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“Plan Their Future Now With A Scholarshare 529 College Savings Plan” is a sponsored post on behalf of ScholarShare 529. When we were new parents, our friends kept telling us to enjoy every bit of childhood because it goes so quickly. And just as they said, it has! My son is now 10 years old …

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Jenn Willey

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I am a Stay At Home Mom of two, wife to a High School Teacher/Coach in the OC. Now that the kids are getting older, we're trying to find balance amongst our busy schedules while sharing adventures thru Orange County and Beyond.

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We attended the preview night of the Sawdust Festi We attended the preview night of the Sawdust Festival, featuring The Cove by Starfish, offering an Asian Fusion cuisine during the festival experience. (ad)

There were so many different tasty options from spicy tuna sushi to dumplings, calamari, Bank Mi and more. We thoroughly enjoyed all, and especially the ambiance of the evening.

While walking through the festival, we had the opportunity to speak with the artists, try on one of a kind jewelry and browsed paintings and potery. There was also live entertainment in the form of arielsts and bands. 

The Sawdust Festival opens to the public this Friday, June 27th through August 31st. Pre order your tickets online and save $2 by using the code: SUMMER25.

#sawdustfestival @sawdustfestival #thecovebystarfish @thecovebystarfish #starfishcalifornia @starfish.california #lagunabeach #lagunabeachartfest #artfestival
Another driver hits the road. #latepost #newdrive Another driver hits the road.

#latepost #newdriver #summergoals
It's Tuesday and I'm craving my favorite fajitas f It's Tuesday and I'm craving my favorite fajitas from @rodrigosmexicangrill. 

How do you like your fajitas? Chicken, steak, shrimp or a combination?

#rodrigos #rodrigosmexican #fajitas #cravings #foodiesinternationalchat
Dumplings with the girls and a "See ya real soon" Dumplings with the girls and a "See ya real soon" send off to our pal relocating to Tennessee. We will miss you!
Cruisin Brea Father's Day Car Show. After breakf Cruisin Brea Father's Day Car Show. 

After breakfast with the family, we spent a little time checking out the classics in Brea.

Love hanging out with @burtons_classics_inc  and their beautiful Chevelle. 

#cruisinbrea #carshow #classiccars #fathersday #worldpod #fathersday
Looking for a great burger? Head out to Burger Bos Looking for a great burger? Head out to Burger Boss. They offer two Southern California locations: Tustin and Mission Viejo. 

Over the weekend we were invited to the  Tustin location to customize our very own burgers. The teens really enjoyed using the touch screens to plan out their favorite burger. 

At Burger Boss, you have your choice of 100% grass fed beef, cage free chicken or plant based patties with the choice of 30+ locally sourced ingredients to craft your own perfect burger. You also have the option of gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for those with dietary restrictons.

Not in the mood for a burger? They also have new menu items, including Halal options, salads and beef tallow-doused fries. 

My husband and I shared the new Brisket Burger, which was quite tasty. A generous piece of beef brisket was piled on top of a smashed burger patty with our favorite burger toppings, tomato, lettuce and greed onions.  

Burger Boss locations:

Tustin: 15080 Kensington Park Dr.

Mission Viejo: 27690 Santa Margarita Pkwy.

Boss your burger now!

#burgerboss #customizableburgers #burgertime #foodiesinternationalchat #hosted #bossyourburger
Afternoon pampering when Grandma is in town. #su Afternoon pampering when Grandma is in town. 

#sumnerdays #familytime #spaday #girlsday #worldpod
The end of junior year on Savanna Baseball. Blake The end of junior year on Savanna Baseball. Blake was a Scholar Athlete with a 4.33 and was selected 1st Team All League for the Coast League. 

Super proud of you kid. Can't wait to see what you do next year. #savannabaseball #worldpod #baseball
A new eating experience opened at Raging Waters to A new eating experience opened at Raging Waters today. Señor Solis is an all-New Mexican Food Quick Service Restaurant, offering made to order  tacos, burritos and
bowls that are fast and fresh. These customizable options feature carne asada and chicken, cilantro or Mexican rice, refried beans, and mini churros.

We tried everything and truly enjoyed it. Looking forward to returning soon when the weather is warmer and we can race down the water slides. 

#ragingwaters #mediaevent #seniorsolis #Waterpark #mexicanfood #foodiesinternationalchat
My boy received an award for being one of the Top My boy received an award for being one of the Top 25 in the junior class at Savanna. So proud!

