What a difference a year makes. Last summer before Dahlia started Kindergarten, we went to Austin, Texas. I then convinced my husband to take a day trip out to Waco […]
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Introducing our Kindergarten Grad, Dahlia!
When Dahlia started Kindergarten, I decided I would take a photo every single day when we got ready or while doing drop off, so I could prepare a slideshow for […]
Travel Tuesday: Austin, Texas with Kids
What a crazy time it has been, right? I haven’t blogged in a really, really long time and if anything good has come out of this quarantine, it’s me getting […]
Happy 1st Birthday to my Rainbow Baby, Ivy
Dearest Ivy, Ivy, your name signifies faithfulness. We kept the faith even before you came into existence. Before we had you, I had a miscarriage. There was never a doubt […]
2018 Year in Review
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Make it Monday: DIY Door Mats
Happy Monday! Lately I’ve been trying to fix up our patio as the exterior of our house tends to be ignored since we mostly focus on the interior. So, I’ve […]
Travel Tuesday: Family-Friendly Trip to Palm Springs & Joshua Tree National Park
Happy Travel Tuesday! Right after Memorial Day, we headed out on a quick getaway to Palm Springs for a birthday trip for Dahlia and Babymoon for me. I was actually […]
She’s Here: Ivy Frances Sato
On Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 4:16am, we had our second baby girl, Ivy. I want to remember these moments forever and enjoy the newborn phase because it goes by […]
Travel Tuesday: Visiting the Color Factory in San Francisco
In April, we checked out the Color Factory in San Francisco. Tickets went on sale again and we took the opportunity to see what all the hype was about and […]
Make it Monday: Getting Creative at the Children’s Creativity Museum in San Francisco
Happy Monday! I took the day off a couple of Friday’s ago to take Dahlia on a day date to the Children’s Creativity Museum in San Francisco at Yerba Buena […]
Travel Tuesday – Local Edition: Family-Friendly Alcatraz Night Tour
Happy Tuesday! A couple of weeks ago, my family and I ventured out to Alcatraz. We missed a few people, but there were a total of 11 of us and […]
Make it Monday: Vegan No Bake Cheesecake Tarts
Happy Monday! I love a good cheesecake, but I hate that it’s got a ton of calories to go along with it. I have always wanted to make my own […]
Foodie Friday: Birthday Dinner at International Smoke
A couple of weeks ago, we hit the town to celebrate my husband Jason’s birthday at Ayesha Curry’s International Smoke. We had gone to her quick serve cafeteria style restaurant […]
Travel Tuesday – Local Edition: The Perfect Day in San Francisco along the Great Highway
I’ve lived in San Francisco all throughout college and loved every minute of it. Coming from a small town, I thought I could live the big city life and now […]
‘Make it’ Monday: Drawing Inspiration from the Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco
Happy Monday! During this second pregnancy, I’ve run into some obstacles and will be homebound for the remaining few months, which means I need to stay put and find things […]
From Blog to Vlog: Dahlia’s First Makeup Tutorial
All I did was roll the tape. She did everything on her own. No script and her first take…
Travel Tuesday: Visiting Muir Woods National Monument and 13 other Stroller-Friendly Hikes in the Bay Area
Happy Tuesday! Spring is here and that means it’s just about time to enjoy the outdoors. I know as a parent with a toddler and one on the way, doing […]
‘Make it’ Monday: Plastic Easter Egg Garland
Happy Monday! Easter is a few weeks away, so, in preparation, I bought these Easter eggs at Target knowing that I wanted to make some decor for the house. Each […]
“Make it” Monday: Make Spring-inspired Art with your Kids at Scribble Me Happy
Happy “Make it” Monday! Spring is almost here and what better way to celebrate than to draw, paint or make something with your little one. Today I wanted to share […]
Foodie Friday: Marugame Udon Makes it’s Debut in San Francisco
If you love Japanese Udon and live in the Bay Area, you’ve probably heard that Marugame Udon opened it’s doors last month at good ol’ Stonestown Mall in San Francisco. […]
Foodie Friday: I Scream, You Scream, We all Scream for the Museum of Ice Cream
Hooray! We finally got a chance to partake in the coveted Museum of Ice Cream which opened in San Francisco last year. Tickets are nearly impossible to get and I’ve […]
Happy Valentine’s Day!
