The 17-Mile Drive is a gorgeous scenic tour through Pebble Beach. It has breathtaking views that will instantly remind you of the PGA Golf Tour or in my case, humming the “Big Little Lies” theme song (the show takes place in the Monterey area). Earlier this summer, my family and I road-tripped from LA (specifically the San Fernando Valley) to Carmel-by-the-Sea. I’ve made this trek up north many times as a child since I have family in the … [Read more...]
Meet Judy Elswick of Birdiejudy Custom Cookies
Earlier this year, to celebrate my daughter’s birthday, I reached out to my friend Judy to make special sugar cookies as part of a goodie bag gift for my daughter’s best friends. I’ve known Judy for over 20 years. In fact, we worked together many years ago at the same company. What started as a hobby for my friend, turned into a bigger passion, as well as a thriving side gig! Please meet the latest Real Mom of the SFV – Judy … [Read more...]
Hofsas House Hotel: Relax and Unwind in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a delightful coastal town known for its wonderful shops, restaurants, and art galleries. As a child, I visited the Monterey area several times because I have family in the area. However, this is the first time I’ve stayed in the heart of Carmel and I have Hofsas House Hotel to thank! What attracted me to Hofsas House Hotel is not only the location, but the fact that this charming boutique hotel is both family-friendly … [Read more...]
PaleyFest LA: 5 Fun Facts about Ozark
I’ve been a fan of “Ozark” since the very first season dropped on Netflix. When Season 3 premiered in late March of this year, I was excited to watch something new, especially since the “shelter at home” rule had been in effect for about 2 weeks. I think we can all agree that Season 3 is the best season of “Ozark.” In fact, it was just a couple weeks ago that the Emmy nominations came out and “Ozark” garnered a total of 18 nominations, … [Read more...]
Mrs. America: Cast & Creatives Panel at PaleyFest LA
True confession: It wasn’t until I watched the show “Mrs. America” that I realized the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) hadn’t been ratified and added to the U.S. Constitution. I think it was just something that I had assumed was already in there. “Mrs. America” tells the story of the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), and the unexpected backlash led by a conservative woman named Phyllis Schlafly, aka “the sweetheart of the … [Read more...]
The Secret Garden: Cast Interview + Free Activity Pack
“The Secret Garden” is a fantastical retelling of a classic story. Although it is based on the book of the same name, there are several marked differences that make this film a reimagining of sorts, with a new point of view. The movie opens with Mary, a 10-year old girl, playing alone in her room. The year is 1947 and through an unfolding of scenes, we see that Mary wandering around a big empty house in India. We discover that both of her … [Read more...]