It’s official! I’m writing a cookbook to help teach kids how to cook! I’ve been holding this in for a while now and have been waiting to tell you the news. A while back I started working on “Kids In The Kitchen” and was so very excited to get it published but never went through with...
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Green Juice
Green Juice is one of my favorite ways to get greens in. I love a good salad but there are certain times, I'd prefer to drink my greens. Especially on cold days, I'd rather have a warm lunch than a cold salad. These are the days that I love to enjoy my greens in a...
California Coastal Vacay
Our 2 week long California Coastal Vacay was one for the books! We camped at six state parks and visited sites along the way. We started at Refugio State Beach and went as far north as San Simeon. Our last stop was in Ventura then back home to San Diego. We stayed 2-3 nights at...
BriGeeski, Inc. // San Diego Graphic Design & Marketing
BriGeeski, Inc., a San Diego Graphic Design & Marketing business has grown, since 2013 to include many capabilities. I'm so very proud to have created this business with my daughter on my hip. What started as a way to do graphic design for a few clients, has turned into a lifestyle blog and creative agency....
Beach Camping in Ventura, CA
Our final stop on our California Coastal Vacay was beach camping in Ventura, CA! We stayed at Emma Wood State Beach right on the ocean. We couldn't get any closer to the water if we tried. I've never stayed at a campground where we right on the water. Listening to the waves crash all night...
Camping at Carpinteria State Beach
Ever since our trip to Santa Barbara, we've talked about Camping at Carpinteria State Beach. During that trip we visited Carpinteria for an afternoon and loved the area. We stopped by Island Brewing and took the kids to play at the Tomol Interpretive Play Area. It's right by the train and you can see the...
Visiting Morro Bay
Our fourth stop on our California Coastal Vacay was Morro Bay! I love this beautiful seaside town. We camped at Morro Bay State Park which is on the bay. This was another great campground with trees and space for the kids to ride bikes. Morro Strand State Beach is on the ocean and has much...
San Simeon, Cambria, Moonstone Beach, Harmony & Cayucos
Our third stop on our California Coastal Vacay was San Simeon. While we camped at Hearst San Simeon campground, we were able to visit Cambria and Moonstone Beach. On our way to our next stop in Morro Bay, we visited Harmony & Cayucos on the drive back down. This was the busiest part of our...
Visiting Pismo State Beach, Oceana Dunes
Our second stop on our California Coastal Vacay was Pismo State Beach, Oceana Dunes! We stayed at the Oceana campground which is about a mile inland from the beach. There are some beach trails to walk but we drove over to the ocean since you can drive right on the sand at Pismo Beach. The...
BriGeeski Beach Scene Art Series
My love of creativity started with drawing and painting when I was a child. It's been at the center of my heart for a long time. I'm so very excited to announce the BriGeeski Beach Scene Art Series is now available on Etsy! I've treated painting more as a hobby than any sort of career...
Camping at Refugio State Beach
We are home from our 2 week California Coastal Vacay! It was an epic trip and I'm going to tell you all about Camping at Refugio State Beach first! Our first and one of our favorite stops was at Refugio. The Refugio State Beach Campground is an ideal spot for beach campers. The spots are...
A Staycation at the Welk Resort San Diego
One of our new favorite destinations for a family staycation is at the Welk Resort San Diego! This place has it all, including awesome water slides, lots of pools, activities and beautiful rooms. The Welk Resort San Diego is an awesome spot to take the family on a San Diego Staycation. It's located right in...
2021 Summer Fun List, Coastal Edition
Today was the last day of school! We are so absolutely excited to be done with this school year but even more excited that it is summertime! I have your 2021 Summer Fun List, Coastal Edition to kick off summer today! I've included our list filled in with activities that we are planning on doing...
Must Try Italian Coastal Fare in Little Italy, Allegro
It's so nice to see restaurants and people out and about again! Mark and I enjoyed an awesome date night in Little Italy this week. This must try Italian coastal fare in Little Italy is Allegro. From the creators at San Diego Dining Group, their latest restaurant is an experience you'll want to visit time...
