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02/17/12WHAT {i} WORE no.5over the past week i've been fighting this lingering cold that has come and gone... and come and gone again! so yesterday i decided it's time to feel good again! so i threw on the brightest lipstick i could find, a cheerful polka-dot top, and my shit-kicker-biker-boots! (at least that's what my biker uncle calls them). and ya know what??? it kinda worked! this little diddy started to really pull me out of my funk! i guess you sometimes just need to trick your cold with a little bright lipstick! |
02/16/12Funky VintageThese two vintage clothing shops are located next door to one another on Hermosa Avenue in Hermosa Beach. I've passed by while driving a hundred times, so my curiosity was piqued and I finally paid them a visit. They are eclectic and funky, but if you have an eye for vintage finds you might just come across something you've been searching for. I only quickly stopped in (without much notice from whoever was working) and took these pics with my iPhone. They are located at 1409 & 1411 Hermosa Avenue in Hermosa Beach. These kind of places are what give the beach cities charm and diversity, which I think is what makes them so great! |
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02/16/12Our Southbay shoot... behind the scenes!As i may {or may not} have mentioned before... I am a wardrobe stylist. My job revolves around beautiful clothes and getting the right people into the right pieces. some days I could be in a clients closet helping them get organized or ready for a big event... and other days I could be on set for a photoshoot, like i was last week for Southbay's April issue! |
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02/15/12CHUNKY RINGS... & a lot of em!i don't know about you, but i'm kinda digging this chunky {layering} ring trend! when done right (& slightly kept under control) i think this trend is fabulous and totally do-able! just break out all those old chunky rings and start playing around with your best combos! here's a little trend inspiration for ya... |
02/14/12A little love...For those of you who may know Husband personally and question Him while he is out and about with the common-Dude, how can you let her write that about you?-you need to know a few things about Husband; first, he knows who he married and she has been making him squirm with sometimes inappropriate laughter for almost 9 years. Also, Husband is a pretty confident man and a few jokes about his inability to close closet doors isn’t really going to shake him up too much. But most importantly, what you may not know about Husband is that HE LIKES THE ABUSE. He admitted as much to me the other day when he said my blog is funnier when I am making fun of him. To which I immediately replied...No problemo! And also...um...honey...you know if you give me an inch, I... |
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02/13/12LA EATS no.1one thing the fireman and i LOVE to do together is EAT. GOOD. FOOD. so Valentine's Day is always a good excuse for us to try a new {& fabulous} restaurant! here's a few of our favorite hot-spots in LA... and it's surrounding beach cities! |
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02/10/12Paper & InkBrenna Berger is a beach city resident and a very talented DIYer, artist, and creative. She's also a mother of two (I'm not sure how she does it all!), who has her own blog as well as a regular post on the very popular Design Sponge blog. Here is just a sampling of some of my favorites that she's made. You can see more on her Paper & Ink website. |
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02/10/12Valentine's Day GIFT GUIDE!!still trying to figure out what to get your main-squeeze for the most romanticical holiday of the year?!?!? {me too!!!} HERE is a Valentine's Day GIFT GUIDE full of homerun's! |
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02/10/12Rainstorms and ReplicantsIt’s generally not considered “socially acceptable” to respond to someone’s upbeat statement with an overtly negative comment—it’s honestly just a step away from moving to a cave and shunning society. A friend of mine said to me yesterday, “I love the rain. We never get enough of it here in LA.” How did I respond? I told her, "I fricken hate it.” I’m almost positive I said it with a gruff, Walt Kowalski-like scowl on my face too. In retrospect, that wasn’t exactly a shining moment for me (my half-hearted attempt at an indirect apology). In my defense though, as a surfer, I see a rather different side of LA when it rains, and it’s not that great. About a week ago, I paddled out for... |
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02/08/12Playing FavoritesHave you ever wondered if your parents had a favorite child and if so...was it you? I was the youngest, so clearly I believed that I was the favorite even though I got picked on the most and my brother farted on my head. My sister was the oldest and I’m pretty sure she thinks she got gypped because she had to be Responsible and Babysit Us On Her Summer Vacation. Also, she was the guinea pig of the bunch...I mean...the oldest has to be, right? My brother...well, he was the middle and the only boy, so, you know, he was the Handsome Hero. Who farted on my head. (Did I mention that?) Then there was yours truly, who will forever be remembered for sitting on a banana in the car while on Pike’s Peak in Colorado and also the fact that I once... |
