I am super excited about my post for this week. Why do you ask? Because it's the day before Valentine's Day!!! I LOVE Valentine's Day. Nevermind the fact that I don't have a husband/boyfriend, I still … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day = Love
Fresno Mural
There are many things I love about Fresno. I enjoy the fact that I can drive 3 hours to the coast, and an hour or so to the mountains. Fresno produces some of the best fruit and veggies. We are home … [Read more...] about Fresno Mural
Camp Kesem
It's never too early to start thinking about Summer Camp, is it? Really, it's not even too early to start thinking about shopping for Christmas. ;) Kidding. (kind of) So, even though it's been a … [Read more...] about Camp Kesem
Needa Cheesecake
Why yes, yes I do. Back in September I made a stop at the Starbubcks on the South/East corner of First and Shaw. As I went in, I noticed there was this new place opening up.... Needa … [Read more...] about Needa Cheesecake
Local Park Oso De Oro
This may sound odd, but I really like the Fresno weather. I don't like the freezing cold, and I tolerate the heat. I don't love the heat, but I'd much rather be hot than cold. As I was running errands … [Read more...] about Local Park Oso De Oro
Perfect Balanced New Year
Happy New Year!!! Goodbye 2014 and hello to 2015! This is the time of year when lots of people make resolutions. What's the most common New Year's resolution? Well, according to to USA.gov (why … [Read more...] about Perfect Balanced New Year
Looking Forward to 2015
Happy day after Christmas! I hope Santa was good to everyone this year. As for me, well, I got coal in my stocking. Teeheehee. Here's hoping next year is better! ;) As the year draws to a close, I … [Read more...] about Looking Forward to 2015
Baklava – A Christmas Party Sweet
Wow, can you believe that Christmas is right around the corner?! I remember back when it was 100°, and I was wishing for cooler weather and merrier times. And now look, those merrier times are … [Read more...] about Baklava – A Christmas Party Sweet
The Fresno Chaffee Zoo Lights!
While preparing for my post this week, I was thinking back to my most fondest Christmas memories. I love Christmas, and I love being able to spend time with friends and family. So of course, most of … [Read more...] about The Fresno Chaffee Zoo Lights!
Shop Local: Petunia’s Place
Do you remember when you were little and you would dream about the job you wanted to be when you grew up? What would your dream job be now? If money were no object, or if you could just solely do … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Petunia’s Place
Christmas Tree Lane
Welp, Thanksgiving is over, and I'm sure many of us are still in a food coma. ;) I hope everyone had a nice day with family and friends. Hopefully the fights were kept to a minimum, and instead lots … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Lane
Reaching Out To Our Neighbors
Well, I can hardly believe that the holidays are right around the corner. I remember back in July when I would jokingly say, "Better start your Christmas shopping." Now look, Christmas is about a … [Read more...] about Reaching Out To Our Neighbors
Local Author, Margarita Engle
I remember when I was in elementary school I had entered a contest to meet an author. I had to write something, and somehow or another, I had won! I think I was in 4th or 5th grade. I don't remember … [Read more...] about Local Author, Margarita Engle
Kearney Renaissance Faire
If you are from the FresYes area, I'm pretty sure you've heard of Kearney Mansion. I remember learning about it in school, along with the Meux Home (which I love). I've toured the Meux Home, but I've … [Read more...] about Kearney Renaissance Faire
Happy Halloween!
How did I get so lucky to have my post land on a holiday?! Yippee! October is the start of holiday season, at least for my family. The beginning of October is my daughter's birthday, then there is … [Read more...] about Happy Halloween!
Saying Goodbye to Organic Fresno
As I was preparing for my weekly post, I was thinking about some of the topics I've written about in the past. I realize that most posts are about the great times I've had. With me, it's about the fun … [Read more...] about Saying Goodbye to Organic Fresno
Lunafest 2014
Well friends, you've done it, you've made it to Friday! Woot-woot! Anyone have any special plans? I'm going to a mystery dinner on Saturday night, which I think I might write about for next week. … [Read more...] about Lunafest 2014
FresYes Must-Do: GO TO THE GERM
If you like making your own films or watching others, the appropriate FresYes thing to do would be to go to The Germ Viewing Party. This local film festival, happening Thursday, October 16 at 7 p.m. … [Read more...] about FresYes Must-Do: GO TO THE GERM
Fresno Filmworks
I'm one of the All Things FresYes authors. This means I can pretty much write about whatever I want. I like this freedom. I can write about things I like, places I've visited, people I've met or … [Read more...] about Fresno Filmworks
Big Times Are Back! The Big Fresno Fair!
Hello October! Do you think October will bring cooler temperatures? Even if it doesn't, I'll tell you what it will bring...My kids' birthdays, Halloween and The Big Fresno … [Read more...] about Big Times Are Back! The Big Fresno Fair!
Drink Local- Raizana Tea Market
I wish I could say that I love coffee, because then I wouldn't have to search for fancy tea shops, I'd be happy with the local Starbucks. However, I do not like coffee. Well, I do like the smell of … [Read more...] about Drink Local- Raizana Tea Market
Eat Local! Izi Sandwich Shop & Deli
Being a mom to picky eaters, I'm always looking for yummy places to eat out. That probably makes no sense, but since I'm usually eating Mac and Cheese for dinner (okay a bit of an exaggeration), I … [Read more...] about Eat Local! Izi Sandwich Shop & Deli
Say cheese!!
Does anyone remember Olin Mills? What about Glamour Shots? Picture People? Remember the day when people would get dressed up and head out to the picture studio? There have been a smattering of places … [Read more...] about Say cheese!!
Fresno County Public Library
It's no secret, I love books. I love old books that have been well loved. I also love new books that have not yet been touched. The first thing I do when I pick up a new book is to smell it. Ask … [Read more...] about Fresno County Public Library
Selling my Fresno home
Fourteen years ago I was living in Pasadena, CA. I had just gotten married a few years before, and like any young couple we had the dream of buying a home. I had just started working as a social … [Read more...] about Selling my Fresno home