Wine & Cheese Paint Party at Venissimo in Del Mar
The Wine & Cheese Paint Party at Venissimo in Del Mar was such a blast! This was our first hybrid event where guests had the choice of joining us live at the Venissimo Del Mar shop "piazza del formaggio" courtyard or via Zoom from the comfort of their home! This Paint Party is in collaboration...
Designing the Future Champions Golf Magazine
The world is yours to create! The last few months, I've been working on a new project. I've been designing the Future Champions Golf Magazine. The May issue is out today and I wanted to share a bit about it with you here. This is our third issue and it’s become one of my favorite projects of...
8 Awesome Breakfast Ideas
It's time for some awesome breakfast ideas! Mother's Day is this Sunday and Father's Day is just around the corner. I always love when Mark and the kids mix up a tasty breakfast any time. It's especially enjoyable on Mother's Day because I will just stay out of the way. Check out these yummy breakfast...
Batch and Box Cookies in Del Mar
Chocolate Chip Cookies have been my favorite dessert for as long as I can remember. When I heard about Batch and Box Cookies opening up in Del Mar, I knew I had to try them! Let me tell you about these cookies, they are fantastic. I had a sneak peak earlier this week and I’m...
Painting a Ceiling Fan With Wave Designs
Ever since we painted the bathroom, we've been finding more and more things to paint around the house. Mark repainted all of the baseboards, doors and window trim in the house. Then, I noticed the ceiling fan in our bedroom was the only thing left in that room that did not really match. I decided...
Easy Grocery Delivery with Instacart
Receiving groceries at my doorstep is a breeze with easy grocery delivery from Instacart! I love that I can place an order and receive it without having to drop everything to run to the store. Instacart has made everyday cooking even easier! We've been doing some of our shopping at the store and some of...
Greek Pita Bread Sandwiches
I've got the easiest Greek Pita Bread Sandwiches recipe for you to make right at home! The kiddos have been snacking on pita bread lately and it got me thinking about my favorite gyro sandwich from our neighborhood Greek spot. With all the delicious flavors of cucumber, tomato, feta, red onion and ground lamb, you're...
2021 Dream Board & Creative Flow
I've been creating dream boards for years. This year, I'm sharing my 2021 Dream Board & Creative Flow process. 2020 was such an odd year with so many changes and it feels like everyone has gone through a lot. My regular creative process was almost nonexistent for a while there. It's been coming back bit...
Blackberry Smoothie With Spinach, Yogurt & Berries
If you're into smoothies, you've got to try this Blackberry Smoothie With Spinach, Yogurt & Berries recipe! I fell in love with blackberries last year after getting a very sweet batch. I love eating them raw, in a salad or in a smoothie. This smoothie is packed full of tasty ingredients and is super easy...
Clove Orange Pomanders, Christmas Decor
When I was a kid, we stuck cloves into oranges, making these deliciously smelling oranges at Christmas time. This tradition of making clove oranges Christmas decor is called Pomanders. "Medieval herbalists used pomanders—mixtures of fragrant, dried herbs in cloth bags or perforated boxes—to ward off illness or bring strength and good fortune" - The Almanac. We...
Italian Blood Orange Vodka Soda
If you've never tried Italian Blood Orange Soda, now is the time! This Italian Blood Orange Vodka Soda is so refreshing, bubbly and fun for a summer cocktail. When I was walking through Trader Joes last week, I saw blood oranges and immediately decided it was time for a new cocktail recipe! They just happen...
Specialty Teas, Smoothies and Boba Favorites at Tastea in Mira Mesa
Guess what?! Specialty teas, smoothies and boba favorites can be found at our new Tastea location in Mira Mesa! If you're new to boba, 'it is a tea-based drink originating in Taichung, Taiwan in the early 1980s that includes chewy tapioca balls ("boba" or "pearls") or a range of other toppings.' (From wiki) Tastea began in 2000 and has...