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02/06/12CUPCAKES vs. 7 LAYER DIPhow was your Super Bowl Sunday??? did you tune in, bring an app, or host a party?? well the fireman and i hosted a mini Super Bowl shin-dig and had a few of our fabulous friends over... |
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02/03/12Skateboards and Swimming PoolsI try not to think that something’s impossible; in my mind, I just say that it’s improbable. Time travel? Doc Brown already made a flux capacitor, so the hard part’s over. Teleportation? Totally possible, I’m just not big on splicing myself with flies. Drive the speed limit? It can be done; it’s just really hard. However, I recently experienced a challenge that was so difficult and frustrating, that I had to label it as “completely impossible.” No matter how hard I tried, I just couldn’t do it: I tried to convince a lifelong New Yorker that LA is far superior to NYC (daunting task, I know). Unfortunately, that “debate” took up two hours of my life that I’ll never get back. Said New Yorker hit me hard... |
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02/03/12spring chicken!i know i know, HOW is it already February!? and what's all this talk about Spring Fashion?? isn't it still snowing somewhere in the world? well, Spring is almost here weather we like it or not... no pun intended (wink-wink!). but don't worry, because Spring Fashion {2012} is super bright, vibrant n' neon, & oh-so FABULOUS! so let's talk fashion and what EVERY designer is doing for Spring. yup, you guessed it... NEON baby! *a little fashion-y side-note: this post-winter-pre-spring chapter in fashion is actually called Resort (or Cruise)... and to be honest can be a little confusing. i guess people would take a holiday during the first few months of the... |
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02/03/12Win an Exclusive Culinary Experience!A gourmet culinary experience with one of the South Bay’s most renowned chefs. |
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01/31/12WHAT {i} WORE no.4i said it before and i'll say it again(!!!)... i LOVE mixing n' matching Masculine & Feminine pieces together to make one killer cool look. i do! i love it! i think it makes life worth living! ok ok, well let's not take it too far. but seriously, when done right i think there is something {slightly} sexy about a gal that doesn't show all her goodies and instead sports a crew neck tee while leaving a little more to imagination! |
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01/31/12555Morgan’s Jewelers held an exclusive soiree, complete with gourmet food, elegant wine and exquisite jewelry. Proceeds benefited Torrance Memorial Hospital. Wine generously provided by Estrella Creek and appetizers served by Lido di Manhattan. |
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01/31/12Spirit Of The SeasonSouthbay magazine celebrated in true holiday spirit at the annual holiday party, held this year at Saint Rocke in Hermosa Beach, with holiday tunes by the Dueling Pianos and festive eggnog cocktails by Evan Williams Honey Bourbon. Guests brought children’s toys for the Sandpipers’ Sugarplum program and enjoyed fun pics in the photo booth, courtesy of Mobile Photo Booth. |
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01/31/12Manhattan Beach Hill SectionThe Memories, This Moment and Your Story Posted at 04:37 PM | Permalink |
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01/31/12807 ESPLANADE Redondo BeachOcean Front estate perched high on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean from Catalina to Malibu. |
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01/31/122020 Paseo Del Mar, Palos Verdes EstatesLocated on one of the grandest streets in Palos Verdes Estates, this Magnificent Italian Renaissance Estate was designed after the grand old Villas of Italy. |
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01/31/121512 Via Castilla, Palos Verdes EstatesThis luxurious home features refined hardwood floors and high ceilings that give a spacious and comfortable feeling. |
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01/31/122909 Bayview Dr. Manhattan BeachThis elegant 3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom single family home is situated atop Bayview Drive and boasts seemingly endless ocean views! |
