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Merging Money Matters in Marriage

October 22, 2014 No Comment

No matter how much or little you have, matters of money illicit stress in people’s life and for many couple’s, fights over finances can break up the union. In an effort to avoid unnecessary battles, there are some planning steps you can take in advance of tying the knot. Talk about finances Keep finances out […]

Canyon Crest Academy Envision Theatre Presents: “Museum”

October 21, 2014 No Comment

Canyon Crest Academy (CCA) Envision Theatre is thrilled to present the comedy play “Museum” by Tina Howe, November 7, 8, 13, 14 & 15, 2014 at the CCA Proscenium Theatre. Guest Directed by Jason Maddy with Technical Direction by Jeremy Sewell and Costumes by Janet Pitcher. Additional Production team includes CCA Student Kyra McCullough as […]

It Takes a Hero to Run Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society

October 20, 2014 No Comment

It takes a Hero to run a growing animal shelter. According to the American Red Cross San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter, Rancho Coastal Humane Society President Jim Silveira is a hero! Silveira received the Wendell Cutting Humanitarian Award during the 12th annual Real Heroes Breakfast on Friday, October 3rd aboard the USS Midway Museum at 910 […]

Digital Media Literacy Non-Profit to Fast Pitch in Final Round of “Advance San Diego”

October 16, 2014 No Comment

Outside the Lens, Digital Media Literacy Non-Profit for At-Risk Youth, to Fast Pitch in Final Round of “Advance San Diego” Out of 67 applications, and 30 semi-finalists, Outside the Lens—an arts and digital media literacy non-profit—has been selected by San Diego Social Venture Partners, a local non-profit giving organization, to be a finalist at “Advance […]

High-End Apartment Community Opens in Torrey Hills

October 15, 2014 No Comment

MBK Rental Living is making fast progress at Ocean Air Apartment Homes at Torrey Hills, a high-end collection of 100 for-lease townhomes and flats in San Diego, Calif. The completion of the community’s new model home took place on October 11th during a Model Grand Opening event for prospective buyers. This intimate community is rising on […]

Canyon Crest Academy Envision Theatre Presents: “Zombie Prom”

October 14, 2014 No Comment

Canyon Crest Academy Envision Theatre Presents: “Zombie Prom” At the CCA Black Box Theater October 24, 25, 30, 31 & November 1, 2014 Canyon Crest Academy (CCA) Envision Theatre is thrilled to present the musical “Zombie Prom” by Dana Rowe and John Dempsey, October 24, 25, 30, 31 & November 1, 2014 at the CCA […]

Burn That Stress!

October 13, 2014 No Comment

Stress exists for everyone. It is part of the human experience, but if left unmanaged can lead to long term health issues. Fortunately, there is a powerful, drug-free, way to combat stress that has many other positive health effects as well. The magic elixir is exercise. Although exercise cannot reduce the pressures of work, child […]

Make Space for Risk in the Life of Your Middle-Schooler

October 10, 2014 No Comment

Middle School. I know no one who would be willing to relive those awkward, anxious years. Changing bodies, changing classes, changing circles of friends. More hormones, more homework, more stress. And, as parents who have lived through it, it’s natural for us to want to minimize the discomforts of adolescence for our children. And it’s […]

Three Easy Ways to Get More Sleep Tonight and Feel Better Tomorrow

October 9, 2014 No Comment

One thing I hear from clients over and over again is how tired they are. It’s due to so many things. First, we are just OVER extended! Between work, kids’ activities, social obligations, and more – clients often say that they just feel like they can’t keep up. When you haven’t had enough sleep – […]

Feng Shui Your Home For Love

October 7, 2014 No Comment

It is important to create peace and harmony in your life by selecting a home that will nourish your body, mind, heart and spirit. With life quickening every day, people are looking to escape from the rat race and relax and create a personal home sanctuary for themselves and their family to rejuvenate their body. […]

Crust Pizzeria Opens Second Location in Carmel Valley!

October 3, 2014 No Comment

Crust Pizzeria Opens Long Awaited Second Location in Carmel Valley!!! A few weeks ago, contributors and associates of The Carmel Valley Life were treated to a very special preview dinner at Crust that set the stage for a very successful Grand Opening on September 27th at 4 PM. Crust is more than your average neighborhood pizza place. The menu features a creative […]

The Positive Effects Of Kindergarten Prep Programs

October 2, 2014 No Comment

The Positive Effects Of Kindergarten Prep Programs Such As FasTracKids For Pre-schoolers According to researchers, the future success of children is determined before they go to elementary school. Throughout these crucial years, the way they learn and develop mentally and socially is critical. It is therefore, no wonder that teachers, researchers, families, and government emphasize […]