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Foodie Friday: Tea Time for Two – 11 Different Tea Houses to Try in the Bay Area
Happy Friday! I loooove me some tea. I’m definitely not a coffee drinker and every time I try I end up with a massive headache and shaky hands because caffeine […]
Travel Tuesday: Family-Friendly Weekend Getaway to Denver, Colorado
Each year, my husband and I try to travel to somewhere new that we’ve never been before whether that be nationally, locally or abroad. This year, we wasted no time […]
Travel Tuesday: Journey of Discovery: Go Big on Culture and History on a Family Vacation
Guest Post by Jenny Griffiths Kids grow excited at the thought of a vacation. They are thinking beaches, amusement parks, and breaks from school and the normal routine. However, you […]
Make it Monday: DIY Frozen Inspired No-Sew Tulle Tutu
Today on the blog is a quick and easy project Dahlia and I finished this past Saturday morning. I found this project while browsing the craft store looking for other […]
Make it Monday: DIY Slime Two Ways – Fluffly Slime and Glitter Slime
I finally caved and helped Dahlia make slime. Not that she was bugging me about it but I knew at some point we’d make it since it seems to be […]
Make it Monday: DIY No-Sew Kids Teepee
Our home is what you call cozy — a nice way of saying it’s small. We love it though and we’re always finding projects to maximize space, which is always […]
Travel Tuesday: An Eventful Three-Day Weekend Getaway to Santa Barbara County
Labor Day weekend is our weekend — it’s the weekend we got married and a three-day weekend, so it always means we get to take advantage of having that extra […]
Travel Tuesday: 72 Hours in Arizona — Scottsdale, Sedona, Tempe
Happy Travel Tuesday! We went on a recent trip to Arizona to explore desert life. Truth be told, we actually wanted to plan a trip to Palm Springs, but it […]
Make it Monday: DIY Funfetti Soy Candle
Happy Monday! Recently, I’ve been trying out different DIY projects and bought candle making items at Michael’s/Beverly’s craft stores. Dahlia asked me what I was making when I tried to […]
Make it Monday: Eight DIY Learning at Home Ideas with Bright Horizons
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Bright Horizons Early Education and Preschool for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Happy Make it Monday! Now that Dahlia […]
Travel Tuesday: Weekend Getaway – 48 Hours in Orange County
You can also find my article here on bayarea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/things-to-do/things-to-do-in-orange-county/ Summer is finally here, and while I still can’t quite figure out what the Bay Area weather will be like […]
Travel Tuesday: An Hour-by-Hour Guide to a Day in Monterey
You can also find my article here on bayarea.com: An Hour-by-Hour Guide to a Day in Monterey Just an hour and a half away from San Francisco and San Jose, […]
‘Make it’ Monday: Make Customizable Cards with Basic Invite
Happy ‘Make it’ Monday, Everyone! Today, I have something special for you! Most people know that when it comes to invitations and cards, I love customizing and making it my […]
Travel Tuesday: 48 Hours in Portland
Check out my article here on bay area.com too: https://www.bayarea.com/things-to-do/weekend-getaway-48-hours-portland/ Weird? Some may think so, but Portland, Oregon is a city of many names and faces. It’s a food town and brew […]
Foodie Friday: DIY Shabu Shabu
Happy Friday! Lately, the weather has been a bit crazy and while we would normally eat out during the weekend, dinner at home may seem like a better idea. This […]
Travel Tuesday: Five Best Lake Tahoe Resorts for Snowboarding
Happy Valentine’s Day <3 Love is like snowboarding: the rush you get when your falling is unexplainable… You can also find my article here on bayarea.com: Best Tahoe Resorts for […]
Travel Tuesday: 8 More Things I Never Knew About Disneyland as a First-Time Parent