01/31/12the one that got awayMistakes. We make them. And after we make them we (hopefully) learn from them. I’d like to tell you about a particular mistake I made during last season…the story of the one that got away. Her name was—and still is—Pri, short for Priscilla, even shorter for professional beach volleyball player priscilla lima. The brazilian-born ball of fury blessed the beach of Hermosa last summer—specifically, the court that I had been training on all season with Adriano Ticao. I didn’t exactly know what she was trying to gain from her (late in the season) West Coast trip but we ended up side by side on numerous drills, and playing like so many others across our long stretch of sand. My coach gave Pri full clearance to... |
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01/31/12Training Day(s)Recently, as I began the potty training process with Daughter, I was quickly reminded that there is Potty Training and then there is Poop Training. Potty training is all M&M’s and Unicorns but Poop Training is more like hellfire and rodents. Now, this is only my experience as I understand that there are kids in this world who just ...go poop...in the toilet...like it’s NO BIG DEAL. (Flashback to Poop-Training Son: saw a friend with his boys at the park and his son had just taken a poop. In the park bathroom. With no trauma inflicted on either party. I. Was. Amazed.) I held out a very small sliver of hope that Daughter would just poop like a normal person on the toilet and we would laugh and dance about how wonderful and easy... |
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01/31/12Amber Corral, Private Mortgage Banker"I typically work with affluent clients; many are self-employed business owners with very sophisticated and complex tax returns." |
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01/31/12Regan Hagestad, Managing Director of Mortgage Banking"Gaining the trust ANd respect of my clients In an industry that hasn’t had a great reputation over the past few years is extremely rewarding. I take pride in knowing that my clients appreciate my honesty, my approach AND the programs I have available." |
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01/31/12Christian Salceda, Senior Vice President"It’s a culture we built at Coast Capital Group that Bank of Manhattan Mortgage Lending shares: always be available and do your best for your clients." |
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01/31/12Eli Fairfield, Sales Manager"Manhattan Beach and the surrounding cities is one of the best places to live in the world. The weather, schools and restaurant options are at the top of people’s list." |
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01/31/12Diana Turner, Realtor"I have first-hand experience in South Bay real estate, since I have owned several houses and income properties over the past 15 years in the area. I share this local expertise with my clients. I also have a seasoned team ready for all transactions." |
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01/31/12Nina Michaels, CRS/Licensed Broker & Leah Abraham, Realtor/Mortgage Loan Specialist"The most rewarding aspect of Real Estate is the relationships we develop with our clients. We spend a lot of time in the buying or selling process and consequently many clients have become great friends." |
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01/31/12Rick Edler, Darin DeRenzis & Kitty Edler, Partners“You have to have the skills, knowledge and confidence to be able to advise and execute for your clients. In addition, you also need to genuinely care about your clients. Those things together are what make clients refer their friends and family and keep coming back for our help." |
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01/31/12Lily Liang, Broker Associates"Managing the expectation of sellers and buyers in today’s market conditions is a challenge. I have to be very sensitive to creating a win-win situation and help buyers and sellers through the entire process to close the transaction." |
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01/31/12Rae Lord, Sales Associate"Business is being done differently today than it was even just five years ago, and if you are not constantly evolving along with it, you will no longer be relevant." |
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01/31/12Pamela Lieb, Real Estate Broker"Persistence plays an important role in my success. I don’t give up easily. I can’t be of help to people unless I am successful. I always think each situation through and develop a game plan that will guarantee a successful outcome. " |
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01/31/12Alison Clay-Duboff, Realtor®"Response time is my number one priority. You need me, I’m there for you. I work tirelessly on behalf of my clients." Posted at 09:09 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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01/30/12Jack Gillespie & Jim Van Zanten, Brokers/Co-owners"Clients really appreciate what you do for them after they understand what is involved. There is a general misconception that performing real estate sales is easy. It is not easy. Doing a superior job takes considerable effort and knowledge, and there is a lot of financial risk at stake." |
