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Shrimp and Asparagus

Shrimp with Fresh Asparagus and Tomato

My husband and I have been teaching via distance learning in our respective school districts. It seems like we’re actually working more hours in the day since our children are distance learning, and tack on his responsibilities as the athletic director at the local high school. By the time dinner comes around, we’re looking for …

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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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Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood returns September 7th with bone-chilling scare zones, The Terror Tram, and 8 terrifying haunted houses.
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The Segerstrom Center for the Arts invites you to relive a cult classic phenomenon like never before. Grab your fellow wild and untamed things and join us on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza for a movie screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Kicking off the night’s festivities, Orange County’s Queen of Halloween, Miss Clair Voyance, and her sinister drag sisters return to showcase their highly anticipated “Hallo-Queen Spook-tacular!” drag show featuring everyone’s favorite villainous characters.It’s not easy having a good time! Dress up, sing along, and come prepared to shout out all your favorite movie lines with the crowd. The first 200 guests to arrive will receive prop bags that follow the film’s antics to make for an exciting immersive experience.All seating is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 6:00 PM when doors open. Attendees should plan to bring their own folding chairs as these will not be provided by the Center. Refreshments, food & sweet treats will be available to purchase courtesy of George’s Café and our onsite food trucks: Dragon Dogs & Cali Delights. Attendees are welcome to bring their own refreshments and picnics but outside alcohol, glass containers, tables, barbecues, and food preparation will not be permitted on the Plaza. Audience Advisory: The Rocky Horror Picture Show contains some scenes and language that may not be suitable for younger audience members, including scenes of a sexual nature. We encourage patrons to consider these factors when making their decision about attending the performance.Event Schedule:6:00 PM – Doors Open7:00 PM – “Hallo-Queen Spook-tacular” drag pre-show8:00 PM – Rocky Horror Picture Show (run time: 1 hour 38 minutes)#SCFTA #SegerstromArts #rockyhorrorpictureshow ... See MoreSee Less

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The fog is rolling in! It all started in 1973 as a The fog is rolling in! It all started in 1973 as a fun three-day Halloween Haunt. Today, 50 years later, Knott's Scary Farm is Southern California's longest-running and most haunting Halloween theme park event and our absolute favorite. This golden anniversary's lineup includes 3 new frightening mazes , 5 scare zones and 4 hair-raising shows. The 50th year of Knott’s Scary Farm starts on September 21 and runs through October 31, for a total of 29 terrifying nights.

New Mazes for 2023:
Cinema Slasher – Venturing through the mystical Midnight Theater, into a trilogy of slasher movies. You will be swallowed into the world of gothic horror, they become the movie characters who try to escape the wrath of the dangerous Slasher.

The Chilling Chambers – In honor of the first maze in Knott's Scary Farm's prestigious history, the "10 Chilling Chambers" is a ghastly new attraction that gives a nostalgic nod to Scary Farm's past while terrorizing the audience of today. Guided by The Keeper, the sinister caretaker of the conservatory of horrors, you will go beyond the threshold of an ominous towering cathedral that leads to terrifying classic maze themes from Knott's Scary Farm's infamous history. 

Room 13 – Violent murders at The Blind Tiger interrupt the Prohibition-era revelry on Memory Lane. A dangerously delicious new cocktail named The Devil’s Elixir seems to be at the root of the mayhem, but where did it come from? The answers may lie at the heart of the extravagant Argive Hotel, where many have checked in to Room 13… but none have checked out.

Returning Mazes: 
Bloodline 1842, The Grimoire, Mesmer: Sideshow of the Mind, Wax Works, Origins: The Curse of Calico, The Depths, Dark Entities

New Scare Zone:
The Gauntlet – Classic characters return to invade Camp Snoopy. You will ncounter the King and Queen of the realm, maniacal jesters, brutal barbarians, wicked wizards, and lawless peaspeasants. 

Entertainment/Shows:
Dr. Cleaver Returns 
The Hanging - Uncancelled
Music, Monsters & Mayhem

#ScaryFarm50 #KnottsScaryFarm #knotts #knottsambassador #ScaryFarmPreview #Halloween #fallfun #hauntedmazes #Mazesandscarezones
It is just about time for the fog to roll into Kno It is just about time for the fog to roll into Knott's Scary Farm. We had the opportunity to sample some of the items including the Swamp Gator Sausage, A La Diabla Fries, and the Devil's Elixir at the secrets revealed event. Can't wait for opening night so we have the opportunity to sample more!

