Do people still say Chi-Town? Did you know that Chicago’s founder is black? Why did I not know about Jean Baptiste Point Du Sable? Born in Haïti, he founded a trading post along the Chicago River which later became a chartered city in 1837. Love this! It was my third time in the windy city, but…
Another SL birthday! This time, a milestone San Francisco treat! I love girls trips. Especially appreciated the opportunity to take time to honor one of my favorite people and also get to know her other besties better. I don’t always get to play tourist is SF so that’s a nice boon too. Realized, I’m going…
Who knew fall was only 90 minutes away from LA? Nestled in the heart of Apple County, a five-mile loop of orchards, ranches, shops, and restaurants offers a picturesque Americana experience. Stopped at Riley’s Farm and Los Rios Ranchos. Also stopped at Oak Tree Village to eat the famous apple pie at Apple Annie’s, but…
Talk about cuteness overload. Went to the Tanaka Farms x Sanrio Pumpkin Patch and the Hello Kitty Cafe sans kids with barely any shame. I mean I was practically doing professional research. Thank goodness my BFF and her hubby were down with an Irvine adventure. For $10, the Pumpkin Patch admission included entrance with the…
Last minute Dodger game! An opportunity to not only support the home team and scramble to find a blue shirt in just the right hue, but to get a few shots in. Although there was a fair bit of wandering, still managed to witness the excitement of scoring three points in a row and winning…
Read about a fun little “hike” through a ghost town near downtown Los Angeles. Turns out near downtown Los Angeles = Santa Clarita. Ha! Almost made me cancel my plans to go explore, but so glad I didn’t. Mentryville was an 1880’s oil boom town built around its oil well, Pico No. 4. Named for…
“At The NOW we offer a moment.We deliver a luxury service at an affordable price, in an idyllic space.” I think I go here just to take photos. Nevertheless, experienced an excellent “The Healer” massage with Houshmand who worked out knots like no one has before. Taken during a bff date on May 27, 2017.
xj wanderwell 