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01/30/12John Corrales, Agent"The good news for my clients, is that I’ve built a state of mind to handle high volume and to help them in high-pressure situations right here in the beach cities." |
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01/30/12Lauren Forbes, Realtor"Leaps of faith are what life is all about." |
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01/30/12Jennifer Caras, Realtor"My clients appreciate that they work directly with me. I am their point of contact throughout every part of the transaction, and I coordinate between the lender, escrow, title and other broker involved. Communication among all parties while in an escrow is a critical component to a successful transaction and a satisfied client." |
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01/30/12John Chuka, Broker/Owner"Keeping the client informed is the one important service an agent can provide, before, during and after the transaction." |
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01/30/12Matt Morris President, Matt Morris Development, Inc."I put a priority on forming close relationships with my clients and trying to understand their needs—possibly even more than they understand themselves. I make sure I am always accessible to clients, and I pride myself on being able to give the client confidence that they are making the right decisions." |
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01/30/12Chris Plank, Associate Broker"Knowing that I’ve helped my clients achieve their goal—whether buying or selling—To know how happy they are after escrow closes makes my day!" |
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01/30/12Nick Schneider, Realtor"Growing up on these streets and being a third-generation Schneider, it’s been really special to see the growth of our community. The South Bay is a little piece of heaven, and I’m grateful to have the opportunity to work in an industry where I can be a great ambassador of the beach cities." |
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01/30/12Chad Heitzler Fahlbusch, Licensed Realtor"Whatever my client needs to get their home ready to sell, we provide it. It takes a passion for going the extra mile for your client." |
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01/30/12The Altamuras John, Giovanni, Vincenzo"Our knowledge is our only source of income; we frequently prove to clients why we have been so successful for the past three decades." |
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01/30/12Fighting IrishSet your smiling eyes (and ears) on these cultural contributions with a nod to our friends over on the Emerald Isle, as curated by two South Bay lads and one literary lass. |
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01/30/12Hang In ThereCan’t wait for those long days of sunlight? These brilliant pendant light fixtures are sure to brighten any neglected nook. |
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01/30/12Brushstroke of GeniusLocal residents and friends Jane Centofante and Gloria Judson recently published a beautiful book of watercolor paintings that capture iconic scenes throughout Manhattan Beach. Perfectly timed for the centennial this year, the book celebrates the two women’s combined love of art and picturesque coastal homes. |
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01/30/12Pete HammondFilm Critic. Collector. Historian. Fan. |
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01/30/12Wang BoZen Buddhist Monk. Teacher. Kung Fu Master. |
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01/30/12Love in SeasonLooking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift? Rolling Hills Flower Mart in Redondo Beach has everything in bloom … and much more. |
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01/30/12Bruce’s BeachYears after an unsettling period in Manhattan Beach history, an unassuming park overlooking the ocean becomes a place of respite, reflection and forgiveness. |
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01/30/12Natural TalentArtist Marjorie Stafford blends her interior design instincts with a love of the sea when creating her wonderful, one-of-a-kind home accessories. |
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01/30/12Ready … Set … 2012Three Tips for Getting in Shape in the New Year South Bay native Nik Herold, owner and head fitness coach at Ambition Fitness in Rancho Palos Verdes, shares his no-frills list of ways to reach your fitness goals in 2012. Posted at 02:05 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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01/30/12Seeing RedTreasures Interior Design in Manhattan Beach |
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01/30/12Mod MexPalmilla Cocina y Tequila 39 Pier Ave in Hermosa Beach 310-374-4440, palmillarestaurant.com |
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01/30/12Sweet EndingsSkip the candy and head straight to the heart of the matter. These delicious wines satisfy your sweet tooth and set the mood for Valentine’s Day. From delicate bubblies to luscious, late-harvest treats, sweet wines make a perfect gift. |
