Fall Style Guide for Modern Plaid Shirts
Fall Style Guide for Modern Plaid Shirts

Every year I anxiously await the autumn season so I can bust out my favorite plaid shirts. They’re everything a gal needs - flattering, soft, comfortable and versatile. Pretty much fashion magic! There’s all kinds of plaid prints and color combos, making it way to easy to end up with a closet full of plaid.

Finding the shirt with the best fit for your body is important, especially since you know you’re going to be living in it all of fall. The plaid shirts I’ve selected in the below shopping guide have that modern cut and fit we’re looking for.

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Fashion & StyleGennifer RoseFall StyleComment
Baby-Friendly Travel Guide to Santa Monica
Baby-Friendly Travel Guide to Santa Monica

My husband and I have always dreamed of living in Los Angeles, we have a lot of family in Southern California and we visit often. Santa Monica is one of our top areas in LA to explore, and since having Scout we’ve realized it’s a great option for vacationing with a baby.

The beaches of Santa Monica are the hub of tourism and lots of families travel towards them to have some quality R&R. Santa Monica is a haven for trendy restaurants, boutique shops and of course the promenade and pier. Read on to see our top 10 spots where we love to take Scout.

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TravelGennifer RoseSouthern California, Family-Friendly Travel, Los Angeles Comment
Top 10 California Vacation Spots to View 4th of July Fireworks
Top 10 California Vacation Spots to View 4th of July Fireworks

Nothing feels more nostalgic than curling up with a blanket under the stars waiting for the fireworks show to begin. California always has great options for a quick vacation, so many scenic cities to choose from. Make the most of your PTO vacation days with a 4th of July getaway. This list of California destinations offer great scenery and awe-worthy firework shows.

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TravelGennifer RoseNorthern California, Southern CaliforniaComment
Best Beaches in Santa Cruz to Watch Surfing
Best Beaches in Santa Cruz to Watch Surfing

I grew up in the coastal town of Half Moon Bay in Northern California. Santa Cruz is just a scenic one hour drive south along Highway 1 from my hometown. Our summers were spent at the beach, playing in the ocean with boogie boards and surfing.

No doubt surfing is the unofficial state sport of California. Many people plan their vacations to the beach towns along the Pacific Coast Highway to take advantage of the perfect surfing conditions. Santa Cruz is a world famous surfing destination and the best part is that there’s surfing spots for all levels of surfers. The surf culture of Santa Cruz is difficult to put into words, you just need to experience it for yourself.

Surfing is also a great spectators sport, it can be really fun to watch the surfing action while enjoying a picnic on the beach. If surfing is too intimidating for you, worry not! Grab your freshly made smoothie, wear those sunglasses and chill by the beach watching the pros glide over the waves. A paradise for surfers and beach lovers, Santa Cruz in California has something for everyone. As your trip winds down into the evening, be ready to witness gorgeous sunsets during your Santa Cruz surfing getaway.

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TravelGennifer RoseNorthern CaliforniaComment
Complete Guide to Planning a Spa Day at Arden Hills Club & Spa in Sacramento
Complete Guide to Planning a Spa Day at Arden Hills Club & Spa in Sacramento

When you're looking to book your next spa retreat in Sacramento, consider making reservations at the prestigious Arden Hills Club & Spa. My family booked me a massage and spa day here for a Mother’s Day gift and it was wonderful. This spa has been awarded Best Day Spa in Sacramento for eleven consecutive years, so you know there’s pros at providing excellent services.

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TravelGennifer RoseNorthern California, SacramentoComment
The Best YouTube Music Playlists for Babies
The Best YouTube Music Playlists for Babies

When you start looking for baby-friendly music on YouTube, there’s a few obstacles that you’ll commonly run into. In this blog post I have tips on why the ones I’ve listed standout as excellent options for you to play for the little one. After listening to many playlists, the heavy lifting has been done for you and you can enjoy these videos straight from this blog post.

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LifestyleGennifer RoseModern MamaComment
How to Lose the Baby Weight + Easy Healthy Meal Prep Recipes
How to Lose the Baby Weight + Easy Healthy Meal Prep Recipes

The extra 20+ extra pounds was something I expected with pregnancy, but what I didn’t expect is how much the weight would stick afterwards in postpartum. My daughter Scout is 10 month olds and in that time I've had multiple set backs with my return to my pre-pregnancy weight. I re-gained weight because of travel, stress eating, and hectic schedules. But the important part is that you circle back you're ready and keep working towards your healthy goals.