In 2015, we took Dahlia to Disneyland for the first time and were amazed by how much we were actually able to do. And now that she’s a year older […]
Wellness Wednesday: Updated – Five More Indoor Playgrounds for Kids (and Adults) in the Bay Area
Last week’s El Nino weather was crazy I tell ya! So, we headed indoors to get Dahlia movin’. Here’s 8 awesome indoor playgrounds in the Bay Area, most of which […]
Make it Monday: Quick Craft for Kids – DIY Night Light
Happy Monday, everyone! Hope you’ve all braved the crazy weather this weekend. You can tell Winter is definitely in full swing because this stormy weather is no joke! On a […]
Foodie Friday: The Best Ramen in the Peninsula & South Bay
Find this article here on bayarea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/eat/best-ramen-san-jose/ Like this article? Check out my Favorite Ramen list here: Foodie Friday: The Favorites List — Ramen Wow! Is it getting chilly, or […]
Make it Monday: DIY Chalkboard Ornaments/Signs
Happy Monday! I hope you all had a happy Holiday season! I am at the tail end of being sick but had the best Holiday season watching my daughter open […]
“Make it” Monday: Easy Toddler Holiday Crafts for the Tree
Happy Monday!! The Holidays are in full swing which means it’s time for some holiday crafts! And now that Dahlia’s a toddler, she can actually do some on her own. […]
Travel Tuesday: Local Edition – Free or Cheap Destinations to take Visitors this Holiday Season
Check out my article here on bayarea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/things-to-do/free-things-san-francisco-holiday/ Ah, yes, it’s the holidays, and the relatives are uber-excited to come visit you in the Bay Area — which means you’ll […]
Make it Monday: DIY Felt Christmas Trees
Happy Monday! Hope everyone had a ful-filling Thanksgiving! This year, our family craft was making these super cute felt trees perfect for decorating your home or even to make […]
Foodie Friday: The Best Small Plates to Share for Date Night on the Peninsula
Find my article here too: https://www.bayarea.com/eat/small-plates-date-night/ The weather is getting cooler and the rain has started to fall more regularly. It’s the perfect time to get cozy with bae (does […]
Make it Monday: DIY Stamp Gift Wrap for Kids
Messy but productive. I’m sure if you asked my mom what I was like as a kid, this is what she’d tell you and really nothing’s changed. ☺️ Except now […]
Travel Tuesday: 48 hour Weekend Getaway to Seattle
Check out my article here on bayarea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/play/travel/weekend-getaway-seattle/ Bay Area, hasn’t the rain been a nice change of pace? I have always loved rain and, because of California’s water shortage, […]
The Bay Area Finally has a Din Tai Fung: So, What’s All the Fuss About?
Also find my article here on BayArea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/uncategorized/din-tai-fung/ Reservations only? Long lines? Check and check. It’s been several months since the opening of the popular Taiwanese/Dim Sum chain restaurant Din […]
Why I’m Excited for the Golden State Warriors Season to Begin
Click Here for the Full Article: https://www.bayarea.com/play/sports/golden-state-warriors-season/
Wellness Wednesday: Exercise the Brain & Escape the Bay Area Escape Rooms
Get in the Halloween Spirit with these Bay Area Escape Rooms Also find my article on BayArea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/play/halloween-bay-area-escape-rooms/ Even if you’ve never considered trapping yourself in a room with some […]
Travel Tuesday: Fall Fun in Half Moon Bay
I love Fall. ??? And I may be a little bit biased because I was born in the Fall, but I really do — the crisp, cool air, the changing […]
Make it Monday: Super Simple DIY Donut Coasters
Who doesn’t love a donut? ? In our house, I sometimes get Dahlia to do crafts to divert her attention especially if I feel a meltdown or a […]
Travel Tuesday: Ten Tips for a Fun Family Day at Universal Studios
