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Vancouver Treat of the Week
Cin City mini donuts, fresh and hot covered in sugar definitely worth the ten minute wait in line during a break from the Enchant light maze…
Enchant Christmas Light Maze
This definitely is a cool sight to see, check the weather and make sure you dress appropriately. Maybe put on an extra pair of socks to better enjoy the evening. Have fun wandering through this maze of lights…
Vancouver Treat of the Week
Café Medina along with a great breakfast menu, has terrific waffles which, although should be classified as breakfast, when you top them with salted caramel sauce they definitely move into the amazing dessert category…
Top Dining Vancouver BC
While you are out braving the malls this time of year make sure that you take some time to stop and relax as well. Café Medina is just the place for a break with an amazing breakfast and the energy you will need for shopping…
Stocking Stuffer
If you are looking for a great stocking stuffer, look no further than the Ghirardelli Holiday limited edition assortment which includes; Eggnog, Peppermint Bark and the Pumpkin Spice Caramel. I was able to score this bag at Fred Meyers…
Christmas Shopping
We only have 14 shopping days left until Christmas. Among the plethora of stores to choose from, we found a great Christmas store filled with amazing Christmas decorations from the most usual to the most unusual…
California Dreaming
The Black Friday deals were so incredible we used our vacation money this month for Christmas presents instead. Therefore we decided to postpone our California excursion. Fortunately we have another beach vacation lurking just around the corner in the New Year. Until then, I am California Dreaming with a few of my favorite California Beach shots, which I have made available into a 4 pack panoramic gift card set, just in time for the holidays, which include… Continue reading
Black Friday Success
I am not one to usually brave the crowds on Black Friday. This year however, I was in Vacation mode and happened to be in the right place, at the right time. The trick to a successful Black Friday excursion is to know exactly what you are looking for…
Christmas Decorating
It has become a bit of a family Tradition to begin decorating for Christmas around the third week of November. Putting up the Christmas lights outside and bringing a live tree inside. Nothing puts me in the Christmas mood quicker than the smell of a fresh Christmas tree…
Gingerbread House
Enjoying the Christmas season would not be complete without baking and building a Ginger bread house. Or, even easier, just decorating a pre-built one. Regardless of what you choose, put on some Christmas tunes and begin piecing one of these together. This has always been a fun part of gearing up for Christmas. It is also one of the fun indoor activities to enjoy when the weather outside is frightful…
Archery
Taking up a new sport, Corbin is learning the Archery shot cycle and practicing to become a crack shot. Mount Baker looms in the background as we enjoy a beautiful day honing our skill with a recurve bow…
Walts New Princess
This Halloween Walt made an appearance to meet one of the newest Disney Princesses, Leia of course…
Marina Del Rey Top Treats
Ruth’s Chris also takes the cake for top treat, the molten lava cake is an absolute must try when you visit…
Top Dining Marina Del Rey
Ruth’s Chris Steak house is absolutely amazing. They offer one of the best steaks you can find. Your steak is broiled at 1800 degrees and then served on a 500 degree plate, so your last bite is as good as your first…
Marina Del Rey CA
The Marina is a beautiful place for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy from bike trails to harbor cruises. The Marina offers many terrific restaurants, great amenities and shopping as well as it’s close proximity to Venice Beach and Santa Monica. A wonderful place to relax…
Top Dining Venice Beach
The Bank of Venice is a fun pub with some really great food. The pub is easy to find right off the beach under the Venice sign. We went for the macaroni & cheese and the classic cobb salad, both were amazing. They also have a wide variety of unique and original beer…
Manhattan Beach Top Treats
Cupcakes Couture of Manhattan Beach Creamery is a terrific little sweets shop. It is a short walk from the pier and you will definitely want to stop by…
Top Dining Manhattan Beach
One of our many stops along the way included a great pub called Brewco on Manhattan Beach. It offers some really great pub fare and a huge selection of craft beers….
California Beach Biking
The Marvin Braude Coastal Bike Trail is a terrific path which runs along the beach from Will Rogers State Beach through Santa Monica, Venice Beach, then around Marina Del Rey, continuing through Playa Del Rey, El Segundo beach, Manhattan beach, Hermosa beach, Redondo beach and Torrence beach…
Always Stir 