Wordless Wednesday – Touring the Central Coast + Linkup

Touring the Central Coast

This past weekend, Frank and I had no kids, so we decided to go on a tour of the Central Coast on his motorcycle.  It was so much fun and such a pretty drive.  We drove up Highway 1 and then camped in Morgan Hill, California.  Post with more pictures will be coming soon!  If [...]

Calling All Central Coast Shoppers!!!

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This weekend, Moo La La Boutique is having it’s Semi-Annual Consignment Sale on the Central Coast!  This is my first year participating in the Consignment Sale and I am so excited to learn about all of the goodies everyone will leave with.  Moo La La Boutique is a Seasonal Children’s Consignment Event that specializes in [...]

Grand Re-Opening of Orchard Supply Hardware + $25 Gift Card Giveaway

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This weekend, I was invited to check out the Grand Re-Opening of Orchard Supply Hardware in Pismo Beach, California.  It’s been a long time since I’ve visited Orchard Supply Hardware and let me tell you, after walking through the store and checking out the changes that have been made, I will definitely be back! For [...]

Smart & Final Grand Opening Preview – Arroyo Grande, California #ChooseSmart

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I live on the Central Coast and recently discovered a new Smart & Final opening in my hometown.  I was thrilled to be invited to the Grand Opening Preview of the 56th Smart & Final (the 3rd one on the Central Coast)!  Smart & Final is located on 1464 E. Grand Ave. in Arroyo Grande, [...]

Circus Vargas is Coming to San Luis Obispo!!! {Giveaway}

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Circus Vargas is coming to The Madonna Inn this 4th of July weekend!  Look for the blue and gold big top this Friday, June 29 through Wednesday, July 4.  Unveiling its greatest collaboration to date, Tabares Entertainment joins forces with famed singing Ringmaster Kevin Venardos for a production of musical magnitude in its most exciting, innovative [...]

Central Coast Spotlight – Christmas Light Show, Arroyo Grande, California

Tonight, a friend came over to visit and pick up some goodies.  We started talking about Christmas and a holiday light show she recently saw in Arroyo Grande, only 15 minutes away.  I spontaneously said that we should go check it out!  So, we loaded up the boys in the car and drove in search [...]

Circus Vargas is Coming to the Central Coast + Giveaway

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I remember going to see Circus Vargas when I was a little kid.  There were clowns, elephants, tigers, jugglers, and so much more.  I haven’t been to the Circus since I lived in Southern California and was in elementary school……and that was a long time ago.  I was excited to receive an email announcing the [...]

#ToysForTotsLiteracy at The UPS Store in Nipomo, CA

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   I was so excited to promote the Toys For Tots Literacy Program with a book reading by our local firefighters at The UPS Store in Nipomo, Calfornia!  The firefighters were more than willing to take part and brought some of their children’s favorite books.  Before the actual storytime event, there were preparations to be [...]

Child Hunger Ends Here on the Central Coast

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I have had an amazing experience the past few months serving as a Blogger Correspondent for the Child Hunger Ends Here Campaign.  I knew that economic times were hard, but I had no idea that child hunger was so prevalent in the United States.  Once I knew about this awesome cause, sponsored by ConAgra Foods [...]

Support Your Central Coast Firefighters This Sunday!

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I am so thankful for the men and women that serve as firefighters for our county (and country).  Recently, we had a Cub Scout activity where my Tiger Cubs (and parents) had the opportunity to visit with our local firefighters.  At the visit, we learned about the equipment that firefighters wear and use, complete with [...]

Walk for MS in San Luis Obispo on Saturday!

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If you live near San Luis Obispo, located on the Central Coast of beautiful California, and you’d like to walk for a good cause, you’ll want to check out the MS Walk this weekend!  I learned about the MS Walk from another mom in my local MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support).  Here’s what Caroline [...]