Road trippp! Last month my family rented a 15-person van ?. So, we packed up and headed down south for some amusement park adventures. There were 13 of us in […]
Make it Monday: DIY No- Sew T-Shirt Tote Inspired by Re:Make Festival
Hello night owls! This past weekend I went to the DIY re:make Festival presented by Brit + Co. and it was Ah-mazing! There were so many creative people everywhere and […]
Wellness Wednesday: the Best Family-Friendly Fall Fun Runs
Also find my article here: https://www.bayarea.com/2016/09/16/bay-area-fall-fun-runs/ It’s the best time of the year in the Bay — leaves are changing color, the air is crisp and cool, and […]
“Make it” Monday: DIY Sesame Street Themed 2nd Birthday for Dahlia
This year, we had so much fun planning Dahlia’s 2nd birthday party with an obvious Sesame Street theme. It’s the one show we let Dahlia watch on TV regularly […]
“Make it” Monday: DIY Emergency Kits for Kids
Dahlia starts preschool this week and though I am excited for her, reality is setting in that she’s growing up to be a sweet little lady. I want to protect […]
National Dog Day: Top Bay Area Destinations for Dog Walkers
If you’ve ever walked your dog around city streets, you know it can be frustrating. For one, you may never find grass and secondly, you might just step in a […]
Go for the Gold: 7 Different Olympic Sports to Try in the Bay Area
I don’t know about you, but I love watching the Olympics and rooting for my favorite athletes. Phelps, Biles, Ledecky — these names are now forever engrained […]
Foodie Friday: 6 SF Eats on the Peninsula
Move over San Francisco — it looks like the Peninsula’s got some good eats too. Oh wait, on second thought, they’re actually the same ones. Womp womp. That’s right, the […]
“Make it” Monday: DIY Homemade Play Dough
Yesterday, we went to Play Haven in San Francisco for a play date. It’s an awesome play space for kids that has everything — a rock climbing wall, an art […]
Kula Revolving Sushi Bar: Where Eating & Playing Actually Go Together
If you are an avid sushi fan or lover of all things Japanese, you may have already heard of Kula. But if not, you have no idea what you are […]
Travel Tuesday: Family Fun on da Big Island of Hawai’i
Hello World! Yes, it has been a while, hasn’t it? We’ve been very busy with the finishing of our Kitchen remodel, celebrating Dahlia’s 2nd birthday and also traveling. Each […]
Happy Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day to my husband. This photo makes me realize how lucky Dahlia and I are to have you in our lives. More blog posts to come soon…
Travel Tuesday: Travel Guide to Family-Friendly South Lake Tahoe
Happy Tuesday, Everyone! All this rainy Spring weather must mean there’s still a few weeks left to play in the snow. Living in Northern California, it’s always nice to know […]
Wellness Wednesday: 8 Fun Indoor Playgrounds for Kids (& Adults) in the Bay Area
Last week’s El Nino weather was crazy I tell ya! So, we headed indoors to get Dahlia movin’. Here’s 8 awesome indoor playgrounds in the Bay Area, most of which […]
Wellness Wednesday: 7 Benefits of a Baby/Toddler Swim Class
~We have been taking Dahlia to Swim class at La Petite Baleen in San Bruno for a little more than 6 months now & I can’t stress how much she’s […]
Thrifty Thursday: DIY Pink & Gold Baptism for Dahlia
A couple of weekends ago, we celebrated Dahlia’s baptism. She did an awesome job and didn’t cry (woohoo) – she actually made us smile & laugh because she was so […]
Travel Tuesday: 8 Things I Never Knew About Disneyland as a First-Time Parent
Happy Tuesday! This crazy, stormy weather makes me think happy thoughts! And what’s happier than the ‘Happiest Place on Earth’? Over the Thanksgiving Holiday break, we road-tripped down to Disneyland […]
Holiday 2015 Wrap Up – 10 Fun Things I Did During the Holidays
As my first full week in 2016 comes to an end, I keep thinking about all the fun I had during my 11 day Holiday break and wish I had more […]