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LifestyleGennifer RoseModern Mama, Healthy & Natural LivingComment
10 Ways to Give the Gift of True Self-Care This Mother's Day
10 Ways to Give the Gift of True Self-Care This Mother's Day

If you have more complicated feelings about Mother’s Day and mothers, please know you are not alone. If your feelings about Mother’s Day are uncomplicated, please know those around you may not share that experience.

So what do we do when Mother’s Day comes each year? We give ourselves the Gift of True Self-Care. I’m offering a 10 Gifts of True Self-Care with the understanding that you will take what you need and pass on what doesn’t work for you.

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LifestyleGennifer RoseModern MamaComment
Everything You Need to Know About Moon Ceremonies and Rituals
Everything You Need to Know About Moon Ceremonies and Rituals

With all the information floating around about moon grounding ceremonies, altars and crystals it is easy to get swept up in a vortex of mystic information. Before you know it you’ve ordered every metaphysical book from Amazon and have purchased copious amounts of crystals and are still unsure what to do with it all.  Here we will dip our toes into the moon phase pool and learn about ways to ground oneself, set intention(s) using crystals, alters, and self care while touching on the ever so ominous Mercury in Retrograde. 

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LifestyleGennifer RoseComment
3 Easy and Healthy Soups to Whip Up with Otamot
3 Easy and Healthy Soups to Whip Up with Otamot

For all of us health conscious folks, eating enough vegetables and getting all of our daily nutrients is always on our to-do list. Our busy lifestyles can make cooking fresh meals a challenge, which is why Otamot is a panty must-have.

This very versatile sauce can be used to whip up a variety of recipes, and all you need to add is a few fresh ingredients. I’m hesitant to even call it a sauce because it’s so much more than what you typically expect in a tomato based sauce. It has a rich and hearty texture, and the savory flavor really goes above and beyond any other sauce in a jar I’ve tried. It’s incredibly nutrient dense with plant-based nutrition from 12 vegetables and healthy oils, making it a super food!

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LifestyleGennifer RoseRecipes, In the KitchenComment
5 Hidden Gems Along the Pacific Coast Highway
5 Hidden Gems Along the Pacific Coast Highway

Springtime is when we all come out of hibernation and start enjoying the surf and sandy beaches. I grew up in the California coastal town of Half Moon Bay and my parent’s house is a short 10 minute walk to the beach. Nowadays I love visiting my family there and enjoying beach days with my daughter and bae. We take road trips from Sacramento to the coast almost every month, especially when it gets too hot inland.

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TravelGennifer RoseNorthern CaliforniaComment
100 Things To Do in San Francisco Under $10
100 Things To Do in San Francisco Under $10

This list began because we had friends visiting us in San Francisco and they were looking for trendy and photogenic places to see, while still staying on a budget. And the more I started thinking about it, the more ideas and places kept popping into my head. I grew up in Half Moon Bay, a beach town 45 minutes south of San Francisco and I’ve been exploring the city for years.

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TravelGennifer RoseNorthern California, San FranciscoComment
13 Hidden Secret Spots in Joshua Tree National Park
13 Hidden Secret Spots in Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park is the meeting place of two deserts, the Colorado Desert and the higher and cooler Mojave Desert. Each area has its own distinct ecosystem with diverse territory. The Mohave Desert is the only place on earth where the Joshua tree grows. This 774,000-acre preserve has a rich history and flourishing natural scene with wildlife and plant-life.

If you’re a shutterbug like me, you’ll understand how I love to explore and photograph all kinds of subjects. The last time I visited Joshua Tree a was very pregnant so I couldn’t venture out too much. But the below list contains all the locations I hope to explore on my next visit!

If you’re a shutterbug like me, you’ll understand how I love to explore and photograph all kinds of subjects. The last time I visited Joshua Tree a was very pregnant so I couldn’t venture out too much. But the below list contains all the locations I hope to explore on my next visit!

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TravelGennifer RoseSouthern CaliforniaComment
How to Adopt a Dog When You Have Small Children
How to Adopt a Dog When You Have Small Children

There’s often a misconception that adopted dogs are not suitable for a household with small children. The truth of the matter is that it takes effort and precautions brining a new dog into a family, adopted or not. It’s true that some adopted dogs come with behavioral issues, but there’s no guarantee that a purebred dog won’t have similar challenges. Below I’ve outlined the steps I’ve taken for introducing my rescue Black Labrador Holly to our baby daughter Scout.

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LifestyleGennifer RoseDog Mama, Modern MamaComment