Trick-or-Treat Station Halloween Party Printables
Halloween may look different this year but that won't stop us from celebrating! We've got Trick-or-Treat Station Halloween Party Printables over in the Etsy shop and I'm so excited to share these with you! We've decided that our quarantine crew will set up stations outside for the kids to Trick-or-Treat at each stop for some...
Enjoy Family Glamping at San Diego Metro KOA
We had our first stay at a KOA (Kampgrounds of America) campground and we absolutely loved it! There are so many fun ways to stay and enjoy the amenities, especially at a resort campground! KOA hosted us to bring you all the details. Enjoy Family Glamping at San Diego Metro KOA which is located in a...
Olive Baking Company & Cafe in Mission Beach
During one of my recent visits to Mission Beach, I stopped in Olive Cafe. I got an Acai Smoothie and headed to the beach to enjoy the waves. It was really hot out and I needed something hearty but refreshing. The smoothie hit the spot. It was super simple, made with Acai, apple juice and...
Brown Butter Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies
You guys, you have to try these Brown Butter Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies! They are the absolute best! I've been using my standard chocolate chip cookie recipe for so long but I wanted to try something with a little more salty goodness and I've got the best recipe for you to try! This chocolate chip...
Paddleboarding in Mission Bay
If you've been following along our adventures on Instagram, you've probably seen that I started paddle boarding on my birthday (mid-August) and haven't stopped! I have gone at least every other day for the past 3 weeks and I've been having the best time! I've learned a lot about where to rent a paddleboard in...
Islands Kids Menu
We love the Islands Kids Menu! We like to stop by Islands for a bite to eat and a drink for Happy Hour on occasion and we love that they have good options for the kids too. They have locations all over San Diego and we typically go to the Mira Mesa or Carmel Mountain...
Things To Do in Bishop, CA
We have been going to the High Sierra or The Sierras since I was a kid. This year we made a few extra stops along the way and I want to share a few Things to do in Bishop, CA! We typically drive straight to June Lake but with the ~6+ hour straight drive there,...
Take Me To The Beach Or Bay
If you're wondering what we've been up to, we've been soaking up this summer. 2020 has been the weirdest year of all time, but we are still making the best of the situation (as much as we can). Take me to the beach or bay is all I've been focused on this last few weeks....
Strawberry and Apricot Salad with Goat Cheese
Oh yes! This Strawberry and Apricot Salad with Goat Cheese, Lime and Mint is my new favorite summer fruit salad! I love the simplicity with the vibrant color and flavors this easy side dish has to offer. It can be made in less than 5 minutes and is a beautiful dish for any day! ...
Elote Deviled Eggs
I stopped by Trader Joes this week to pick up some Everything But The Bagel seasoning but they were all out. I saw Everything But The Elote seasoning and had to try it. It's really tasty and has rich notes of chili pepper, chipotle, cotija cheese and cumin! Next came Elote Deviled Eggs! These are...
Strawberry Lime Mezcal Cocktails
I was recently introduced to Izo Mezcal and it is so smooth! I started dreaming of tasty ways to drink this, new to me, beverage, and found these Strawberry Lime Mezcal Cocktails to be my new fav! I mixed up a quick strawberry lime simple syrup for some added flavor. You can enjoy it mixed as...
Easy Stovetop Mac and Cheese
This Easy Stovetop Mac and Cheese is a family favorite main dish! I love that it's homemade with real ingredients and can be made in under 30 minutes. We've had a lot of cheese on hand to make quesadillas, nachos and pizza so I thought we would mix it up this week with Mac and...
Rubio's Family Taco Kit
One of my favorite weekday lunches is a Gourmet Grilled Shrimp Taco plate from Rubio's. I hadn't been since mid-March. I was pretty excited when they reached out to see if we'd like to try out the Rubio's Family Taco Kit. It was a hit for the whole family! We've been cooking most meals at...
Deviled Egg Potato Salad
In these strange times, I've been creating more hearty recipes. It must be a comfort thing. I've made banana bread, pizza and most recently brownies. These are all things I would typically make, but not all within a week. It could have to do with what I've been buying in the latest fear-based grocery shopping...