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No One is from San Diego
They say that no one is “from” San Diego. That it is a city comprised entirely of transplants, people from somewhere else. Recently I learned that this was not actually true and it was the best discovery ever. Why? Because San Diego natives are experts in doing life here. Here are a few tips I…
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Our/Easter Cocktail
Easter will be my first holiday away from family, but I am committed to doing it right just like they always have. That means the perfect sundress, delicious braised lamb shanks and a beautiful cocktail. I was inspired by the seasons first peaches that made their debut in San Diego grocery stores last week and the…
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Operation Marination
In my opinion, the old adage “variety is the spice of life” could not be more true. Unfortunately, meal prepping for a busy week on a budget can end up being repetitious instead of delicious. On Sundays, I typically pack up my 5 lunch meals for the week. Usually I cook something lunch-worthy in bulk,…
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A Different Kind of Pretty
One of my all time favorite places is the cactus garden at Balboa Park. From far away, its really not much to look at. Its dusty, a little barren, and generally drab in color with its olive greens and dry browns. But when you take a closer look and see each of the plants individually…
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A Taste of Summer: Grilled Honey Chipotle Pork Kebabs
Today’s blue skies after a rainy (for San Diego) week inspired me to hit the grill and cook up something summery for lunches this week. I decided on honey chipotle marinated grilled pork loin kebabs with bell peppers and onions. I originally came across this marinade when making wings for a super bowl party, but…
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Creating Home Sweet Home
By the time you reach 26, you have lived many lives. In my time since leaving the nest I have been broke college grad in a slanted yellow house, wild roommate in an apartment on a hill, first time professional in a shoebox studio, getting it together girl in my first one bedroom and non-stop…
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Mt. Laguna and a day with no agenda
This weekend decided to let Saturday simply take its course instead of letting it be ruled by to-dos or arbitrary weekend goals (I have a hard time slowing down, so even my weekend adventures end up driven by some kind of metric I impose on myself). I wandered up to Mt. Laguna, a place I…
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Exploring Home
Had an amazing time exploring my home city with my favorite people, my oh so fun parents. I don’t really believe in boredom. I lived in this city my whole life and and yet I can still find new and exciting things every time I explore. This trip we stumbled upon Country Dough, a little…
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Homemade Salt Spray
Like many straight haired girls, I have been searching for a way to create the perfect beach wave look for years. I’ve finally gotten it down to a near science; the right curling iron, the right process and *almost* the right salt spray. I say almost, because I have used many that have been so…
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Green Living
My Valentines day this year included a stroll through the Hillcrest Farmers Market with a GreenFix “Original” smoothie in hand. After a delicious but heavy brunch, fresh greens were just what the doctor ordered to balance out the day. Enjoying my GreenFix inspired me to try making my own green smoothies to pack with me during…
Motor & Mosey 