We had a pretty low-key Easter Sunday at the Bright house yesterday. My niece, Laniah showed up in her pretty pink dress and cardigan and the munchkin was READY to hunt for eggs.
Dad had hidden them in and around the plants in the front yard. NiNi enjoyed the hunt, but was a little timid [...]
...more... →With a commitment from the gals to get out on the town more (and to help re-introduce me to my hometown after being overseas for 8+ years), we met in Pacific Beach to try Caffe Bella Italia, as well as take advantage of a Groupon offer.
We weren’t the only ones who had waited until [...]
...more... →In an effort to get out and about and try new-to-me restaurants and hot spots in San Diego, I rallied my gal pals for an evening on the town last night. Michelle had a Groupon for the Wine Pub in Point Loma and so that assisted in our decision.
As we arrived, I was a [...]
...more... →Since my return to San Diego, I’ve spent some time getting readjusted, some time relaxing and getting reacquainted with family and friends. I’ve also been looking to discover what it is I will do professionally. While there is still part of me which wants to buy a one way ticket to Argentina, I’ve decided to [...]
...more... →When tickets went on sale, I looked online, but found that all of the “good” seats were already taken. StubHub was selling tickets at ridiculous prices. It was a pretty simple goal – I wanted to be at Padres Opening Day and I wanted that to be the first time I went to PETCO Park.
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...more... →All joking aside, today was a good day! I opened up my business bank account, and while downtown, decided to explore around a bit.
I drove up and down the streets, just let myself wonder from section to section, East Village to Little Italy and on over to the streets neighboring Balboa Park.
I love [...]
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