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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Jul 25 Sebastian's

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Urban Outfitters - Tee | BDG - Shorts | Ray-Ban - Aviators

Sebastian's is a funky little deli I went to a few weeks ago when my family was visiting. About an hour north of San Luis Obispo, it's perfectly located for a lunch stop on your way to (or coming back from) Big Sur. Whether you're taking a quick weekend drive or a road trip up the coast, be sure to stop here in San Simeon for GIGANTIC sandwiches, the largest variety of candy and drinks imaginable, and maybe even a wine tasting!