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Boudin SF Main Place Mall just recently opened and is welcoming holiday shoppers in their petite new location with fan favorites such as their delicious sourdough bread bowls loaded with tasty soup or hearty sandwiches.

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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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Balance The Chaos is at Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S. Mexico.

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During the week of New Year’s, we kicked off 2023 in Mexico. Our first stop on our Norwegian Cruise was Cabo San Lucas.In Cabo San Lucas, we had already pre-arranged an excursion that included several activities. We left the ship early to explore and shop along the port. The kids got to get up close to an iguana and we took our touristy family photo at the Cabo sign, then headed back to join our 1pm excursion.We boarded a small boat that took us on a 20 minute ride around the harbor to the selected destination. On the way, we stopped at the infamous Lands End Arch of Cabo San Lucas and the surrounding rock formations that look like a howling wolf, the window to the ocean and what looked like scooby doo. When we reached the selected excursion destination, we snorkeled (didn’t see many fish), played with canoes, paddle board and a sea scooter that didn’t work too well. Quite a day, as we had a little issue with the afternoon current and a few from our party had issues getting back., Once we were safely back on the boat, we spotted a couple of whales and the trip back turned into a whale watching excursion. We followed the whales for about 30 minutes, then headed back for a snack, that was provided by the excursion company.Then we headed back to the ship for showers and dinner. #nclcruiseline #newyearscruise #cabosanlucas #cruising #wanderlust #worldtravel #traveltheworld #familyvacation ... See MoreSee Less

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Balance The Chaos is at Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (13290 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA).

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Last week I met my friends for lunch at Lazy Dog. Have you tried the new Road Trip Bowls? They are a deliciously filling lunch.I had the Chili Crunch Ahi Tuna. This dish reminded me of a poke bowl. It is centerrd around sashimi grade seared rare tuna that is wrapped in furikake-seasoned rice. It is accompanied by edamame, avocado, marinated cucumbers, pickled ginger, spicy garlic crunch, citrus soy dipping sauce. My girlfriends both selected the Mediterranean Chicken. Delicious grilled lemon chicken breast plated on a bed of yellow rice, paired with tomato - cucumber - feta salad, kalamata olives, tzatziki sauce.Both dishes were fantastic, so if you have plans to visit your local @lazydogrestaurants we recommend them.#lazydog #lazydogrestaurant#latepost #sashimi #ahituna #mediterranean #mediterraneanchicken #lunchingwithfriends #justthegirls ... See MoreSee Less

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Day 4 of our New Year's Cruise with NCL, took us t Day 4 of our New Year's Cruise with NCL, took us to Puerto Vallarta where we decided to take it easy. Once we got off the ship, we headed to the beach for some water and sand fun, shopping brought to us and parasailing right off the beach. 

That night we saw the stage play of Footloose, which was really awesome.

Day 5 and Day 6 we were back at sea with lots more speedway action, riding the 3D/4D interactive games, trivia nights and Teppanyaki, which is a specialty restaurant aboard the Joy. Absolutely Fantastic.

Day 6 was a rocky one. While the Boom Cyclone hit Southern California, we were experiencing 20 foot waves – of which, I am still feeling even though we’ve been off the ship for a full 24 hours.

This our second Norwegian cruise, and we really enjoy the Bliss and the Jewel because of the Speedway and the other activities. I was a Disney Cruise line ONLY – kind of girl until my kids said they wanted something a little older and this gave them that opportunity. We also enjoy the opportunity to eat when we WANT to, but I do still feel like we’re eating all the time, just like with other cruise lines. In my opinion, Disney definitely scores higher with food quality and options.

Have you taken a cruise with NCal before? If so, what are your thoughts?

#nclcruise #newyearscruise #cruisingmexico #familytime #familyvacation
Attention foodies! Saturday, January 21st, you're Attention foodies! Saturday, January 21st, you're going to want to head to Irvine to check out Roll-Em Up Taquitos by the John Wayne Airport. Today we got a sneak taste and it's amazing!

