Our tuk-tuk became more than just a mode of transportation. It was our companion, our shelter from the rain, our karaoke booth, and sometimes our biggest frustration.
We spent 11 days exploring Tokyo and Kyoto with our two teens, soaking up neon lights, centuries-old temples, cuddly animals, and more bowls of ramen than I can count.
Maui is pure magic. With its stunning scenery, world-class beaches, incredible food, and endless adventures, it’s no wonder we keep coming back to the Valley Isle year after year.
I love the warm glow of incandescent lights, while my husband loves his programmable LEDs. So, we compromise and used both to give our Christmas tree the perfect mix of warmth and sparkle! ✨🎄
Comment “TREE” and I’ll DM you the links to all the lights we use on our tree!
This was our tree last year.  Every year, the day after Thanksgiving, we head up into the Santa Cruz Mountains to cut down our Christmas tree. It’s one of my favorite holiday traditions!
This year, I’ve been stocking up on those amazing warm LED lights I found that look just like incandescents! I can’t wait to add them, along with a bunch of new ornaments, to this year’s tree.
Now I’m just counting down the days until we get to do it all over again!
Christmas cookies have some serious competition! 🎄🍬
If I’m being honest, I’ve always been more of a Christmas candy girl, and this pecan English toffee is one of my absolute favorites!
The recipe came from my grandpa, who made it every Christmas. Now I get to carry on the tradition, and that makes it even sweeter. ❤️
I also make his famous pecan caramels, but that’s one family recipe I’m keeping under wraps. Trust me, they’re THAT good! 😂
But this toffee recipe? I’m happy to share!
Comment “TOFFEE” and I’ll DM you the recipe so you can make a batch of your own this Christmas! 🎁 #englishtoffee #christmasrecipes #easyrecipe #toffeerecipe
If you’re looking for that nostalgic ’90s Christmas glow but don’t want the incandescent electric bill, these are the lights you need! 🎄✨ Comment “LIGHTS” and I’ll DM you the link!
I seriously cannot believe how close these LEDs look to my old incandescent lights. I can barely tell the difference!
And trust me, don’t wait too long to grab some. I have a feeling they’re going to sell out, mostly because I’m about to buy them all myself. 😂 #90schristmas #christmaslights #nostalgia #christmasfinds #christmasdecor
Comment “Arches” and I’ll DM you the link to my blog post with the full tutorial and supply list!
One of my favorite things about these DIY PVC arches is that we can use them for more than one holiday! 🎄 We we put these up for Halloween in early October, then swap out the spooky decorations for Christmas lights, and just like that, our walkway becomes our very own Candy Cane Lane! ❤️🤍
Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 Here are a few photos and clips from this year’s Halloween tunnel festivities!
I hope y’all had a fantastic evening filled with lots of tricks and treats!
I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty darn excited about setting the clock back and getting that extra hour of sleep tonight! This mama is tired. #halloween2026
Sorry, not sorry! 😂 When you’re friends with one of the best realtors around, @maureen.uram.realtor, sometimes you just have to have a little fun!
And if you know anything about Bay Area real estate, you know finding anything under half a million dollars is practically impossible. So naturally, we decided to put our Halloween shack on the market. 🏚️😂
Hey, in this market, you never know! #justforfun #diyhalloweendecorations #halloweentunnel #bayarearealestate #funny
#ad I am officially over planning my life around shaving and expensive appointments. 🙌 That’s why I’m so excited to partner with @braunbeautyus and @target to try the Braun Silk-expert Pro 3!
It’s an easy-to-use, at-home alternative to laser hair removal that uses IPL technology and delivers visible results in just three sessions!
I found mine at Target, and I can’t wait to bring you along as I test it. Shop the Braun Silk-expert Pro 3 through my link below.
I’d heard all these stories about crows bringing people gifts and doing nice things for them. Well, mine just rip plugs of grass out of my lawn if I don’t feed them on time.
How did I end up with such demanding crows? Mine are just little shits. 😂🐦⬛ #crows #crowsofinstagram #angrycrows #omg
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