This year is the golden anniversary, and the lineup includes three new frightening mazes (for a total of 10), five sinister scare zones and four hair-raising shows. Guests can expect to uncover unforgettable experiences that will usher in characters from Haunt history. The 50th year of Knott’s Scary Farm starts on September 21 and runs through October 31, for a total of 29 terrifying nights.

There will be nowhere to hide as hair-raising scares loom around every turn, with the debut of the newest terrifying mazes, a newly reimagined fan-favorite scare zone, and a gruesome lineup of new shows. These new haunting experiences add to the original scares that can’t be found anywhere else.

#seeyouinthefog #scaryfarm50 #knottsambassador 
@knottsscaryfarm @knottsberryfarm #scaryfarm
#halloweenhaunt #scareszones #knottsscaryfarm
💥 Giveaway Alert 💥 I am so excited to share 💥 Giveaway Alert 💥
I am so excited to share that we have partnered with Knott's Berry Farm to give away 4 - 2024 Knott's Berry Farm Season Passes to one lucky family!

Knott’s Berry Farm 2024 Season Passes are now available for purchase. You have 3 Season Passes to choose from:  

The Knott’s Berry Farm Season Pass, which includes unlimited visits to Knott’s Berry Farm through the end of 2023 as well as all of 2024. 

The Knott’s Berry Farm Gold Pass, which includes unlimited visits to Knott’s Berry Farm through the end of 2023 and includes unlimited visits to both Knott’s Berry Farm and Knott’s Soak City for 2024.  

The Knott’s Berry Farm Prestige Pass includes unlimited visits to Knott’s Berry Farm through the end of 2023. It also includes unlimited visits to both Knott’s Berry Farm and Knott’s Soak City for 2024. This pass also includes FREE general parking, access to preferred parking and VIP area, preferred entrance (2 hours daily), 1 single-use fast lane per visit and two FREE bring a friend admission tickets. 

Ready to enter the giveaway? Visit BalancingTheChaos.com through the link in my profile.  

Disclaimer: This giveaway is not sponsored, administered, or associated with Facebook or Instagram. No purchase necessary.  

#knottsambassador #knottsberryfarm #knottsseasonpasses #knottspasses #knottsgiveaway #giveaway #familytickets #amusementparktickets #seasonpasses
On this day, we celebrate our 18th Anniversary, 25 On this day, we celebrate our 18th Anniversary, 25 years together. What a ride it has been and the life we built together. Love you forever.

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#happyanniversary #thisis18 #18years #time flies #thisisus ##storyofus #thislife
Only a few more weeks left to experience Knott's S Only a few more weeks left to experience Knott's Summer Nights and Ghost Town Alive for the 2023 summer season.  The last date to pick up some of the delicious summertime food offerings is September 4th, so make plans now.

Additionally, 2024 Season Passes are available for purchase and they are at the lowest price of the season.

Basic Knott's 2024 Season Pass $90
2024 Gold Season Pass $115
2024 Prestige Season Pass $350

Visit Knotts.com for what is included in each tier.

#knottsambassador #knottssummernights #knottssummer #ghosttownalive #summernights @knotts
Let's go! It's football season and this kid is rea Let's go! It's football season and this kid is ready to get out on the field. He has been working so hard and is eager to start his first season in varsity. 

#football #savannafootball #letsgorebels #rebelfootball
Where has time gone? Two high schoolers? So excite Where has time gone? Two high schoolers? So excited to see what this year brings. Let's go Rebels/Centurions.

(YES, two different high schools)

#backtoschool #backtoschool2023 #classof2026 #classof2027 #savannarebel #cypresscenturion #cypresssong #savannafootball
Cookie Day is coming!! Orange County Chick-fil-A s Cookie Day is coming!! Orange County Chick-fil-A stores are hosting CHOC Day again this year! ALL the proceeds from cookie and brownies sales on Friday, August 4th go directly to CHOC! (Children's Hospital Orange County)

#chocwalk #chocchildrens #cookies #chocfoundation #cookie day #chickfila #cookiesforacause
This girl has taken on a new passion. She made Var This girl has taken on a new passion. She made Varsity Song at her high school and is just living her best life. "Song" as we call it, is the dancing side of cheerleading. The best way to describe  it is what the Laker Girls do.