Roll-Em Up Taquitos offers street casual, taquitos along with traditional favorites like street corn (think elote on a stick or even in a cup), queso and chips, and their very own guacamole and salsa.

You can mix and match any combo with corn or flour tortillas and your choice of chicken, shredded beef, cheese, and potato and they load them up with or without sour cream, cheese, and more. 

Make sure you add one of the fantastic sides: street corn, corn in a cup, chips and guacamole, chips and queso, and a few others coming to the menu soon. 

My favorite? I enjoyed them all, but was especially a fan of both the potato and cheese varieties. One of my friends also suggested that each of the sides are perfect additions to add to the top of the already tasty taquitos. 

And don't forget to order the Churro Donut! I was actually speechless, it was so good. Just ask @eatdrinkoc and @onthegooc 

More locations will be coming soon to Southern California and we can't wait!

@rollemup #rollemuptaquitos #taquitotime #foodie #rollemup #taquitos #fresh #delish #donut #foodie #tryitordiet #irvine #musttry #madefromscratch #ocmomblog #nomnom #tastespotting #thrillist #foodphotography #instagood #instadaily #orangecounty #momlife #takeout #dining #localguide #foodreview
Our New Year's Cruise aboard the Norwegian Joy too Our New Year's Cruise aboard the Norwegian Joy took us to Mazatlan. In Mazatlán, we also had a pre-arranged excursion. We boarded a topless bus and toured the city. We started at the cliff jumpers and then headed to one of the many catholic churches and had a quick guided tour. Then we went to the Golden Area in Mazatlán for a little shopping, swung by the light house for a quick picture and headed back to the port for flee market shopping and then back to the ship.

#newyearscruise #Mazatlán #cruisingintothenewyear #nclcruiseline #ncl #familycruise #familyvacation
During the week of New Year’s, we kicked off 202 During the week of New Year’s, we kicked off 2023 in Mexico. Our first stop on our Norwegian Cruise was Cabo San Lucas.

In Cabo San Lucas, we had already pre-arranged an excursion that included several activities. We left the ship early to explore and shop along the port. The kids got to get up close to an iguana and we took our touristy family photo at the Cabo sign, then headed back to join our 1pm excursion.

We boarded a small boat that took us on a 20 minute ride around the harbor to the selected destination. On the way, we stopped at the infamous Lands End Arch of Cabo San Lucas and the surrounding rock formations that look like a howling wolf, the window to the ocean and what looked like scooby doo. 

When we reached the selected excursion destination, we snorkeled (didn’t see many fish), played with canoes, paddle board and a sea scooter that didn’t work too well. Quite a day, as we had a little issue with the afternoon current and a few from our party had issues getting back., Once we were safely back on the boat, we spotted a couple of whales and the trip back turned into a whale watching excursion. We followed the whales for about 30 minutes, then headed back for a snack, that was provided by the excursion company.

Then we headed back to the ship for showers and dinner. 

#nclcruiseline #newyearscruise #cabosanlucas #cruising #wanderlust #worldtravel #traveltheworld #familyvacation
Last week I met my friends for lunch at Lazy Dog. Last week I met my friends for lunch at Lazy Dog. Have you tried the new Road Trip Bowls? They are a deliciously filling lunch.

I had the Chili Crunch Ahi Tuna. This dish reminded me of a poke bowl. It is centerrd around sashimi grade seared rare tuna that is wrapped in furikake-seasoned rice. It is accompanied by edamame, avocado, marinated cucumbers, pickled ginger, spicy garlic crunch, citrus soy dipping sauce. 

My girlfriends both selected the Mediterranean Chicken. Delicious grilled lemon chicken breast plated on a bed of yellow rice, paired with tomato - cucumber - feta salad, kalamata olives, tzatziki sauce.

Both dishes were fantastic, so if you have plans to visit your local @lazydogrestaurants we recommend them.

#lazydog #lazydogrestaurant
#latepost #sashimi #ahituna #Mediterranean #MediterraneanChicken #lunchingwithfriends #justthegirls
Have you ever spent New Year's Eve at Sea? It is a Have you ever spent New Year's Eve at Sea? It is a fantastic time, and one giant party.

