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A summer charcuterie with friends

We recently had some friends over for an afternoon of charcuterie. They, too, just had a baby {6 months ago}, so we were excited to finally see them and introduce the babes. Rob and I love a good charcuterie plate, so we went to Trader Joe’s and went a little crazy. I wanted a summer-themed charcuterie so I made sure to pick up a lot of fruit to complement the cheeses and meat. We were cutting it so close to time that I didn’t quite get everything out that I wanted to, but, after looking at this spread, I think we did ourselves proud. This “snack” actually turned into our dinner. We paired it with a few different beers, sparkling water and good conversation about Ireland, parenthood and future get togethers.

{Jace & Everly!}
{Jace and his bubbles!}
{That watermelon beer again that I’m obsessed with!}
May 12, 2014 by
Friends, Giving Joy, Oakland

Doughnut Dolly & a birthday

While we were in Temescal, we stopped by Doughnut Dolly for some amazingly delicious, filled-to-order doughnuts. I decided on a combo of the naughty cream and strawberry jam ..  and then watched the {sweet} owner, Hannah, inject my doughnut with both. The naughty cream, in case you’re curious, is a vanilla bean cream. Seriously incredible. Later in the day we actually went back for more, but they sold out by 2pm!  Doughnut Dolly, please open up a shop in Santa Cruz! I will work for you for free if you do.

We took our cream-filled doughnuts and iced coffee out to the patio and cheered to Loni’s birthday — May Tird! ;)
{the birthday girl! Love you Lon!}
May 9, 2014 by
Friends, Oakland

Temescal alley

This past weekend, I went up to Oakland for the day with my girls. Our first stop was Temescal Alley. It’s so small you’ll almost miss it, but definitely worth strolling through. In this little alley way, you’ll find a handful of unique, local artisan shops – a cafe and the Temescal Alley Barber Shop. Who knew Oakland had so much character?!  15 minutes later, I walked out with a small indoor plant for my bookshelves and some sweet dreams tea.

May 7, 2014 by
Friends, Santa Cruz

Dogs & babies

This past weekend was packed with lots of time with friends. More Beery Thirty, gifts, lunch, dinner, housewarmings, dancing and then breakfast at Aldos to wrap up the weekend. Aldos is this little restaurant in the Santa Cruz harbor, right off the water. Reminds me of the restaurant Joey worked at in Dawson’s Creek. Maybe you know what I mean, maybe you don’t {hahaha}. I love our little network of friends we have out here. Even with kids and work and side projects and schedules, we all just make time for each other. Not sure if it’s just the air in Santa Cruz or what, but being around this bunch is just easy. They’re some of the most loving and genuine people I know. Couldn’t feel more blessed. I live for their hugs and conversation! Felt like every where we went this weekend there were dogs and babies around! I’ve now joined the baby club, and so far it’s pretty fun {!}. Hope you all had as wonderful a weekend as we did . .

{Loni & Cheryl}
{we played pass the baby around}

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April 8, 2014 by
Favorites, Friends, Heather by Hand, Oakland

Fitz & the Tantrums

Went and saw Fitz & the Tantrums in Oakland last night with Heather and am still on a high from the show. It was AMAZING. They sure know how to put on a show. I have a total girl crush on Noelle Scaggs now. She has some mad tambourine skills and dance moves. And Michael Fitzpatrick. Wow. Those vocals! And I just learned that his white strip of hair is actually from his birthmark. How cool is that?! It was such a fun night with friends. Heather and I totally bought T-shirts like crazed fans. Felt like we were teenagers again. We danced our butts off . . . great night!

 {Heather & Leslie — love these two!}
Have you been to any great concerts lately? Please share!
April 4, 2014 by