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Vkind Experience (VKX 2023): Immersive Vegan Event Comes to LA in November

Posted on October 24, 2023 | Filed Under: Food, Local Events | Tags: vegan food festival, Vkind App, Vkind Experience, VKX 2023 | 13 Comments

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Vkind Experience (aka VKX 2023) is an exciting and transformative event hosted by Vkind, a search platform and community that makes it easy for you to connect with companies committed to sustainability. This one-of-a-kind immersive plant-based experience is taking place in LA on November 11th and 12th and you won’t want to miss it! The event is centered around a “What if Plants Took Over the World” theme and will feature globally inspired … [Read more...]

Entwine Wellness Retreat in LA on Nov 4 {Giveaway Contest}

Posted on October 22, 2023 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: Entwine Community, Entwine Wellness Retreat, Iris Chen, self-care | 15 Comments

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I’m a firm believer in self-care. There’s an analogy about how it’s important to put your own oxygen mask on first, before attempting to help those around you. As a working mom, sometimes you feel so stretched, trying to keep all the balls juggling in the air, that you forget to take time for yourself to connect with your feelings and focus on your needs. The Entwine Wellness Retreat takes place on Saturday, November 4th at Stonehurst in the … [Read more...]

Carmel Berry’s Fresh-Pressed Elderberry Syrup

Posted on October 11, 2023 | Filed Under: Product Reviews | Tags: Carmel Berry Company, Elderberry Syrup, fresh-pressed elderberry goods, Katie Reneker | Leave a Comment

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The cold and flu season is around the corner and I’m trying my best to avoid catching either one. In addition to getting my flu shot a few weeks ago, I regularly take Vitamin C and try to eat healthy. Another item that I’ve added to my morning routine is drinking one tablespoon of Carmel Berry Company’s fresh-pressed elderberry syrup. Did you know that communities around the world have used the elderberry for its potent nutritional benefits … [Read more...]

Love Goodly – Vegan, Non-Toxic & Organic Beauty Box

Posted on October 5, 2023 | Filed Under: Product Reviews | Tags: beauty subscription box, Katie Bogue Miller, Love Goodly, vegan beauty | 2 Comments

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Last month I attended a beauty conference in downtown Los Angeles. I was introduced to a lot of skincare and make-up brands. It was interesting to see how things were packaged and what colors were on trend. However, as I’ve gotten older, it’s important to me that I use products that have minimal ingredients because my skin can be sensitive to certain ingredients. There are so many choices when it comes to cosmetics and sometimes it’s confusing or … [Read more...]

Fab Fall Finds: Products for Any Age and Stage

Posted on October 4, 2023 | Filed Under: Books, Food, Product Reviews | Tags: Birdsong Tea, eat2explore, Olive + Crate Bedding, PathoSans All Purpose Cleaner, SpaLife Beauty, waterproof earbuds | Leave a Comment

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Note: I was sent products for inclusion in my Fab Fall Finds shopping guide. There are some affiliate links in this article. Autumn is a great time of year. The air is crisp and cool, it gets darker earlier, and Halloween is around the corner. Transitioning into a new season also means fun new products to use. Check out my fab fall finds below! Birdsong Tea I’m loving the loose-leaf teas that I received from Birdsong Tea! Birdsong … [Read more...]

The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids {Giveaway Contest}

Posted on September 28, 2023 | Filed Under: Books, Food | Tags: Bridget Thoreson, cookbook for kids, The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids, Ulysses Press | 6 Comments

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Spooky season is around the corner and that means Halloween parties, trick or treating and watching scary movies. The next time you are watching a frighteningly good movie, you may want to whip up a spooky snack to go with it! Fans of the film, “Hocus Pocus” will be thrilled to know that “The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids” by Bridget Thoreson has many fun and spook-tacular recipes for your next movie night. Those who know and … [Read more...]

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