#academicachievement #academicawards #shs #savanna #worldpod
Enjoyed spending Mother's Day with a few of my bea Enjoyed spending Mother's Day with a few of my beautiful friends, doing what we do best, supporting our kiddos. Today it was BINGO, selling pull tabs, supporting our songies. 

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms scrolling through Instagram. 

#mothersday #songmoms #itsallaboutthekids #songies #momfriends #worldpod #momsday
Hey foodies, I've got a treat for you! The Annual Hey foodies, I've got a treat for you! The Annual Crawfish Festival is coming! Make plans to be in Fountain Valley May 16th - 18th to enjoy this New Orleans tradition. These crimson-colored, freshwater crustaceans are undoubtedly the stars of this festival. More tender than lobsters, they have a delicious, unique flavor. Master Chefs will prepare true, Louisiana-style crawfish along with Cajun potatoes, corn on the cob, and tangy remoulade dipping sauce. Be sure to attend the event hungry as you'll want to indulge yourself with 35lbs./45lbs. Crawfish Boils and Crawfish and Jumbo Shrimp Boils.

Along with the tastiest of ocean's crustations, the event will have live entertainment, carnival rides and games, a VIP Lounge, Karaoke Lounge, tequila and whiskey tasting, and so much more. 

Visit https://www.crawfishfestival. com for tickets, discounts, and information. 

#crawfishboil #liveevents #orangecountycalifornia #losangelescounty #cajuncuisine #cajunfood #thingstodoinsocal #worldpod #socalevents
The annual and ever-popular in-park 5K fundraiser, The annual and ever-popular in-park 5K fundraiser, “CHOC Walkin the Park,” presented by Disneyland Resort, returns Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, to raise funds for Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). “CHOC Walk in the Park is an extraordinary event that unites thousands of people from all over the world to help advance pediatric care, research, and education. 

Now in its 33rd year, CHOC Walk in the Park is the most unique and magical pediatric fundraiser in the nation. It brings the community together for one goal: to raise funds for pediatric care, research, and education, benefitting Southern California children and families. Last year, walkers raised over $2.3 million, and in the last 30 years, over $46 million. 

We were honored to meet this year's event ambassador,  Belle Wuich, who completed her cancer treatment, September 2024 and is a wonderful spokesperson for this amazing cause.

Join us in this year's event and help us exceed last year's fundraising dollars. And what makes this year even better is that the walk takes place during Disneyland's 70th celebration. Start building your team now at https://www.chocwalk.org/.

#chocwalk #chocfoundation #chocwalk2025 #philanthropy #itsforthekids #worldpod #chocwalkinthepark #Disneylandresort
We finished up another Savanna Baseball season. Th We finished up another Savanna Baseball season. This guy broke up a perfect game yesterday. So proud of him. 

They move into CIF next week, so we are wishing them a great post season. 

#savannabaseball #highschoolbaseball #varsitybaseball #postseasonbaseball #worldpod
Delicious beignet Sunday, celebrating her sweet 16 Delicious beignet Sunday, celebrating her sweet 16 with family at @lighthousecafenb. 

#beignetsunday #lighthousecafenb #sweet16 #celebrating16 #familytime #foodiefinds #foodiesinternationalchat
Sweet 16 Such a beautiful day celebrating my girl, Sweet 16
Such a beautiful day celebrating my girl, boating with her friends. 

Special thanks to @kristine133123 and @livingndreamin for bringing special treats for the day.

#sweet16 #mygirl #birthdaygirl #duffyboating #16onthewater #worldpod #boating
The school year is quickly winding down and I am f The school year is quickly winding down and I am finally getting a chance to share these gorgeous photos taken by @nikkigiblinphotography. 

So proud of these two time National Champions. Cannot wait to see what they do next season. 

#chssong #songies #dancers #2timechamps  #worldpod
We recently had brunch at the Lighthouse in Newpor We recently had brunch at the Lighthouse in Newport Beach. Their chicken and waffles....fabulous!!

@lighthousecafenb #thelighthousecafe #newportbeach #foodiesinternationalchat  #chickenandwaffles
A little sunshine and family time. It was such a g A little sunshine and family time. It was such a gorgeous day on the water. 

#newportbeach #boating #sundayfundau #familytime
Let the celebrations begin! End of season photo sh Let the celebrations begin! End of season photo shoot, last dinner together with some of our seniors, and Exciting Eighteen and Sweet Sixteen. Love this crew and the families!

#chssong #chsspiritsquad #forever friendships #thegirls #worldpod
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