Wellness Wednesday: Nike Women’s Half Marathon SF | 10.18.15
So, I have to admit that I’m still on my runner’s high from Sunday’s run. I have tried for five long years to get into the Nike Women’s Half Marathon […]
Travel Tuesday: Kid-Friendly Las Vegas
Gone are the days where Vegas was known as an “Adult Only” playground. Believe it or not, there are kids that live in Vegas and so, there must be things […]
“Make it” Monday: Pumpkin Decorating Alternatives
‘Tis the season for pumpkin everything! This weekend, I hosted another Craft Night at my house and appropriately, we decorated pumpkins 3 different ways! I have done real pumpkin carving […]
Wellness Wednesdays: Play Center for 0-4 year olds | Diddalidoo | San Bruno, Ca
Happy Wellness Wednesday, Everyone! As a Fitness Professional, I know how important movement is to me everyday and it’s important that I keep Dahlia moving as the weather gets cooler. […]
“Make it” Monday: DIY Monthly Chalkboard Sign for Baby
Happy Monday, Everyone! This is by far one of my most favorite DIY projects and it’s easy to see why. Watching Dahlia grow the past 15.5 months has been amazing […]
Foodie Fridays: New England Lobster Co. | A Hidden Gem in Burlingame| Kid-Friendly + Pet-Friendly
It’s Flashback Friday and I can’t believe how little Dahlia looks in these photos :(. She must’ve been about 7-8 months old. Time is flying by so quickly that I […]
Foodie Fridays: Mise | Signature Dishes From Local Chefs Delivered to You!
Mise may be one of the newest kids on the food delivery scene here in the SF Bay Area, but their business philosophy and their dishes are a complete stand […]
Weekend Wrap Up: Labor of Love | Celebrating Marriage this Labor Day Weekend
Happy Labor Day, Everyone! Labor Day weekend has a special meaning to me as it was the weekend my husband and I got married 4 years ago. We’ve also celebrated […]
Thrifty Thursday: DIY Photo Booth
Happy Thursday all! So, it’s no surprise that I love photography and I knew from the moment I was planning Dahlia’s First Birthday that I wanted to include a Photo […]
Travel Tuesdays: 12 Beach/Pool Essentials for Baby
Summer is in full effect so bring on the beaches and pools! I wanted to make sure I had all the essentials for the beach/pool so I created this […]
Weekend Wrap Up: Sunday Funday Birthday Parties!
Today was a very busy day which means Dahlia is asleep early and mommy has time to blog! 🙂 We started our day in Fremont, California at Aqua Adventure Water Park for […]
Travel Tuesdays: Ten Things to See, Do, or Eat in Downtown Seattle
Happy Tuesday, everyone! Last week, we spent a few days in Seattle with my niece, Jennalyn & her dad. We went to celebrate her 8th grade promotion and her 14th […]
Thrifty Thursday: Celebrating Dahlia’s DIY Garden Party Themed First Birthday!
Disclaimer: So, let me start off by saying that this birthday party was many months in the making. With the help of my family, friends and my husband, we were […]
Dahlia Turns ONE: A Time Capsule Letter to my Dear Daughter
Yes, she is turning ONE! I can’t believe it. I have also abandoned my blog for the month to prep for the birthday party we will be having for her. […]
Wellness Wednesdays: At-Home Yoga with (or without) Baby
Happy Wellness Wednesday, Everyone! Can you believe our Dahlia will be 11 months next week?! I can’t believe it and I probably wont be able to exercise holding her for […]
Weekend Wrap Up: Celebrating Josh’s Birthday at Lemos Farm + a Play Date with Avery at the Cherry Blossom Festival
Happy Monday Everyone! Hope you all had a great weekend! Here are some photos of our weekend wrap up! Josh’s 4th Birthday Party | Lemos Farm | Half Moon Bay, […]
Foodie Fridays: 5 Kid-Friendly & Pet-Friendly Bay Area Breweries (with Food Options)
Hello all! Happy Friday! This Bay Area weather keeps getting better & it’s making me think about a nice cold beer (ah!), but I’ve got a baby and some pups. […]
Weekend Wrap up: Celebrating a Birthday, a Wedding + Easter, Oh My!
