Are you looking to find out about holiday lights at Dana Point Harbor 2018? I feel like IlluminOcean in Dana Point Harbor made a big impression on people. It was a holiday lights extravaganza that lasted only one year (2014). IlluminOcean was, for the most part, not a static light display. Most of the lights … Continue Reading
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Enchanted Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens 2018
Enchanted Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens in La Cañada Flintridge -- just north of Pasadena, off the 210 Freeway -- is one of our all-time … Continue reading
Beach Christmas Tree at Crystal Cove
The beach Christmas tree at Crystal Cove State Park does not disappoint. I'd seen photos from photographer friends and heard about this Christmas … Continue reading
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Newport Dunes Christmas Lights in Newport Beach
The Newport Dunes Christmas lights in Newport Beach might be the most under-appreciated holiday light display around. My husband and I were in the area and wanted to check it out to see if it was worth bringing our kids back and/or recommending to you. We drove around all angles from outside the grounds of […]
Outdoor-Places-to-Go Gifts for Southern California Families
They say the best gift is one you want yourself! I could go for ANY of these outdoor-places-to-go gifts perfect for Southern California families. Some are annual passes. Some are museum memberships. And one is a gift to support nature in California without anything in return. Picking just two or three of these outdoor gifts […]
Places to Help OC Non-Profits (& Play!) While You Shop Local
Did you know you can help OC non-profits as you “shop local” for gifts? I wanted to talk about my favorite places to actually GO and get gifts where you can give to a local non-profit while finding something really special for your friend or loved one. The other bonus for you – or the kids if you bring […]
Fairy Trail Hike at Oso Creek in Mission Viejo
It was an artistic and miniature fantasyland brought to you by the same Fairyologist who created the Aliso Summit Fairy Trail. You may have read my posts about the Oso Viejo Community Park Playground and the Oso Creek Trail on this blog. In both of those posts, I have you access the trail from the playground […]
What to Tell Your Family When They Ask What to Get Your Kids
When family and friends ask what they should buy for your kids, reply by asking them what they remember as special gifts from their grandparents or aunts & uncles. I bet it wasn’t something that came from a store. I think memories and time together are more valuable than anything that can be purchased in a shop. […]
Christmas Train at Irvine Park Railroad
The Christmas Train at Irvine Park Railroad opens for 2018 on November 30th. Christmas train tickets are sold out for the 2018 season. BUT – you can still enjoy Santa’s Village even if you don’t end up getting tickets! On Lisa’s visit (Volunteer Park Reporter) this area of the park really wasn’t very busy, and it was easy for […]
Give Yourself the Best Gift Ever: Opt Out of the Busy Season (Here’s How!)
What if you chose not to be busy? And when I say “busy” – I mean the frantic, too-much-on-your-plate, panicky sense of the word. You know, when you are so overwhelmed you start forgetting things! Important things, like: Snuggling. Saying “I Love You.” Giving thanks. Noticing things. Connecting. Feeling. Hugs. Hello’s. Goodbye’s. Caring. Family. Listening. How to […]