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Top 12 Whale Watching Parks and Beaches

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“Hey Michele, what’s the hike near the coastline that might give us a peek at some whales?” was the question that came to me by way of the Lead Blogger at OCFamily.com, Suzanne Broughton.  Hmmm . . . Let’s see what I can come up with for the Top 12 Whale Watching Parks and Beaches [...]

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Lantern Bay Park: Harbor Lights and Sunset Barbecues

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Lantern Bay Park, located on a bluff overlooking Dana Point Harbor and the coast, is a favorite for its sea breezes and proximity to the beach. Perfect for family barbecues and larger gatherings, too. It’s located across from the Laguna Cliffs Marriott with its distinctive red roof. There’s a long staircase leading from the harbor [...]

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Campfire Tales: Changing My Mind

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My mom always says “It’s a woman’s prerogative to change her mind.” And I do, often. Just ask my husband. What if changing your mind is more than just a fleeting thought? More than just choosing spaghetti over a hamburger for dinner. What if you actually change the way you think about the world? Change [...]

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Woo-Hoo! Hurray for a Holiday

Holiday Weekend

Don’t know about you, but my kids are out of school today and Monday. Are you trying to get creative and think of some things to do? Let’s run through the weekend and I’ll throw out some ideas. Friday:  Play with Chores Make a menu and get stocked up for the weekend today. Run your [...]

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Crystal Cove State Park: Tidepooling at a Natural Playground

Crystal Cove State Beach Tidepooling

Crystal Cove State Park’s waters are a designated underwater park–which may be why the tidepooling was so amazing on our visit.  December and January are notorious for the highest of high and lowest of low tides.  I’m sure you’ll find something different on every visit throughout the year. Location: We’ve been to other parts of [...]

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