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Hi!

I'm Alison, a homeschooling mom, lifestyle blogger, yoga instructor, and Long Beach native sharing our family's adventures in Southern California.

This blog has grown right alongside me over the years. What started as a place to share my adventures in fitness, food, and travel has evolved into a space where I document our family's everyday moments from homeschooling and motherhood to family-friendly adventures, local Southern California guides, travel inspiration, and the little things that make this season of life so special.

Whether you're looking for homeschool encouragement, pregnancy and motherhood tips, the best parks and family activities, or ideas for your next getaway, I hope you find something here that inspires you and makes life just a little easier.

Thanks so much for stopping by, I'm so happy you're here!

Feel free to say hello or shoot me a note any time — I love connecting with fellow moms, homeschoolers, and adventure seekers :)

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The Weekly | 02.2026
The Weekly | 02.2026

While our kitchen leak has turned into a full blown renovation, we are back to school and starting the second half of our homeschool year. In this week’s update, I’m sharing our kitchen design inspo alongside my favorite TK workbooks and resources.

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The Weekly | 01.2026
The Weekly | 01.2026
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The Weekly | 22.2025
The Weekly | 22.2025
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Father's Day Gift Guide
Father's Day Gift Guide

I’ve rounded up some easy and effortless gifts for the dads, grandpas, stepdads, and father figures in your life. Show them how much they’re appreciated.

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The Weekly | 20.2025
The Weekly | 20.2025
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The Weekly | 17.2025
The Weekly | 17.2025
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The Weekly | 16.2025
The Weekly | 16.2025
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What I Want for Mother's Day
What I Want for Mother's Day
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Weekly Wins | 15.2025
Weekly Wins | 15.2025
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Weekly Wins | 14.2025
Weekly Wins | 14.2025
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Weekly Wins | 13.2025
Weekly Wins | 13.2025
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Weekly Wins | 10.2025
Weekly Wins | 10.2025
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Weekly Wins | 09.2025
Weekly Wins | 09.2025
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Weekly Wins | 08.2025
Weekly Wins | 08.2025
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Buying a Quarter Cow
Buying a Quarter Cow
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Weekly Wins | 07.2025
Weekly Wins | 07.2025
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Weekly Wins | 06.2025
Weekly Wins | 06.2025
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Weekly Wins | 05.2025
Weekly Wins | 05.2025
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Weekly Wins | 04.2025
Weekly Wins | 04.2025
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Weekly Wins | 03.2025
Weekly Wins | 03.2025
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Weekly Wins | 02.2025
Weekly Wins | 02.2025
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Weekly Wins | 01.2025
Weekly Wins | 01.2025
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The Nugget Couch vs. Costco’s Yourigami Play Fort
The Nugget Couch vs. Costco’s Yourigami Play Fort
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Our Potty Training Favorites
Our Potty Training Favorites

Potty training can be a challenge, but with the right tools and a little patience, success is within reach! Check out our favorite potty training essentials and tips that made all the difference in our journey.

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Backyard Camp Out
Backyard Camp Out
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Ford’s Birth Story
Ford’s Birth Story
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Fourth Trimester Recap
Fourth Trimester Recap
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Third Trimester Recap
Third Trimester Recap
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Second Trimester Recap
Second Trimester Recap
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First Trimester Recap
First Trimester Recap
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