High Risk Hope is a non-profit organization where its volunteers deliver care packages to pregnant women on hospital bed rest and premature infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at HOAG Hospital. I have had three kids and there are so many emotions going through you while you prepare to bring a life into the world. I can’t image the fear a mother-to-be feels when… View Post
There is something in the air in Hawaii. Call it the salt water or the Jack Johnston playing in the distance, but when you are in Hawaii you immediately are relaxed and happy. I love visiting the Big Island and this past trip was the third time Doug and I took our boys to Kohanaiki. Our boys told us on… View Post
We went to Hawaii recently and I lived in my bathing suits! I discover Swim Outlet online, and I basically packed everything I ordered in my bag and was good to go for the week! A bathing suit brand I have discovered through Swim Outlet is Boys and Arrows. All their cuts are very girlie and they always have fun and… View Post
I am not a stranger to salons or having my makeup done. Once I have discovered Lavender Salon, I haven’t gone anywhere else. They really are the best of the best and if you live in OC you should pamper yourself and check them out! Lavender is a full service Salon; blowouts start at $40. It is also a full blow… View Post
Doug and I got to go the Golden Globes this year and it was seriously one of the most magical nights. There is such a fun energy to the event. TV and Movie Stars collide and come together to celebrate their art and there is a buzz in the air. I am a real fan of entertainment and I love all… View Post
Doug and I had the most wonderful day date. If you are looking for a unique Valentine’s Day date, look no farther. Andrea’s at The Pelican Hill Resort has you covered. Doug and I met with their in-house pastaia, Julia, who taught us how to make traditional Italian egg-based pasta dough, as well as lobster tortelli and handmade spaghetti alla chitarra,… View Post
Doug and I have been married over ten years and we still hold a weekly date night together. Sometimes it is fancy, but most weeks it is super casual. We have ‘rules’ for our date. We don’t talk about work (because we work together), or schedule for the upcoming week or kids. No annoying mom/dad logistic stuff. We simply have… View Post
Pam and Gela is the next level of casual luxury. I am wearing a sweatshirt, but it is baby pink and has just the right amount of flair, taking me from a lazy bum to a hip yet comfortable fashionista. All their clothing has little amounts of love that take their line up a notch. I get so many compliments… View Post
I love a good sweater dress and this Alice and Olivia one is soft and cozy. I love wearing it to work and it transitions great for a date night. It is on sale right now, so be sure to check it out while sizes last. The true star for me are my Malone Souliers. These heels are all the buzz… View Post
I love this pokadot number! The fabric is soft and feels expensive. I am always a little weary buying things online, but Zara usually knocks it out of the park. The dress is super loose so I cinched mine with a belt and paired with my favorite platforms and felt like a million bucks. xoxo Lydia Shoes / Dress (similar)… View Post
I discovered the cutest coffee shop down on Lido Village the other day. Its called Honest Cofee and you have to check it out whenever you are in the area. I love walking around the village and supporting local shops. My outfit was super comfy. These booties are perfect for Cali weather. The green pants are on trend and my… View Post
My boys are obsessed with Star Wars. They wanted their room to be a “Star Wars World” and I had other plans dancing through my mind- I had a vision of a Pintrest worthy interior design…. I decided to give the what they wanted, it is their room after all, but I added a few touches to make it mommy… View Post