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Hiking in Oakland: Redwood Park Regional Park

October 19, 2016

Since moving to the Bay, I have to admit, I have been slacking on my outdoorsmen badges. It’s not due to a lack of options for hiking, because there are a ton, just haven’t gotten out there… So in my attempt to get back on track (see what I did there?), I took... Read more »

Turkey Leg Love Affair at Universal Studios Hollywood

November 14, 2014

I grew up in the theme park state of Florida. So I have a high expectation for the term “theme park.” No, not the oversized county fairs that northerners call Six Flags. Real — come at 8a, leave at 11p, but not without a tan, a stomach ache and a parade — theme parks! So needless to... Read more »

Four Black Girls and an RV: The Final Chapter

November 8, 2014

It was the final day of the RV road trip through California and there was a lot of road to cover (literally). The actress, the musician, the architect, the blogger (and for this portion of the story, we add the analyst) had experienced their first night of what we’ll call “real camping.” So after... Read more »

Four Black Girls and an RV: The Dump Station

April 20, 2014

Chapter Two: The Dump Station So after making it through their first night in Four Black Girls and a RV: Are You Lost, the actress, the musician, the architect and the blogger were ready for Day 2 on the RV! The morning started out quite eventful. The RV heated 6 gallons of water at... Read more »

Four Black Girls and an RV: Are You Lost?

April 13, 2014

Chapter 1: Are You Lost? Once upon a time there were four talented black girls who set out on an adventure of a lifetime. Overwhelmed by the stresses of their fast-paced city lives in Los Angeles, the girls decided they would take a road trip. But not just any road trip. They would... Read more »

PUI: Painting Under the Influence

August 21, 2013

Paint Nite Los Angeles… What a creative concept! In short, Paint Nite is an evening event when local artists host a painting classes at a local bars. It’s that simple… yet genius! If you follow my blog, you already know how I found out about it: Groupon… and I’m so glad I did!... Read more »