says she “sort of fell into writing as a career.” She wrote for fun when she was a teenager but didn’t do anything with it. It wasn’t until her mid 30s when she started writing her own blog posts, which turned into writing for blogs, which led to writing books and other writing-based jobs. Jenny, give us an overview of yourself as a book…
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MathAlive! At the California Science Center 10/4 – 1/5
MathAlive! inspires, sparks the imagination, and reveals not only math at work but the endless possibilities of math. Ride in a live-action snowboard race, control a Mars rover, capture your image in a 360° freeze-motion video, try your hand at engineering a skyscraper, and even design a skateboard! Designed for families and students, the exhibition brings to life the real math behind what kids love most—sports, nature, dancing, design, music, movie-making, robotics, and more. This high-tech exhibition features dozens of highly immersive and interactive experiences to thrill people of all ages! It’s a great way to get your kids excited about math in an interactive and exciting exhibition. We can’t…