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01/30/12Counter CultureIt’s official. The so-called “third wave” of coffee culture has finally crested in Los Angeles. Maxwell House, Folgers and Sanka at home and the beloved bottomless brew from Original Pantry Café down at Figueroa eventually gave way to our homegrown Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and the Starbucks phenomenon. This was a monumental improvement, to be sure, but franchised coffeehouses are themselves now yesterday’s flavor in a city that fully expects not just a decent latte but fair trade-certified, shade-grown, organic beans roasted in-house. Welcome to coffee’s third act. |
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01/30/12No Place Like HomeWhen Cindy Valeriano decided to renovate her home of 30 years, she looked no further than their own backyard for a qualified interior designer. |
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01/30/12Beyond Bourbon StreetMore than six years after the storm, New Orleans proves you can’t keep an old girl down. We take the road less traveled and explore a city with a reputation for more than all that jazz. |
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01/30/12GAME DAY baby!the BIG game day {aka. SUPER BOWL SUNDAY 2012!} is right around the corner! woowhooo! and with all this excitement, you'd think i was a huge football fan. well, not entirely... i'm a fan of sports & parties! my top 3 favorite things about the Super Bowl is........ ONE. the food! |
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01/30/12The Real Mad Men and Women of the South BayMadison Avenue was long considered the center of the advertising universe, especially in the 1960s. But as that nostalgic decade drew to a close, a new breed of creative execs were making their mark in the advertising industry far away from midtown Manhattan. Their hard work, risk-taking and creative genius shifted the power center of advertising from the east coast to Southern California. Today, many of the best and brightest in advertising are located right here in the South Bay. We sat down with a few of them and discussed their shops, their clients and campaigns, and how being based in the beach cities informs their work and bolsters their creative spirit. |
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01/30/1212 Reasons To Love LAOur New Year’s resolution? Get out, get inspired and get to know this epic metropolis we call home. Sure, it’s easy to get caught up in our little South Bay bubble, but even we can’t resist that once-in-a-while opportunity to seek alternate pleasures in and around Los Angeles. If you count yourself as one of those smart enough to master math equations like 405+110+101, get your iPhone map ready. Check out our itinerary of amazing adventures to fill every page of your 2012 calendar. |
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01/30/12A (short) History of StokeSurfing, much like Hollywood, traffic and plastic surgery, is synonymous with Los Angeles. It’s an important part of this city’s culture and—dare I say it—even its history. For instance, back in the early 1900s, surfing had a hand in shaping the development of the South Bay. Henry E. Huntington was having a bit of trouble getting anyone to ride his Los Angeles-Redondo rail line, and he was looking for a way to boost ticket sales. After reading Jack London’s accounts of surfing in Hawaii, he contacted Irish-Hawaiian surfer George Freeth and hired him to put on “surfing demonstrations” at Redondo Beach. The ploy worked; hundreds of people gathered on a regular basis to watch Freeth surf, and he ended up becoming the... |
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01/30/12Rich Man, Pour ManMeet the bartenders of the South Bay. Whether a shiny, new hot spot or a classic watering hole, it’s the man behind the bar who makes it memorable. grab a stool and raise a glass to these FIVE mixology masters. |
01/26/12Unplugged (?)Lately I have been pondering with the idea of pulling an Oprah on my kids and denying them the pleasure and magic that is television. Really, the only thing stopping me is because I know how painful it will be. For me. Now, if you are one of those parents who’s kids “don’t watch TV,” well, let me be the first to congratulate you. And then call you a dirty little liar. I’m sorry to call you names, but I have a hard time believing that there is no TV. But also, if it is true that you are so magnificent and wonderful that your kids do not watch or need television for you to maintain moments of sanity, well, then, calling you names makes me feel better about myself. (And I worship you.) No matter how much or how... |
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01/26/12a {TOUCH} of FUR!i have jumped on this fur-band-wagon like most LA folk to the Lakers during the NBA playoffs! hey... i'm guilty for both. no secrets here! but i can say i am really enjoying this MAJOR FUR COMEBACK! it's a trend that's come and gone over the years, but this time it's sudo-hipster-chic... and guess what, i dig it!!! |
