One of my highly anticipated trips this year was to Cabo San Lucas for my work wife’s destination wedding. I’m more of a mountain person so an all-inclusive beach resort was new to me and I didn’t hate it. Price-wise, $1500 was a deal for 2 people, 4 nights in a suite, and with all food and drinks we could want. Room service sparkling wine … Continue reading Cabo San Lucas & Todo Santos, Baja California Sur
I was supposed to take a break this week. There were cool things happenin’ in San Diego, but gas is over $4/gallon here and I’m sick of being in traffic… and I was just overwhelmed and tired. So, unfortunately, I don’t know what breaks look like. My non-breaks look like big events and out-of-town day or overnight trips. On Sunday night, I picked up a … Continue reading Sunday Bests: My So-Called Break Weekend
This was an insane week, but I showed up for it. It was even that time of the month! It was me doing my best, being a good enough teacher (2 of 4 periods are lovely, the other 2 kill me), and taking time to be with friends yet still getting activity and rest. Me, at home Me, at work Me, with friends Yelp 80s … Continue reading Sunday Bests: Me at my best (at home, at work, with friends)
I might’ve spent 7 hours driving to Carlsbad and LA (twice). It was worth it for the most part, but I was exhausted by the end of the weekend. I’m currently writing this in bed with a face mask on while watching Matt Does Fitness. After a long day at work, I immediately drove to Carlsbad for the Dames Collective Launch Party. I changed in … Continue reading Sunday Bests: A Lot of Miles & Traffic
I would say “I tried to enjoy the last week of summer by going out and being outside,” but who am I kidding? It’s Southern California and we have weather that permits outdoor beer gardens and beach days. Elle was in town on Monday so we met up for dinner. I had a big salad and a margarita. On Wednesday, I went to trivia night … Continue reading Sunday Bests: Last Week of Summer/One Last Tan
Week 2 of the school year is upon us and it was another great week. It has left me with more energy to work with the students as well as energy to have my own fun. 🙂 I had 4 quick meetings scheduled this week and did all the paperwork at a wine bar. I took my cousin Cat to a cookie decorating class at … Continue reading Sunday Bests: Back to Being Social
Last year, a couple of friends and I took a late summer trip to Temecula wine country. We decided to go again this year and maybe annually. Our first stop was Miramonte Winery for their VIP tour and tasting, which we bought off Groupon. Afterwards, we went to our favorite Peltzer Winery for a tasting. They had $15 (instead of $20) tastings for teachers. We … Continue reading Sunday Bests: Wine & Whiny
Santa Monica – I intended to join the SoCal Stair Climbers but hit traffic. I ended up walking around anyways, stopping at Stout for a beer and shared fries. Mani/pedi and some Olipop – I had Friday off so I got some things taken care of. Our local Red Rock Canyon – In the evening, I took a quick hike. It got dark fast! Joanna … Continue reading Sunday Bests: Summer Days
Weekday happy hour and dress shopping I’ll be a bridesmaid at a destination wedding this November! Hot yoga and Jamba Juice I haven’t had Jamba Juice since high school! Ham and cheese sliders Homemade nutter butters Pool party & BBQ Caz announced they have a baby brewing! Sunday brunch and drinks with Jordan at a bar with a secret entrance (Davey Wayne’s) Sunday night tiki … Continue reading Sunday Bests: Everyday Life
I met Liz my first year in college and we were inseparable. She was my first female BFF and continues to be one of my BFFs. We’ve celebrated 13 birthdays together and for our 14th birthday together, Liz picked Seattle and I tacked on Vancouver. Our annual birthday trip (my birthday is in July and hers is in August) began in 2017. We flew in … Continue reading 3rd Annual BFF Birthday Trip: Seattle
Julie in the World 