Baseball, Big Easy, Blogging

So Travis's baseball season has begun.  He has 2 games and 1 practice each week.  It is going to be a very busy next few months.  He is on a GREAT team, the Mets, playing with 8-10 year old boys.  This will definitely be a challenge for him, but I have confidence that he will be just great at it.  Here is his picture from last winter on the Cubs.


Exactly 1 week from now, I'll be in New Orleans - YAY!!!  My good friend Karleen and I are headed to the Big Easy to visit my cousins and, oh ya, to compete in the New Orleans Rock and Roll Half Marathon!  Our goal for the race...  to finish, and have fun along the way!  Here is my finishing photo from the October race.

Guest Blogger?  I am going to start including guest blogger pieces into my weekly blog.  If you have a specialty, a passion, or just something fun to say, drop me a line - I may feature you in an upcoming blog.

Back to work, bye for now!

Running, San Francisco, Cruising

At the end of this month, I am traveling with a friend to New Orleans to participate in the Rock and Roll Half Marathon.  This will be my second half marathon in 5 months.  Some of my friends say I'm crazy, but running/walking is motivational for me.  Plus, I get a great trip to New Orleans with a good friend.  We will be staying with my cousins who have a house there, and they have graciously offered to show us the town!  Should be fun, and I'll post pics on my Facebook account when I'm there.

Speaking of travel, in July, I will be headed to San Francisco to attend the Soroptimist International Biennial Convention with some of the hardest working and most dedicated women in the world.  Soroptimist is an International Service Organization dedicated to advancing the status of women and girls both locally and globally.  I have the great honor of serving on the board of Soroptimist International Oceanside-Carlsbad and several of my fellow club members will be headed to San Francisco as well.  Should be a GREAT TIME!

In October, I am cruising - YAY!  Have you ever considered a girls weekend, or getaway cruise?  Well, some friends and I are doing just that!  Come join us on the Carnival Spirit sailing from San Diego October 8-12.   Click HERE for all the details including On Board Credit, Cocktail Party, Wine and MORE!  I can even offer a LAYAWAY program, deposit now and pay monthly, but hurry, rates expire soon!  OK, as an added incentive, anybody booking this cruise, and referencing this blog post will get a bonus $25 on board credit!  Hope you can join me!

WOW! Pictures, Ships, PTA

WOW!  Mom and I met with Nikkie from Blueflair Photography today to preview the pics that were taken a couple weeks ago.  I think they turned out GREAT, and are a much needed to my on-line presence.  This is just one of the shots, but I think it is my favorite!   Thanks again Nikkie and Steph for the AWESOME job!!!  I can't wait for the family portrait session in April! 


Saturday, Scott and I had the opportunity to visit Oceania Cruises' Regatta in San Pedro.  She is a BEAUTIFUL vessel, accompanied in dark woods, elegant decor and Versaci China.  Another WOW!  Click here for a little video I put together.  When you are ready to experience Casual Luxury, let me know!

I am the Secretary on the board of the PTA at Travis's school.  Casita's PTA Board consists of a group of dedicated and caring parents and staff.  Our big push this year is to raise funds for new playground equipment.  We have raised $20k so far, and we have another $80k to reach out 3 year goal!  The Family Valentine's Day Dance is on Feb. 11th, and should be a good time - my little man (Trav) has promised his mommy a dance - I can't wait :)  Anybody out there interested in donating money or in-kind gifts for our fundraisers, let me know (wink, wink)

Big Birthday Party this weekend for Travis - excited to see family and friends.  Until next week...