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01/24/12WHAT {i} WORE no.3last week i met a fabulous girlfriend of mine for a good old cup of joe! we rendezvoused on {one of my favorite streets in Southern California} Abbot Kinney! where the shopping is good... and the coffee is even better!!! since we were having such great weather last week (yesterday it finally rained, yippy!) i opted to wear this high-waisted maxi skirt and paired it with a cozy tank & my favorite structured blazer! oh... and where can you find such a colorful maxi like this??? well, i made it! and YOU can too!!! MAXI-DIY coming soon! *for more info about this lovely little street {called Abbot Kinney} go here and read away! **need more "what i... |
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01/20/12WHAT {i} WORE no.2YUP. that's a mini skirt you see... right smack in the middle of January!! look away all my east coast friends!! save yourself! or at least keep your eyes up top! i sincerely apologize for wearing such a thing when you guys are having such crummy cold weather. i'm sending good weather-karma your way!!! ;) but seriously (and not to brag) but man, that was a nice sunny day yesterday! i'm finally utilizing our new deck and ate my breakfast (yesterday) out in the morning sunshine! i hope these sunny days continue into the weekend ahead... even though we may get a little rain too! H A P P Y F R I D A Y! wooowhoooooo! *my little diddy (aka. my... |
01/19/12And now...what?I sat here for some time staring at a blank computer screen wondering how to start this post, which is exactly what this post is about. Where to start. How to start. Again. For the past five years, my daily existence has been one consisting of parks, snacks, diapers, potty training, tantrums, maintaining sanity, sleep training, tantrums, bribery, board games, library trips, lots and lots and lots of walks, and the occasional tantrum. And while it’s been hard and lonely at times, it has mostly been wonderful and I feel so grateful that I have had this time with my children. While my kids are still young, in just a couple of short years they will both be at school full time and that forces me to wonder...what’s next? Where... |
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01/18/12amazingly helpful {kitchen} tips!alright peeps. i think i may have found the MOTHERLOAD of Cooking Tips!!! as i was surfing the fabulous world-wide-web last week, i stubbled upon this amazing guide for you AND your beloved kitchen! oh, and the magic you two love birds make! so please take a couple minutes and read through these babies... i PROMISE you'll learn something new! and if you love {little} fun facts like myself, then you'll be in HOG HEAVEN! *looking for a couple new recipes today?? go here and knock yourself out! happy cooking! 50 Amazingly Helpful Tips for the Kitchen: by Life Hackery 1. For cleaning smelly hands after chopping onions or garlic, just rub them on a stainless... |
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01/16/12speak up & dream bigtoday is a day to get inspired, make a difference, and dream. to remember the man that made such a difference in our world today. get inspired... and go here to re-read Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech. i hope this empowers you to make a difference in your {little} world today. // photo's via 1, 2, 3 // today seems like the perfect day to start DREAMING... |
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01/12/12WHAT {i} WORE no. 1yesterday was a busy {busy} day! getting back into the swing of things after a wonderful trip is always a bit of a challenge. my day was full of meetings, following up with clients, and running around town... which was all good... except that i never made enough time to unpack from my trip! so it's officially on the to-do-list for tomorrow: "MUST UNPACK". in the mean time, check out what i wore! this is my go-to RUN AROUND TOWN UNIFORM, that with a little lipstick can get you through the busiest of days! *little styling tip: in my opinion... Denim & Denim almost ONLY works if the denim's are two different... |
01/12/12I love you, I love you not, I love you...Here’s a secret: right now I’m thinking about Food. In ten minutes, I’ll still be thinking about Food. Two hours ago, I was thinking about Food. What I ate for breakfast, what is available for lunch, what should we have for dinner? Will The Offspring be completely offended if I dare serve chicken that is not breaded? What if I put peas on the plate? How many calories are in that slice of bread? Wait, no...no bread. God, I miss bread. Do we have snacks? Did I pack snacks? My stomach is growling. Did I remember to eat breakfast? Crap. I forgot breakfast. It’s 2 pm, maybe I could eat lunch now? Do I have the makings for a salad? Why is Trader Joe’s out of the chicken... |
