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5 Years New

“Just living is not enough," said the butterfly, "one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.” - Hans Christian Andersen

May stands for renewal and bright beginnings!  With a joyful heart, I'm continuing on this journey with you to bring new places to play into our lives.

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FunOrangeCountyParks.com will always be a FREE resource for local families and those traveling to Southern California from as far away as Europe and Australia. You have NO idea the email conversations I have with travelers and play enthusiasts from all over the world!

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It's exciting to be making a difference in your life and I hope I'm inspiring you to get out more and see all the beauty nature has to offer -- especially for your young kids who NEED unstructured free play to develop into happy, smart, and healthy adults.

I hope you find this new design to be clean and free from distracting sidebars. I hope you FEEL the photography and it draws you outdoors. I hope you find a new outdoor adventure to share with a loved one.

Let's test this thing out! Share your thoughts below and let me know what you think of the new look. (Of course, it will take me a little while to get all the photos and slideshows added back in -- but hang in there and we'll be out playing in no time.)

Thank you for your readership, your encouragement, your support -- and for just being YOU!

This is just the beginning. Guess what's coming just in time for summer?

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About Michele Whiteaker

Writer mom and nature guide promoting play and empowering families to prioritize outside time since 2008. Park information gathered through my personal experiences and provided as a FREE community resource to millions of Orange County families over the past 17 years via blog and social media. Subscribe to my FREE weekly email inspiring you with park tips and play ideas.

"The Park Lady"

My name is Michele Whiteaker and I'd love for you to think of me as your personal Play Concierge. Humbly sharing playful OC outdoor places to fit your tight budget through this unofficial and free community resource filled with time-tested recommendations from parents/caregivers like you.

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