#cruisingintothenewyear #nclcruiseline
#ncl #newyearscruise #family #vacation #familyvacation
This year, for Christmas, we continued our newest This year, for Christmas, we continued our newest tradition – the gift of “Experience”. The kids each chose a friend to take with them on our winter vacation. The chosen destination was a New Year’s cruise on the Norwegian Joy to Mexico. So, off we sailed, with 4 teenagers which equated to two rooms with a view. 

Day 1 – New Year’s Eve at Sea: The kids enjoyed exploring the Joy. The speedway, mini golf, laser tag interactive arcade with 3D games, Entourage (Teen Club), trivia and games, and painting.

Wish it could have been longer. 
@norwegiancruiseline
#norwegianjoy #newyearscruise #cruisingwithfriends #cruising #sailaway #family #takemeback #nclcruiseline
Disney's Festival of Holidays is still going on st Disney's Festival of Holidays is still going on strong at California Adventure, even though Magic Key Holders are currently blocked from attending. These were some of the delicious bites I enjoyed this past month.

The Pumpkin Layered Cheesecake
The Chicken Tikka Masala
Lox & Everything Bagel Nachos
Bean & Cheese Pupusa
Loaded Yucca Fries

The festival foods are still available through January 8th if you are planning on going to #disneycaliforniaadventure

#happyholidays #happydisneyholidays #californiaadventure #festivalofholidays #holidaytime #foodiefinds
Earlier this month, we enjoyed the festivities at Earlier this month, we enjoyed the festivities at Santa's Speedway in Irwindale. This year, we walked tthe speedway track, enjoying the lights, snacks, sledding, and even snow!

@santasspeedway #santasspeedway #santa #irwindalespeedway #santasspeedwaypartner
I FINALLY get to post this! See, when you make pla I FINALLY get to post this! See, when you make plans with one of your besties, but you have to hide the photos from her kid, who follows you...yeah, that!

So my gorgeous bestie and I bought Magic Key passes, when they were available for new purchase (for about 25 hours) and hers were a surprise Christmas gift for her family. Well, we had planned on going to the parks to celebrate and grab our Magic Key bags, but her kid follows me and sees ALL I post. She would have been a little FOMO and then figure out what Santa left under the tree.

Loving my quick getaway days at the parks with @onthegooc. Many more to come!

#disneypals #bestie #disneymoms #disneygals #sorrynotsorry #ohwell #catsouttathebag #disneychristmas #investigativereporterzgarduno #disneyday #disneycaliforniaadventure
From when my dancer was about 5 years old, she dre From when my dancer was about 5 years old, she dreamed of the day she could dance en pointe and perform in the Waltz of the Flowers, part of the Nutcracker Ballet.

Now, at age 13, she was able to turn this dream into a reality by performing in Clara's Dream, Impact Dance Center's version of snippets of the Nutcracker. 

#ballet #thenutcracker #winterfantasy #idcwinterfantasy2022  #winterfantasy2022 #waltziftheflowers
Drool worthy: Pecan tart fried in funnel cake batt Drool worthy: Pecan tart fried in funnel cake batter, topped with cinnamon apples and paired with vanilla ice cream. This delicious dessert is available at the Ghost Town Grub at @knottsberryfarm.

#ad #knottberryambassador #merryfarm #knottsambassador #knottsdesserts #knotts #foodie #knottsfoodie #foodfinds
I hope you are having a very merry Christmas. #ch I hope you are having a very merry Christmas.

#christmas2022 #christmas #familychristmas #family #lovedones #happyholidays #celebratetheseason #celebratetheholidays #familytime
Football Banquet! This kid received 100% Award and Football Banquet! This kid received 100% Award and Scholar Athlete with a 4.0. We"re super proud of him.

#latepost #foothall #footballbanquet #100% #scholarathlete #proudmom
Early Christmas dinner last weekend at my brother Early Christmas dinner last weekend at my brother and sister-in-law's house called for all of the traditional fixings:

Fried Turkey
Candied Yams
Spam Musubi
Mozzarella & Tomatoes 
Pasta Salad
Crab Potato Salad
Mac and Cheese

They always host with an incredible display of food and loads of fun.

