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Balboa Park

July 29, 2013

:: Balboa Park ::

This summer has been one of big change and big family events.  We have had my In-Laws sell their family home of 30 years move a couple hours away, as well as two of my sister’s have recently given birth to healthy baby boys.  With all of this celebrating, we have had quite a bit of extended family time.  Some of this time has been spent meeting in San Diego for both the baby shower and birth of our latest nephew, Sebastian.  Because Mason and Madeline are the older cousins and have a tad bit of energy, Shane and I decided it would be a wonderful idea to sprinkle some scenic family time at some of San Diego’s most iconic and historical spots. [Read more…]

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{weekend} lovelies

June 8, 2013

:: Weekend Lovelies ::

This {weekend} lovelies, is a reflection of summer dreams + loves. We are counting down the minutes, hours, and few days before we can sit back and slow down a bit. I don’t know about you, but I feel as though I have been holding my breath for the last few weeks.  I think the end of the school year activities are causing us to not see straight, or maybe I am not seeing straight because I am worrying about becoming a year older {but wiser}.  That being said I will reflect a little bit about the things we love, would love to experience, and are enjoying for the time being.  Cheers to another beautiful and lovely weekend ahead! [Read more…]

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Recipe Organization

May 31, 2013

:: Recipe Organization ::

If you are anything like me, a beautiful magazine focused on food, wine, design, or the outdoors is a prized read as a mother. I still love a hard copy version of a magazine.  They are quick and easy when life is hectic. The problem is, all of those Martha Stewart Living, Sunset Magazine, and HGTV Magazines start to pile up. The dog-eared pages of recipes, vacations, and DIY’s start to multiply in my magazine rack {that in it self seems to be a black hole}.  So with the mantra and song that beats to the rhythm of Olivia Newton John’s “Physical”, I myself want to “Get organized, organized.” 

The best way to do that with recipes is to organize them in a binder.  I know I know there is such a thing as cataloging recipes on websites etc., but I am old fashioned and I love the recipes I have collected over years.  I also enjoy and often download recipes from blogs that I follow, as well as from Pinterest. Yes it is somewhat of an upkeep, but it is the easiest way to find a recipe for a special occasion or for a quick and easy family dinner. 

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{weekend} lovelies

May 25, 2013

:: Weekend Lovelies ::

This weekend lovelies is a glimpse of summer lovin’ and the good old U.S. of A….

 

Oklahoma // The Pioneer Woman

Our hearts and prayers have been with Oklahoma this week.  It’s so hard to wrap our minds around natural disasters.  One of our cooking inspirations is Ree Drummond.  Her photographs have captured the scenery of Oklahoma for many years.  On her blog this week, she has listed ways in which we all can help out.  Click {here} for more information on ways to help Oklahomans during their time of need.

 

 

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{weekend} lovelies

April 20, 2013

Happy Weekend Lovelies!

Monday, April 22nd,  is Earth Day!

This weekend is a wonderful time to celebrate “Mother Earth!”

A great excuse to step outside and do something positive for the environment.

This weekend’s lovelies are an ode to the Earth and a bright and breezy spring.

 

  >>>>>> Simply Happenstance on Instagram <<<<<<

 

Sara and I love Instagram.

We have been enjoying the app for some time personally, but we thought it would

be wonderful to share with our readers our favorite finds in life!

A little mixture of people, places, and of course pictures of food!

Head on over to Instagram and follow our adventures!

Of course the week we headed back to school, it ended up being warm and sunny!

Sara was able to squeeze in a little beach time with her youngest kiddos, 

and I paid a wonderful visit to The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistano.

It is the perfect place to enjoy and spend Earth Day!

They have wonderful resources ranging from school programs,

to classes on sustainability gardening and recycling.

Here are some positive ways to celebrate and contribute towards the environment:

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{weekend} lovelies

April 5, 2013

We can’t wait to share our weekend {lovelies}!

Sara and I are excited to start Spring Break!

We are expecting warm sunshine while on our mini vacation at home.

I am personally {smiling} as this weekend is the

kickoff to both Shane and Madeline’s birthdays… 

making it a busy time of celebration around our house.

I seem to attract a ton of ARIES in my life…. Sara’s is at the end of the month

{xoxo my Taurus friend}!

Speaking of friends, our kind friend Cindy passed on this fun video of Bubba Watson.

Her husband works in the golf division for Oakley.

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bioSara and Nicole are sorority sisters that simply “happened” to end up in the same small town. They have many things in common, which have set the tone of their blog. They hope that you will join them in their journey of motherhood, dreams that may be, the daily life, and their passion for cooking, yoga, fashion, and design!

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