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 :)

Sep 25

Sep 25 Libra Season

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LIFESTYLE

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I like to think I’m just as guilty of online window shopping as the next girl, but lately I’ve been doing my best to cut it out entirely so that 1) I can save more money for our home projects and furniture and 2) I don’t drive myself crazy.

Of course with that said, my birthday’s at the end of the month and I couldn’t help but share a few things I’ve had my eye on…