To kick off rhe year, she headed to USA Spirit Camp in Palm Springs. A crazy busy day of classes, team bonding, competitions, Dance Star, class contests, late night rehearsals, team dinners, room decorating contests and hanging out with the best of friends.

All of this has been incredibly exciting. Our songies competed against 4 schools and came out on top. As a matter of fact, both Varsity AND JV won 1st place. Super proud of both teams and coaches.

Since I have been in the dance world for some time now, song/cheer is quite an experience.  These songies and their coaches are given choreography during the week (in about an hour and a half). The coaches take their teams and personalize it to their athletes, while keeping the technical components in tact. Then, they compete the number on the final day.

And come to find out, the Dance Star is quite an honor, as these individuals are chosen for their dance technique. These girls have several rounds of competition before a finalist is chosen and proud to share that Melissa received an "All American" ribbon today for, I think, being in the top 10. She was also in great company as several of her teammates were chosen as well, one of them winning first place.

The icing on the cake - parent friends. What an awesome group of families. While the girls were doing their thing, the parents were bonding as well. This is going to be an exciting year!!

#cypresssong #chssong #songies #allamerican #usaspiritcamp  #teambonding #proudofmydancer
Such a great summer day. My daughter's song team h Such a great summer day. My daughter's song team had a beach Bonfire day to celebrate summer and a little team bonding as we head into USA Cheer camp on Monday. The girls, and families had a blast.

#beachdays #chssong #teambonding #cypresssong #spiritsquad #songteam
Just a few of the numerous desserts offered during Just a few of the numerous desserts offered during Knott's Berry Farm's Summer Nights. What is your favorite?

#knottssummernights #knottsambassador #knottssummer #knottssummertime #knottsberryfarm #desserttime #desserts
CHOC Walk in the Park is a month away and last nig CHOC Walk in the Park is a month away and last night I got together with a group of influencers supporting the event.

This year, CHOC Walk is back, in person, at Disneyland in the traditional form of a signature walk, on August 20th.

Did you know there is a Disney #Magickey team that annual passholders can join? Sign up today at CHOCWALK (dot) org.

This year's check in will be at South Coast Plaza on August 18th and 19th, and those are the only days you can pick up official materials, shirts and fundraising prizes.

It's not too late to join in the fun. Register today, join a team or create one for yourself. It all benefits CHOC kids.

Special Thanks to @ByBloscafe.orange and @bosscatkitchen for hosting our event. #dailydosehospitality
@chocfoundation @chocchildrens  #chocwalk #chocpartner @disneyland
This little lady went from being completely afraid This little lady went from being completely afraid of the pool to a water dog in a matter of 2 days. Now I can't keep her out of the water. Now she is making quite a mess because she is doing laps from the pool, through the dog door and back to get our attention. 

#crazydog #jadethepitweiler #waterdog #Summerdays #dogdaysofsummer
The Habit Burger Grill is cooking up some new menu The Habit Burger Grill is cooking up some new menu options. For a limited time, they are offering exclusive test items that will be featured on their “Simple Crafts” Menu. Each item is priced at just $5 and are crowd favorites. #ad

First, the CHARDOG – it is a 100% all beef dog, chargrilled with onions, ketchup and mustard, my favorite.

Next, is the PARMESAN CRUSTED GRILLED. Two slices of sour dough bread, parmesan crusted and filled with ooey, gooey cheeses, which my son devoured in seconds.

Finally, the BLT - served on lightly toasted sourdough with crispy bacon, shredded lettuce and fresh tomatoes that my daughter and husband split.

The Simple Crafts Menu is currently only offered at 6 Southern California locations: Baldwin Park, Norwalk, Simi Valley, Sylmar, Aliso Viejo, and Dana Point.

We really enjoyed each of the items from the exclusive test menu and are excited that The Habit Burger Grill is now featuring the limited and affordable Simple Crafts menu. Hopefully one of these locations are in your neighborhood so you can sample them for yourself.