This was a very busy weekend for us as we celebrated Jason’s Birthday, his cousin Cathleen’s wedding celebration & Easter Sunday with my family as we road tripped from the […]
Good Foodie Friday: Munchery | Gourmet Food Delivery
So, my co-worker sent me an email for a $20 off coupon for Munchery. That day, I asked her about it, saw the food she had brought for lunch (from […]
Thrifty Thursday: Ten Free (or Mostly Free) Things To Do with Baby on Maternity Leave
Dahlia’s got March Madness Fever playing at Gymboree Play & Music. Don’t be mistaken, maternity leave is not a vacation. Period. It’s a lot of work in the beginning and […]
Travel Tuesdays: On our Bucket List – St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago, Il. & the Top Ten Things to See or Do
I have been to Chicago a couple of times and both times enjoyed it very, very much. While on an architect river boat tour on my 2nd trip, the tour […]
Wellness Wednesdays: Musical Play for Babies
We all know wellness should encompass all aspects of your well-being, especially for babies! Playtime and music are an integral part of the first months of life. So, a […]
Travel Tuesdays: Local Edition – California Academy of Sciences | San Francisco, CA
The California Academy of Sciences is one of my favorite museums, period. It’s not only baby-friendly & kid-friendly, but adults of all ages can enjoy it too! If you’re looking […]
Weekend Wrap up: Celebrating Raquel + Brian’s Beautiful Wedding | Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery | Pleasanton, Ca
This past weekend, we went to our friends, Brian & Raquel’s, wedding. Their theme was simple, elegant, classy & beautiful. Here are some photos of their special day: They […]
Travel Tuesdays: Top Ten in Barcelona | Spain
Before we had Dahlia, my husband and I had done much traveling. Two Summers ago, we traveled to France + Spain & also decided to try for a baby. The […]
Weekend Wrap Up: Celebrating Sophia’s Minnie Mouse Themed 1st Birthday Party
Cousins, Dahlia (left) & Kailana (right) celebrate Sophia’s (center) First Birthday! This weekend, we headed to Fremont to celebrate my cousin’s daughter’s First Birthday! See how we celebrated her Minnie […]
Foodie Fridays: How-to Make Guilt-Free “Ice Cream”
In honor of the NBA All-Star Weekend & Valentine’s Day, I tried this quick, easy & very healthy “ice cream” from Stephen Curry’s wife, Ayesha. This is a perfect dessert […]
Weekend Wrap up: Celebrating Erin + Mike’s Disney Themed Wedding | Palmdale Estates | Fremont, Ca
This past weekend, we celebrated my husband’s cousin’s wedding. Erin and Mike got married at the Palmdale Estates in Fremont, Ca. It was a beautiful wedding and although it was […]
Thrifty Thursday: Target Hack – A Valentine’s Day Keepsake from Baby
February is just around the corner which means Valentine’s Day is almost here. Create this sweet Valentine’s Day Keepsake from your little munchkin. I made this hack by buying a Christmas […]
Weekend Wrap Up: Celebrating Nathalie’s ‘Tangled’ Theme 4th Birthday
This weekend we celebrated my niece Nathalie’s 4th Birthday. The theme of her party was based on the movie Tangled, a fun Disney movie based on the classic Rapunzel story. […]
Wellness Wednesdays: At-Home Exercises with (or without) Baby Routine #1
Happy Wellness Wednesday Everyone! Can you believe it’s already mid-January?! Lemme ask you, have you had time to hit the gym so far this year? No? No problem! Here is […]
Foodie Fridays: Kabul Afghan Cuisine | Burlingame
Burlingame is known for being very kid-friendly and pet-friendly and that’s one of the reasons we love coming to this downtown area. You can shop, walk and eat anywhere here, […]
Travel Tuesdays: Baby-Friendly Maui
All this cold & windy weather has me thinkin’ bout the sun! Ohhhh…that Maui sun. Last month, we took a trip to Maui for my birthday and Dahlia’s first […]
Weekend Wrap Up: 10 FUN Family & Budget-Friendly Games for your Holiday Party
Well, it came and it went. Christmas is over – that was fast! I hope you had a great one. I know we did! This year was different; we actually […]