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What is the Southern California lifestyle?
If you’re from SoCal, it’s an easy-going attitude and laid back approach to life.
It’s a casual way of dressing that doesn’t require much effort.
It’s a joyous celebration of all things happy and healthy with a focus on living clean and green.
And it’s not just for people who live in sunny southern California – this Laid Back Southern California Lifestyle is one you can adopt no matter where you live!
In this blog, we’ll explore what makes up the laid back So Cal lifestyle as well as how to incorporate some aspects into your own life, even if you don’t happen to be in Southern California.
By now you have probably heard of my long list of, what we’re going to call, technological failures. Through no fault of my own (total lie) I have obliterated more costly smartphones than I care to think about. With each … Read more
Whether it’s zip lining through the Florida Everglades, swimming with dolphins in the coves of Jamaica, horse back riding on sandy beaches of Mexico or sky diving over the Pacific, I have been able to experience so many amazing things … Read more
As you may recall, my toddler and I previously received the VTech InnoTab 2 for review purposes. We found it to be a great way to beat “summer brain drain”. It was her first tablet designed for kids and she … Read more
After watching the movie Jurassic Park many moons ago, I couldn’t help but find myself wishing that such a place existed…even if half the cast was missing by the end (if you catch my drift). It’s probably a good thing … Read more
I don’t know when it happened, but sometime in the three years since Whistler was born my relationship with Ben has changed. Perhaps it has do with a shift in our priorities, busier schedules or the fact that most weeknights … Read more
I’m anxiously looking forward to fall as I’m traveling to Orlando, FL in September and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic in November. While I’ve visited Florida often, the Dominican Republic will be my first to the island and I’m incredibly excited. … Read more
According to Fox News, the first cell phone call was made on April 3, 1973, from a Manhattan street corner (6th Ave. between 53rd and 54th) by Motorola’s Martin Cooper. There was no camera, no data, no texting. It was … Read more
Summer is flying by all too quickly. Just two short months ago I was talking about how to beat summer brain drain with my preschooler using the VTech InnoTab 2S. Maddilyn loved it because it was packed with features that make … Read more
So there’s this cool new device that I’ve been keeping under wraps for a few months now. Well the day has finally come where I can spill the beans and give you a glimpse at the new gadget that has … Read more
I was asked to write an article about early childhood technology in 2012 and it was originally published here. I am re-posting it below and welcome your thoughts and opinions. Introducing technology to children at an early age seems to be a hot topic … Read more
Being an iGirl (if that term hasn’t been used yet, I’m claiming it right now), my life is completely embedded in all things Mac. From the Macbook Pro to iPhone to every generation iPad, our house is a veritable Apple … Read more
Our family has 3 iPads, an iPad Mini, an iPhone, 2 iPod Nanos and a Macbook Pro. Forget the Adams family, we’re the Apple family! Our son has been able to operate an iPad since he was 18 months old … Read more
When your life revolves around technology, it can seem like batteries become your arch nemesis. When traveling, I conduct 90% of my work while on the go from my iPhone. Seeing as I’m usually taking hundreds of photos a day and … Read more
A big thank you to Bubblegum Basics for providing a stylish OtterBox Commuter Case for review purposes. All opinions are my own, as always. As you may have noticed I’m notoriously hard on my phone. I can’t help it, my … Read more
Hi, my name is Jeana and I’m a gadget hoarder. I MUST have the latest tablet, smartphone, speaker, and accessory. I’m making efforts to get healthier and more active so my new fascination are gadgets that track your activity like … Read more
Anyone who knows me, knows I’m a photography nut. I have at least one camera on my person at all times, *in addition* to my cell phone. I think any true lover of photography has an innate, nostalgic love for … Read more