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The Feng Shui Balance of 5 Elements

July 1, 2013 No Comment

My husband’s desk contains a balance of all the Elements. The gold trim “Metal” around the desk. The orange vase represents wealth in a wealth corner; it also serves a purpose to soften the sharp corner. The orange vase also represents “Fire“. His favorable color based on his kua number is Green (Wood). So, his […]

Divorce and Insurance

July 1, 2013 No Comment

Because we often forget about insurance until we need it, life, health, homeowners and disability coverage issues can get overlooked during a divorce settlement. In working through your divorce, don’t forget some valuable assets: your life and your health. Both directly affect your ability to earn income and to care and provide for yourself and […]

No Need to Live with Sciatica Pain

June 28, 2013 No Comment

Sciatica can be a distracting pain that starts in the lower back and extends down into one or both legs. Chiropractic care has proven to be quite helpful. Sciatic pain often worsens with extended bed rest. Pain medications and muscle relaxants are unable to correct the nerve compression. Physical therapy is only exercising the unstable […]

Low Fat/Calorie Quiche for Summer Brunch

June 28, 2013 No Comment

It’s summer, and we love to eat al fresco during the summer. It’s also a great time for outdoor brunches with your friends. One of my and Mike’s favorite Saturday morning times together is at Champagne French Bakery in Encinitas. We LOVE their fruit crepes and Quiche Lorraine. And although the quiche is actually high in protein […]

Del Mar Plaza: The Perfect Place to Hang Your Hat for the Day

June 27, 2013 1 Comment

Del Mar is a small, seaside hideaway approximately 20 minutes north of downtown San Diego. This charming laid back town is best known for it’s exceptional weather, world famous thoroughbred racetrack, the county fair and fabulous beaches. In 1959 Del Mar incorporated as a city and is now the smallest municipality in the booming San […]

World Tae Kwon Do Academy to Host Summer Camp

June 26, 2013 No Comment

Each year Master TJ Kim, owner and founder of World Tae Kwon Do Academy in the Torrey Hills Shopping Center, works to improve his studio and classes. He pushes himself and his students further with new techniques and training methods he learns at regional and national Tae Kwon Do conferences. He is also very involved in the […]

Chalk Drawing Contest & Fundraiser

June 25, 2013 1 Comment

On June 22, 2013, the community of Carmel Valley came together to help raise funds for the Ocean Air School PTA. This family fun-filled day included a sidewalk sale, chalk drawing contest, live performances, prizes, giveaways and much more! The Torrey Hills Shopping Center, located on the intersection of Carmel Mountain Road and East Ocean […]

Summer Has Officially Begun! Head to the San Diego Fair!

June 21, 2013 No Comment

It’s that time of year again! The San Diego Fair has already started and runs daily through July 4. Note that the fair is closed Mondays, except for July 1. Convenient for Carmel Valley residents, this event is located at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The theme of the fair this year is “Game on!” which will underscore “classic and […]

Del Mar Foundation Summer Twilight Concerts

June 20, 2013 No Comment

The first Summer Twilight Concert in Del Mar, took place in 1983. Ever since then, these concerts have been bringing together the community for amazing fun-filled family events. Check out the schedule below or click on the link to visit the foundation’s website. 2013 SUMMER TWILIGHT CONCERT DATES Tuesday, June 18, 2013 (Sunset: 7:59 PM) […]

5 Easy Summertime Tips for Learning

June 19, 2013 No Comment

Now that your kiddos are out for the summer, here are some ways to keep the learning going. Tip 1: Create a bucket list with your child Include “places I will go” and “things I will do.” This can even be done with preschoolers with a little help. Tip 2: Read Reading is one of […]

Gardening at the San Diego Fair

June 18, 2013 No Comment

This morning, as I’ve been doing every other day since Wednesday, June 5, and as I’ll be doing every other day until July 4, I went to the fair (but only to water). For the past seven years, I’ve agreed to do the watering of the San Diego Rose Society’s demonstration rose garden at the fair. This […]

Celebrating Fathers

June 17, 2013 No Comment

Many fathers never realize how important they are to the development of their children. Yet, as early as in Infancy, the father’s participation in the basic needs of a child have tremendous immediate as well as lasting effects. For example, when fathers help with holding, feeding, and soothing an infant, this experience provides the child with […]