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01/11/12Holy Frittata!ok, i know you must be thinking... is this girl crazy(?), is she really showing us how to cook eggs!!? no! well YES, but these puppies are SO good and worth hearing me out for!!! when i was in Miami {over the weekend} i had the honor of cooking with my oldest brother, who is in fact a FABULOUS cook! he can whip up anything from a gourmet roast to a chocolate souffle that will blow your mind & look professional. oh, and of course a killer Frittata that i was (obviously} very impressed by. to put it in other words... i didn't know what it was to "reduce" balsamic vinegar until he clued me in. i thought it meant to literally reduce... like USE LESS! so here it... Posted at 07:33 PM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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01/06/12Setting GoalsMy cute hubby and I spend each New Year’s Day at the Four Seasons, accompanied by some good Champagne and an old black journal we’ve been sharing for about ten years now. Each year, we look back at our previous goals and have a good laugh and toast to resolutions – it’s the making and sharing of them that matters more than the fulfillment at times. In the food, wine and healthy living categories, we’ve got a few noble goals that I think are worth sharing: 1) Kick the Can. My love affair with Diet Coke is a tawdry one that began when I was just a teenager scooping ice cream at Ben & Jerry’s on the Jersey Shore. It seemed smarter to drink some soda than indulge in Cherry Garcia and I... |
01/06/12And then He was Five...Five years old. My firstborn, my son, is now a five year old boy. It seems to be a magical age...I remember my 5th birthday and the pink bike I received...as I remember so many things about being a whole five years old. Each time I look at my son, I can’t help but wonder if this...this moment...is a moment that will be imprinted in his memory forever. Will he remember back tickles and renditions of Babymine at bedtime? Or the bunk beds he shares with his sister? Maybe his first skateboard. I wonder, if as a grown man, he will return to the park by his boyhood home and stare at the tree he so lovingly climbed and say to himself...it seemed so big when I was a boy. I am constantly amazed at the things he can now do for... Posted at 12:03 PM | Permalink | Comments: 5 |
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01/05/12HOME vs FASHION... sparkle!with the sparkle of the new year still shining bright, i figured we should do a little HOME vs FASHION... the SPARKLEaddition!! let's ring in this new year right!! what do ya say!? one current trend for both HOME & FASHION is that sparkle we can't help but love! whether it's sequin embellishments {on a pillow or mini skirt}, rhinestones, or even a touch of glitter... that sparkle is here and not leaving any time soon... or so it seems! but which place do you think this trend belongs??? in your home or in your wardrobe!!? you be the judge, here's a little HOME vs FASHION... **for more HOME vs FASHION posts....... go here! and get... |
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01/04/12Ahi Tuna STACK! {ummm, YUM!}to celebrate New Years Eve, the fireman & i had champagne, appetizers, & dinner at our house with my brother and his girlfriend! it was such a nice & super mellow night. the four of us cooked together, drank a little too much bubbly, and even got a few little projects done around the new house! see, my brother's an electrical contractor, so he's always really helpful with new projects.. and will always for work for food! this delish Ahi Tuna Stack recipe was created by my mom and has become a favorite in our family. trust me, once you make it once... you'll love it too! *and PS: this recipe couldn't be any easier to make... bonus!... |
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01/03/12WINTER + FASHIONCurrently I am completely obsessed with home decor and where to find affordable {little} treasures for our new place. But for now, let's talk FASHION!! Winter fashion, that is. Here are a few easy trends & styling tips to implement into your daily wardrobe for this {hot/cold} yo-yo weather! Posted at 06:41 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
01/03/12New Year, New RulesIt's a New Year. There are a few changes I'd like to make. For other people. Happy New Year! Posted at 01:49 PM | Permalink | Comments: 16 |
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12/29/11How to feel Good againI’m going through one of those spells right now where every minute of the day feels a bit like torture. Okay...maybe not every minute...but the point is...everyone is kind of an asshole right now. And by everyone I mean The Offspring. Posted at 04:29 PM | Permalink | Comments: 6 |
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12/22/11Dear SantaI’m making a list, Checking it twice, Gonna find out who plays left and who’s right. Partner season is coming, To town. Posted at 02:18 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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12/16/11Health & Wellness Issue partySouthbay magazine welcomed clients and guests to Equinox South Bay for the Health & Wellness issue party benefiting the Cancer Support Community - Redondo Beach. Sponsors included VOXDJs, Salt Creek Grille, Kona Brewing Co and Harmonie Liqueur. |