@habitburgergrill #HabitBurgerGrill #SimpleCrafts #HabitBurgerAllDay #HabitBurgerFortheWin #MakeItAHabit #LimitedTime #CharDog #BLT #GrilledCheese #FoodFinds #Foodbeast #BurgerTime
We were so excited to see Jurassic World Live will We were so excited to see Jurassic World Live will be at the Honda Center in Anaheim tonight. The prehistoric event continues to July 16 and then roams to Crypto.com Arena, July 21 – 23.

The story of Jurassic World came to life when dinosaurs from the iconic movie franchise, including fan-favorite Velociraptor Blue and a Tyrannosaurus Rex took center stage of the arena floor. 

The production features more than 20 film-accurate, life-sized dinosaurs, each custom-built with the latest technology, scientific precision, and Hollywood studio quality.  With scale, speed, and ferocity, the animatronic and performer-operated dinosaurs deliver colossal, edge-of-your-seat excitement that brings the Jurassic World park right here to Southern California.

You’ll dive into Jurassic World with the unmistakable musical score combined with projection and practical scenery that transforms the arena into the dense jungles of Isla Nublar, where real Gyrospheres roll through the valley. The trip to Isla Nublar takes a terrifying turn after the Indominus Rex escapes and causes chaos in the park!  The adventure continues as you join forces with a team of scientists to unravel a corrupt plan and save an all-new dinosaur named Jeanie from a terrible fate. 

We had such a great time, feeling like we were actually wrapped up in the storyline of Jurassic World Live Tour. And my kiddos especially enjoyed picking up a dinosaur snow cone too.

Reserve your tickets now to catch this family fun show. Visit @jurassicworldlive #jurassicworldlivetour #jurassicworld #dinosaurslive #dinosaurs #hondacenter #cryptoarena
Another dance season comes to an end. So proud of Another dance season comes to an end. So proud of my girl for putting her all into  her drive for dance. This is her contemporary solo, choreographed by the amazing Lauren Slack. 
#dance #Nationals #dancer #competitivedancer #dancemom #proudmom @impactlosal_company @melissarwilley @melissawilleyy #hollywoodvibenationals
We were at Nationals for 5 days, which prompted us We were at Nationals for 5 days, which prompted us to prepare a couple of meals in our room.

Thanks to my good friend @jtran922 the girls had healthy delish meals like rice and salmon with a side of fresh fruit, perfect for long days of dancing.

#nationals #feedingtheathletes #dancedays
If you are a fan of the show Friends, you are goin If you are a fan of the show Friends, you are going to want to grab your best buddies and head on over to the FRIENDS Experience in Lakewood, CA. #AD

We were so excited to be invited to to enjoy the FRIENDS Experience first hand. Created by Original X Productions and Warner Bros, it is the ultimate destination for Friends fans.

Die hard fans will love to step into 12 nostalgia-packed rooms of set recreations, photo ops, props and costumes from the show. In addition to some classic set recreations such as Central Perk and the opening credits fountain scene, there are several new and exciting offerings fans can't see on the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in LA — you can recreate exciting moments including the iconic PIVOT scene and Joey’s “Could I BE Wearing Any More Clothes,” walk through the apartment hallway, see Pat the Dog, read the infamous 18-page letter Rachel wrote to Ross and more!

Order your tickets online or at the door. Time slots are available every 30 minutes.

*Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays: 12 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
* Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
* Sundays: 10 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

#friends #friendsexperience #friendsexperiencelakewood #friendspopup #instagramablefun
My beautiful girl's fourth dance season comes to a My beautiful girl's fourth dance season comes to a close and she has grown so much as a dancer, teenager, and young adult. Looking forward to see her thrive in her next chapter as a song leader. Keep reaching for the stars baby girl.

#idcdancer #dancer #dancebanquet #endofanotheryear #impactdancecenter #impactcompetitive #songleader #nextchapter
I know I have shared this before, but I absolutely I know I have shared this before, but I absolutely LOVE an easy and delicious sushi bake. My most recent version included some of the fresh caught crab my mom shared from her Oregon trip last year and salmon. So good!!!

#sushibake #foodie #freshseafood
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