The deeply loved series, Downton Abbey, is on the big screen after ending the namesake story on PBS, to sit in the memories of devoted fans. The film, in theaters this week, is a true fan fantasy, which definitely does not disappoint and will move all who enjoy. This week, I had the chance to […]
(VIDEO) I Got My Kids’ Ears Pierced At A Tattoo Shop, And Here’s How It Went
For many of us, getting your ears pierced is a rite of passage. And until my second daughter was old enough to want to do it, I had thought only of the mall gun-piercing option. It wasn’t until I saw an article online listing some reasons why you might want to take your kids to […]
Burbank Mom, Bethany Hallquist, Is Flooding With Royal Talent
You see them. Those Instagram and Facebook cookie videos with the royal icing trance you fall into and suddenly it’s been 3 hours and nothing else has been done. Oh, is that just me?? I didn’t think so. Local mom, Bethany Hallquist is the creator of Royal Icing Designs here in Burbank and she has […]
The Perfect Items For Your Farmhouse Inspired Office
This post may contain affiliate links. This doesn’t cost you anything, I just love to share my favorite items online and get a ‘tip’ for it! Joanna Gaines is my jam. There is no doubt that my entire upbringing was surrounded by all things Farmhouse. That’s probably because I grew up in a farmhouse. My […]
Jury Duty In Los Angeles Part One: A Call To Jury
A jury duty summons probably evokes one of two kinds of feelings for those who receive them. A dreadful despair of punishment similar to that of an early death sentence or the excitement and joy that comes with Christmas morning. I fall into the latter group. When I first came to Los Angeles as a […]
Why Are We Voting On Measures P & QS In Our Burbank General Election?
Measure P & Measure QS are entirely different items on the upcoming November ballet for the City of Burbank residents. I am not taking a position on either one of these issues here, but I do want to be an informed voter, parent and resident prior to making a decision. And I’ll make a full […]
Delicious Goetze’s Caramel Lemon Bars
VOTE FOR MY LEMON BARS TO WIN HERE……!!! This year, Goetze’s Caramel Cremes are celebrating their 100th Birthday! Today, the 5th generation of family is running and operating the Goetze’s company. Goetze’s Story Goetze’s Candy story began in 1895, with a father, August Goetze, and his son William. August worked as an engraver, […]
Why I (Try To) Make My Bed Every Day
I remember seeing a video of a commencement speech a long time ago, where the speaker, who happened to be a member of the military, spoke on the importance of making your bed. That speech had a huge impact on me. I absolutely understood what he was saying and since then, I’ve tried my best […]
5 Reasons To Take The Burbank Police Community Academy
I love our Burbank Police Department. As a child, I dreamt of becoming a Detective. I have always loved putting clues together. I loved watching and learning about true crime stories and have felt my eye for detail would help me catch the bad guy. As an adult, I’ve been obsessed with Forensic Files, 20/20, […]
A Few Of My Favorite Murals In Burbank
I’m a fan of outdoor art. I especially love how colorful murals within a city aren’t limited to just the side of a building. Nowadays, art is used in creative ways to cover unsightly objects in a crowded area, like electrical boxes. I frequently stop and snap quick pictures of my favorite Burbank outdoor art. […]
