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I'm Alison, a lifestyle blogger, yoga instructor, and Long Beach native, living in Southern California with my husband Chris and our two little ones, Callie and Ford.

This blog has been a space to share my adventures in fitness, food, travel and more as I’ve lived in San Luis Obispo, San Francisco, and now Orange County. I hope that my posts help inspire you to be your happiest and healthiest self, no matter what stage of life you are in!

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What I Want for Mother's Day

What I Want for Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and while handmade cards and lots of snuggles from my little ones are by far the best gifts, it's always nice to get a little extra something just for me. If you're looking for ideas to treat yourself or drop a hint to your loved ones, here are five things I’d love to receive this year:

  1. Phases by ElliotCole Phases
    I'm addicted to this fragrance by Jeanette Aranda (AKA @shutthekaleup) — I bought it as soon as she launched and have already finished my first roller of it (in need of another!!). It’s the perfect, delicate scent and I love how it represents life’s different phases—so fitting for motherhood! Shop it here.

  2. Heaven Mayhem Mini Knot Earrings
    I love using a fun pair of earrings as a simple yet chic way to elevate any outfit. These mixed metal earrings are small enough for everyday wear but stylish enough to make a statement. Find them here.

  3. A Crisp White Tee
    You can never have too many white tees! This organic cotton one from Everlane is high quality, breathable, and the perfect cut to pair with everything from denim to skirts to leggings. It also comes in over 20 colors if you’re looking for something more than your standard white.

  4. Quiet Your Mind Adult Coloring Book
    Motherhood is beautiful, but let’s be honest—it can be overwhelming at times. This adult coloring book was designed (by one of my favorite podcast hosts, Cameron Rogers) to help you slow down and de-stress, which sounds like the perfect way to unwind at the end of a long day. Check it out here (with a second edition dropping soon!).

  5. A Cozy Cotton Sweater
    I've been wanting to add a cotton sweater to my closet as we head into summer, and these two from Quince are at the top of my wishlist! Whether the relaxed boyfriend crew or the button-front cardigan, both are timeless and I can already see myself grabbing for either after a long day at the beach.

If you’re a fellow mom, what’s on your wishlist this year? Let me know in the comments ( I may need to add to my list too)!

Weekly Wins | 15.2025

Weekly Wins | 15.2025

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