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12/14/11Gift of Tradition … With an Eye Towards DesignFor me, the holidays are about that warm feeling that sweeps over us around mid-November in anticipation of good things just around the corner. There are so many ways to give to those around us. I start with traditions-old and new. Here are a few simple ways to get in good with friends, family and even Mother Earth this holiday season. The Gift of Tradition No matter what kind of table you set, display pieces from years past. For me it’s my very traditional Christmas Spode and mismatched sterling place settings. They go with any table I set, year in and year out. Spode Christmas Tree is available at Macy’s Manhattan Village Mall Family collections are another way to connect to the memory and warm feelings of past holidays.... |
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12/09/11Your Royal Shine-nessYour Royal Shine-ness “Blessed are we to be in a sport where our legendary players are still alive,” bellowed the MC of the evening. Goosebumps. Tonight was the first ever Beach Volleyball Hall Of Fame and Inductee Ceremony held right here in Hermosa (as it should be). As the lights dimmed and the hoots and hollers of the crowd escalated in anticipation of the preliminary slideshow, I scanned the room for faces that I recognized, faces of a younger generation. The auditorium was packed alright, and heavily so, by an older crowd of past players along with their families, friends, and fans who’d watched them compete in the 70s and 80s. Where are my peers? Where are my contemporary role models? You know who you are because you are the ones who have been traveling... |
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12/06/11Bubble TalkFrom authentic French Champagnes to crowd-pleasing proseccos and moscatos from Italy to generation-next producers right here in the U.S., bubbles abound for holiday toasting. |
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12/06/11Cookie Crash CourseAs a kid, I always felt sad for friends whose cookie experience was limited to sad plastic tubes of “slice and bake” dough with store-bought frosting. In our family, cookies are second to nothing else at the holidays. From my Danish great-grandfather’s cherished klejners to my Mexican grandmother’s galletas de boda to my mom’s perfected chocolate chip recipe, holiday baking means getting out the cookie sheets. |
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12/05/11The Drive to SucceedSal Gonzales views himself as the head of a family. Not only as a husband and father of three children, but as the owner of Culver City Volvo, a business celebrating 50 years in the business in 2011. |
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11/28/11Wells Fargo Private BankJ. Peter Barbara, Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor Kevin M. Donnelley, Vice President, Senior Private Banker Jane Warner, Senior Vice President, Senior Wealth Planning Strategist |
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11/28/11Waddell & Reed, Inc.Douglas O. Baker, Financial Advisor |
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11/28/11Ryan & AssociatesShannon Ryan, Financial Advisor/President |
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11/28/11Regatta Capital GroupSpencer Kelly, AAMS® and Russell Mohberg, CFP® Principals/Owners |
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11/28/11RBC Wealth Management/SB Wealth StrategiesPat Severo, Financial Advisor |
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11/28/11Premier Business BankJohn Polen, President & Chief Executive Officer Randall Hata, Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Debbie Richardson, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development Eiji Yamanishi, Senior Vice President, Regional Loan Manager |
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11/28/11Farmers & Merchants Bank (F&M)Jason L. Anderson, Branch Manager, Rolling Hills Estates Ned S. Stromme, Branch Manager, Torrance Geoffrey S. Nadler, Relationship Manager, Rolling Hills Estates office |
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11/28/11Bank of Manhattan, NATerry Robinson, President & Chief Executive Officer Rick Sowers, Executive Vice President & Chief Banking Officer Shannon Millard, Executive Vice President & Chief Credit Officer Russell Hossain, Executive Vice President—Mortgage Lending Kevin Campbell, Executive Vice President—Business Development Officer David Curry, Vice President Sales Manager |
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11/28/11Signature Estate & Investment Advisors, LLCVince A. DiLeva, MS, CFP®, AIF®, Senior Partner |
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11/28/11Harris Financial Advisors, Inc.Mary Harris, CFP, President/Owner Matthew Kuhn, CFA, Cristin Rigg, CFP, Irene Hershkowitz, CFP, CPA, Clay Zachry, CFP Personal Wealth Advisors Harris Financial Advisors, Inc. |
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