Caffeine Addict

By Nora Heston Tarte March is Caffeine Awareness Month and to celebrate, we’re taking a look at the biggest benefits our favorite caffeinated beverage has to offer. Not only does coffee keep us functioning, it boasts health benefits galore and is even recommended in certain […]

Rejuvenate at the Hideaway

By Lindsey Rodrian Perfect Balance Day Spa in Lodi kicked 2016 off with a bang as they welcomed their newest addition, The Hideaway—a relaxation retreat offering facials, massage, and body services. Tucked behind Perfect Balance Day Spa, The Hideaway boasts six treatment rooms, locker facilities, […]

Lifelong Learning

By Copper Williams The opportunity to learn never diminishes. It’s a constant and incredible force that propels us toward an ever-changing and promising future. The more we know, the more our eyes open to a world of possibilities. But as we grow older, we sometimes […]

Seeing Green

By Nora Heston Tarte Green hued beverages are all the rage on St. Patrick’s Day. From apple tinis to Midori sours, you can count on colorful cocktails to keep you seeing green March 17. Stop in to your local watering hole and flash your I.D. […]

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Hair Doctor Help!

San Joaquin Stylists Answer Your Questions By Lindsey Rodrian We’ve all been there. Your best friend attended beauty school. You decided to try a new salon. Your roommate said she’s a professional when it comes to box colors. That uh-oh moment inevitably greets most women, […]

Get Out of Town: San Diego

By Nora Heston Tarte Escape the rainy Northern California weather by heading south, where the forecast reads 75 and sunny almost every day of the year. San Diego with its scenic beaches and booming nightlife is the perfect escape for Central Valley residents this spring. […]

Cultured Kindness

Stockton native rules Ori Tahiti Nui World Championship Dance Competition  By Lindsey Rodrian “Tahitian legends share stories that teach positivity and hit close to home,” says Stockton native Melanie Marie Amen, in regards to her life-long involvement in Tahitian culture. “My siblings and I were […]

Mendocino

After you say, “I do,” it’s time to unplug and unwind, and there’s no better place to begin your journey as husband and wife than Mendocino County. Here, wine, romance, and coastal breezes are aplenty, and cozy country towns replace the city lights. So reconnect […]

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Victoria British Columbia

By Nora Heston Tarte Can’t decide between an adrenaline pumping vacation packed with activities and primed for the outdoorsman and a laid-back city escape focused on food and nightlife? Why not have both? Set your sites on Victoria, British Columbia. Located on the southern end […]

Make a Splash with a Signature Cocktail

By Nora Heston Tarte A vacation in Hawaii brings visions of pina coladas the same way a ski lodge makes you crave hot chocolate, so what kind of drink would be best enjoyed at your wedding? While a vintage vino may seem the perfect fit […]

The Social Media Effect

By Nora Heston Tarte Social media has infiltrated our lives. From how we communicate with friends, to show potential employers complete background checks, nothing is the same. As if it was not enough, now there are agencies that help you grow followers on social media […]

Brides on a Budget:

  10 Cost-Saving Tips for Your Wedding Day By Nora Heston Tarte Creating a wedding budget is no small feat, and sticking to it is nearly impossible. As soon as you hear a harp play the ceremony at your cousin’s affair, or catch a glimpse […]

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