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Longing for a quieter life this former SoCal gal left it all behind for a rediscovered one along the Oregon coast.
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Monthly Archives: October 2024
One Week of Spooks, Treats, and Tricks: Embracing halloween Fun🎃
For one week, I’m diving into halloween with spooky decorations and festive flair. A little scare, some treats, and then back to normal! Marcia💗 October is such a charming time of year for all things cozy and autumnal…but for one week, I let my witchy side out to play! After spending the earlier part of fall indulging in harvest teas, pumpkin picking, and embracing the beauty of autumn, Halloween marks a delightful switch to the scarier (but still fun!) side of the season. This year, my husband and I are stepping up our Halloween game by volunteering at the local … Read the full blog post
A Perfect Fall Day at the Ranch in Allegheny, Oregon
Embracing the fall aesthetic, strolling through the pumpkin patch, sipping pumpkin lattes and savoring warm cinnamon treats…autumn’s charm in every moment. 💗Marcia Fall is such a magical time of year, and every October, my husband and I make it a point to check off one of our favorite seasonal bucket list activities…a visit to the pumpkin patch at a beautiful ranch in Allegheny, Oregon. this year was no exception, and though I didn’t go all out with pumpkins like I have in years past, the day was still one to remember. We started the day with a cozy lunch, warming … Read the full blog post
🍁A Garden For All Seasons🍂
As the garden shifts with the turning of seasons, so too does life…each change a gentle reminder of time’s passage, marked by the memories we nurture and the moments we cherish. 💗Marcia After returning from California, I was met with a garden that had transformed in just a few short weeks. Before I left, the crocuses were making their final appearance, their delicate blooms a reminder of Summers height. Now, they’ve faded, and in their place, the dahlias have taken centerstage, with even more blossoms than before. Their vibrant colors seem to celebrate the early days of autumn, continuing to … Read the full blog post
A Journey Through Time: High School Reunion, Disneyland, and Friendships (Part 2)
High school reunions celebrate the laughter and friendships that stand the test of time, turning a fun day into a beautiful reminder of our shared journey. Marcia💕 Attending my high school reunion was an unforgettable experience. I went into it with a mixture of excitement and nerves, unsure of what it would be like to see faces I hadn’t encountered in so many years. But as soon as I stepped into the room, those nerves melted away. The familiar faces, even if they had changed over the years, still carried the essence of the people I once knew so well. … Read the full blog post
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Southern California Bound: The Journey Begins!✈️ Reunion Trip (Part 1)🎓
As the year progressed, I occasionally caught updates about the reunion, but the thought of attending seemed exhausting. By the time summer was winding down, and the reunion in October drew closer, I was still hesitant to commit to the trip. My schedule had been so full that traveling felt overwhelming, and I was tempted to let the opportunity slip by. However, my husband, with his gentle reminders, kept nudging me toward the idea. Over the years, he had heard me speak fondly of my high school days and the special memories I have of growing up in the small … Read the full blog post