What are your traditional holiday dishes

🎄 🎅 🎄 🎅 🎄 🎅 🎄 🎅 🎄 🎅 🎄 🎅

#christmas #christmasfeast #christmasfoods #christmasturkey #foodfeast #christmastime
#familytime
Proud of this girl, she earned Lion of the Month f Proud of this girl, she earned Lion of the Month for December in two of her classes: Leadership/ASB and Choir.

#lionoftheminth #proudmom
School choir and guitar performance for my girl an School choir and guitar performance for my girl and her friends.

#schooldays #schoolchoir #advancedchoir
Now that I'm a Disney's Magic Key holder, it's fun Now that I'm a Disney's Magic Key holder, it's fun to drop the kids off at school and head on over to the park to meet up with a girlfriend. A little shopping, a couple of rides, and lunch is a great way to spend the day before picking up the kids at school.

Another friend had introduced me to a restaurant that I couldn't wait to try at Disney's  California Adventure. Have you ever eaten at the Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta?. Several different options are available for pasta, and we tried this amazing Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto that had Campanelle Pasta tossed with Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Cream.

This Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta is located across from the Golden Zephyr at Disney's California Adventure. There is tons of seating and a great spot to catch a seasonal parade or people watch.

#disneyscaliforniaadventure #dca #boardwalkpizzaandpasta #pizzaandpasta #girlsday #whatsforlunch #disneyadult #disneymeetup #amusementparkmoms
Pirates Dinner Adventure is celebrating the holid Pirates Dinner Adventure is celebrating the holidays now through January 1st. We had the opportunity to enjoy the “Pirates Take Christmas”, a dinner show where scoundrel pirates kidnap Santa and Mrs. Claus and an acrobatic elf. 

The best part about this yuletide adventure was audience participation! Audience members were invited to join in on the action and competition, assisting our mascot pirate in winning Santa’s Christmas treasure. Children get into the action as they are sworn in as honorary pirates.

The adventure comes with a 3-course meal that features soup or salad, your choice of pork medallions, half a chicken, or a vegetarian option with the final course - dessert.

SAVE 20%! WITH THIS DISCOUNT CODE: JOLLYPIRATE 
Adult $65.95 and Child $38.95

This code is valid until Jan. 1, 2023. To make a reservation, call 714-690-1497 and mention code: JollyPirate at the time of purchase. Subject to availability. Reservations required.

@piratedinnerca #piratestakechristmas #piratedinnerpartner #piratedinneradventure #dinnershow #visitbuenapark #piratedinner #buenapark #christmasdinnershow #pirates #santa
In the last few years, we have been giving our kid In the last few years, we have been giving our kids the gifts of "experience" for the holidays. These include special time with family family and friends, doing something we all enjoy.

One of our favorite past-times is Knott's Berry Farm. The @knottsberryfarm season pass gives families a whole year of amazing experiences from the Peanuts Celebration and Boysenberry Festival in spring, the Ghost Town Alive and Knott’s Summer Nights in summer, Scary and Spooky Farm in fall and Merry Farm in winter, Knott’s offers year-round fun for the whole family.

An amazing value, the Knott's Season Pass is a great gifting option.  As a matter of fact, A 2023 Season Pass includes unlimited visits through 2022 plus all of 2023, discounts on select food and merchandise, and access to exciting year-round seasonal events. 

A Regular Season Pass includes admission to Knott’s Berry Farm and a Gold Season Pass includes admission to both Knott’s Berry Farm and Knott’s Soak City Waterpark. 

Regular Season passes are as low as 10 payments of $10 after the initial payment, and Gold Season Passes are as low as $14 after the initial payment. These offers end on January 8, 2023. Pricing and more information are available at knotts.com.

#knottsambassador #knottsseasonpass #annualpass #knotts #knottsberryfarm #knottsscaryfarm #knottsspookyfarm #knottsmerryfarm #knottsberryambassador #holidaygifts #christmasgiftgiving #theperfectgift #giftsofexperience
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