Category Archives: Coastal Living

An Enchanting December: 🎄Our London Christmas Adventure✈️

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Marcia Ren

December unfolds like a storybook, and this year, the magic takes us to London…a Christmas adventure we’ve been dreaming of and now get to share. 💕Marcia This December holds a special place in our hearts as we prepare for a journey that has been a dream for years. My husband and I are setting off to London to experience Christmas in a way we never have before. Having been married for 21 years, with ‘The Nutcracker’ as a steadfast tradition, this trip is a beautiful extension of our shared love for the ballet and the holiday season. London at Christmas … Read the full blog post →

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A Grateful Heart: Reflecting on This Year’s Blessings

Posted on November 25, 2024 by Marcia Ren

As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on all the things that have brought joy, comfort, and gratitude into my life this year. There’s something about this time of year that invites us to pause and truly appreciate the blessings that surround us, both big and small. -Marcia💗 Music and Growth One of the things I’m most grateful for this year is my journey with music. Being able to perform on the piano has been a humbling and rewarding experience. I’ve spent countless hours practicing and preparing, and while it’s sometimes been a challenge, it’s also been a gift. The … Read the full blog post →

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🍂A Cozy Harvest Tea: Part Two – Preparing for the Big Day🍁

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Gathering friends for a harvest tea is more than just sharing a meal…it’s savoring the warmth of the season, the comfort of good company, and the simple joy of being together. -Marcia💗 As I prepare for my Harvest Tea, the excitement is really starting to build! This is more than just a gathering; it’s a special fundraiser for my P.E.O. chapter here in my local community, and I could’t be more thrilled about how things are shaping up. When I initially sent out the invitations, I was expecting a small, intimate group, given the event falls during the week. People … Read the full blog post →

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A Summer of Theatre: Embracing Music, Growth, and Community🥰

Posted on September 2, 2024 by Marcia Ren

As the curtain closes on our final performance, I’m reminded that every note played and every hour spent was a step towards something extraordinary… 🩷Marcia This Summer has been an extraordinary journey as I immersed myself in the world of local theater, serving as one of the pianist. It all began in February, when I tentatively dusted off my pianos skills and joined the practice sessions that would continue every week until our first performance on memorial day weekend. From that point on, our rehearsals continued weekly, and our performances lit up every weekend, sometimes even twice a weekend. Initially, … Read the full blog post →

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A Day of Self-Care and Discovery

Posted on August 14, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Taking a self-care day to spend time doing what you love is not just a luxury…it’s a vital investment in your well-being & a chance to reconnect with yourself. Marcia💗 There’s something magical about having a day all to myself, a day to explore, indulge, and simply be. My little adventure, which I fondly call my self-care day, recently started with a visit to a new coffee shop I’d heard about. I’d driven by this place countless times but never stopped. This time, I decided to give it a try. The café’s aromatic allure drew me in, and I chose … Read the full blog post →

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My Energizing Morning Routine: A day in the Life on the Oregon Coast

Posted on August 6, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Hello, dear readers! I often get questions about how I start my day, so I thought it would be fun to share my morning routine with you. Living along the beautiful Oregon coast, I’ve found a routine that helps me feel energized, focused, and ready to tackle the day. However, my routine can vary depending on the season, especially during midsummer when I have rehearsals and performances at the local theater. Here’s a glimpse into how my mornings unfold during this busy season. 6:00 – 6:30 AM: Wake Up and Coffee I usually wake up naturally between 6:00 and 6:30 … Read the full blog post →

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Anastasia’s Great Escape

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Marcia Ren

The humor of owning a cat is perfectly encapsulated when they vanish for hours, leaving you to worry and search, only to have them reappear out of nowhere with a look that says, “what I was here the whole time.” In the early months of the 2020 pandemic lockdown, Anastasia entered our lives. She’s a stunning Siamese snowshoe cat who’s been an indoor-only kitty for the four years since she joined our family. On August 1st, we’ll be celebrating her fourth year with us. I adopted Anastasia from a shelter when she was just an eight-week-old kitten. She had been … Read the full blog post →

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A Week of Quiet Joys🌷

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Each day holds simple pleasures…a bloom in the garden, a shared meal, a moment of laughter…that remind us of the quiet joys that make life truly beautiful.💗 – Marcia This week has been one of those weeks that quietly filled me with gratitude and warmth. Simple pleasures and cherished moments took center stage, and I found myself basking in the joy of community and nature. One of the highlights was our PEO chapter’s initiation of a new member. We gathered for a potluck social, and it was heartwarming to share delicious food and laughter with such wonderful friends while welcoming … Read the full blog post →

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🎁Christmas in July🌟

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Marcia Ren

“It’s summer and I’m already in the Christmas spirit” -Holiday Love Hello, sweet friend… I hope you are doing well… I’ve been incredibly busy this summer, taking part in a local theater production that has been an absolute blast. Because of this, I’m taking the opportunity to share some of my favorite past posts with you. This one, in particular, is close to my heart because it’s all about one of my favorite activities: hosting a Christmas in July party! I think it’s great that Christmas doesn’t have to come only once a year… especially if you are anything like … Read the full blog post →

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Creating a Patriotic Coffee Bar for the Summer Months💗🫖🧢

Posted on June 18, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Enhance each season with a touch of decor; in summer, let vibrant colors and breezy elements breathe life into your space… -Marcia 💗 One of my favorite projects this summer has been setting up a patriotic-themed coffee bar for July. I take pride in making a conscious effort not to constantly buy new decorations. That’s not to say that I never do, but I always start by editing what I have, checking to see what I can use and reuse. Amazingly, I can create fun and welcoming areas in my home using items I already possess, often moving things around … Read the full blog post →

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