With insight and lessons learned from the past, Meghan Fabulous is on top of her game. I met with Meghan and Steve Dunlap, CEO of Meghan Fabulous in her eclectic studio in El Segundo. The vibe was high end hippie cool, and her designs were off the charts, well, fabulous. Meghan is her brand, the essence of her vision. Tall, blond, beautiful. She wears her clothes with ease and confidence, and she wants her clients to feel the same.
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Guided Nature Walk at Malaga Dunes with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Saturday, October 14th, 9am. Explore this unique area on the Peninsula with Creekside habitat, diminutive tree frogs, and land formed on wind-blown sand dunes. Easy to Moderate. PVE. Sign up at: pvplc.org/calendar
Read MoreAlthough I don't live on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, I have always called it "my backyard". I've been taking frequent drives around "my backyard" since I moved to the South Bay in 1975. I know the coastline of the Peninsula very well. I've never surfed, but I've hiked much of the perimeter down by the water, checking tide tables to make sure I don't get caught without an exit back up the cliffs. The coves and points which make up this perimeter have been a steady subject of my photography for many years.
Read MoreA lot has been written on what the key ingredients of a happy relationship are: Affection, romance, communication, appreciation, respect, trust, acceptance, gratitude, compromise, patience, commitment, forgiveness, humor, and authenticity are some of the key elements of a happy relationship. Learning each other’s love language, and speaking it often is another key element.
Read MoreYour mouth opens wide, your jaw and eardrums stretch with an amazing inspiration. Your eyes close tight as you inhale with all your might. Then you let it out and take it easy. Perhaps just the thought of a YAWN makes YOU YAWN! Well, why not? Your yawn is a natural way you relax.
Read MoreIt’s that time of year – the air is cooler, the leaves are turning colors and we are looking for something warm and full of goodness to sink our teeth into. This is also the time of year for #pumpkinspice everything. The problem – most of the items we turn to are loaded with sugar, fat and lots of calories. However, with a few simple tricks, you can keep all your pumpkin goodness and still avoid the holiday weight gain. After all, you need to save some calories for all the other decadent holiday goodies.
Read MoreIf it feels like you can't find toys that aren't made from plastic these days, you are right! In fact, “the toy industry uses 10 tons of plastic for every $1 million in revenue and is the most plastic-intensive industry in the world. 90% of the toys on the market are made of plastic.”
Read MoreThe Coastal Cactus wren is one of the rarest and most imperiled wildlife residents in the coastal southern California region, including the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve. As its name implies, this uniquely adapted inhabitant thrives among cactus-dominated patches of coastal sage scrub, living and nesting within dense stands of native prickly pear and coastal cholla cactus
Read MoreAn All-female Undertaking: The Distinguished Speakers Series of the Southern California
When two enterprising Californian women come together, innovation is bound to happen. Sue Swam and Kathy Swan Winterhalder proved just that when they conceptualized a groundbreaking show.
Read MoreSeptember is a busy month for the Point Vicente Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution! First, they were delighted to meet the new Executive Director of the Peninsula Friends of the Library, Merlin David
Read MoreThe Hidden Treasures of Palos Verdes: Exploring the Coves
Tucked away amidst the upscale neighborhoods and rolling hills of Palos Verdes, California, lies a series of breathtaking coves, each offering a unique slice of coastal paradise. From the mesmerizing tide pools of Abalone Cove to the secluded sands of Sacred Cove, Palos Verdes is truly a hidden gem for beach lovers and adventurers alike.
Read MoreHalloween Live Wire! The Kid Did What? By Contributor Cheri Cameron Newell
Halloween always brings a charge of energy. Flynn runs through our home like an Eveready Battery. Honestly… it’s exhausting! I love my kid, but sometimes I need a way to slow the live wire!
Read MoreWhere to See Fall Foliage in Southern California
While New England might be the first region that comes to mind when one thinks of fall foliage, Southern California has its own set of autumnal delights for leaf peepers.
Read MoreSonoma County, known for its picturesque landscapes, charming small towns, and world-class wineries, is a haven for wine enthusiasts and food lovers alike. This Northern California gem has overcome challenges like devastating wildfires, emerging stronger and more vibrant than ever before.
Read MoreThe following is the fifth article in a 12-part series covering “LA’s Own Marineland,” a podcast documentary on the history of the oceanarium produced, written, and hosted by writer-podcaster Tod Perry. The first article in the series, “The Birth of Marineland,” which takes a behind-the-scenes look at the show’s genesis and production, can be read here.
Read MoreBarbara La Marr: A Life More Captivating Than Film, Save the Date! One Night Only at La Venta Inn October 18, 2023 4pm - 6:30 pm
Read MoreThank you! Thank me! Being grateful sets me free.
An attitude of gratitude celebrates your every experience as a precious lesson learned and becomes a stepping stone to higher ground. Especially when you navigate a rut or setback, your great-full-ness becomes a shock absorber that makes even the bumps smoother.
Read MoreSunken City. For folks who’ve lived in the South Bay, Sunken City evokes a range of feelings. This is the section of Pedro where the unstable coastal ground collapsed leaving a jumbled sink hole of old concrete that’s popular with taggers.
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