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# SoCal Lifestyle with Ashley Z

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- [Tips for traveling stress-free with kids](https://socallifestyle.blog/tips-for-traveling-with-kids/) - This page contains product affiliate links. I may receive a commission if you choose to make a purchase, at no cost to you! Traveling with kids can be stressful for both parents AND children alike. We’ve been traveling with children in a car for most of their lives. Needless to say, I have some experience, so This page contains product affiliate links. I may receive a commission if you choose to make a purchase, at no cost to you! Traveling with kids can be stressful for both parents AND children alike. We’ve been traveling with children in a car for most of their lives. Needless to say, I have some experience, so
- [Craft and Commerce & False Idol Tiki Bar](https://socallifestyle.blog/craft-and-commerce-false-idol-tiki-bar/) - Craft & Commerce Craft & Commerce is a restaurant and bar located in the downtown San Diego area of Little Italy. We ventured into Craft & Commerce after we had already had a rather large lunch at Il Fornaio on Coronado Island, so we planned to just have a drink at the bar and knew - Craft & Commerce Craft & Commerce is a restaurant and bar located in the downtown San Diego area of Little Italy. We ventured into Craft & Commerce after we had already had a rather large lunch at Il Fornaio on Coronado Island, so we planned to just have a drink at the bar and knew
- [The Corvette Diner](https://socallifestyle.blog/corvette-diner-san-diego-ca/) - The Corvette Diner is located on Historic Decatur Road in the Historical Liberty Station area of San Diego. Corvette Diner is a colorful and fun 50’s diner, complete with red booths, rock n' roll music, plus amazing burgers, shakes and dancing servers! It has such a fun vibe as soon as you walk in with a The Corvette Diner is located on Historic Decatur Road in the Historical Liberty Station area of San Diego. Corvette Diner is a colorful and fun 50’s diner, complete with red booths, rock n' roll music, plus amazing burgers, shakes and dancing servers! It has such a fun vibe as soon as you walk in with a
- [Cruisin' Grand](https://socallifestyle.blog/cruisin-grand-escondido-ca/) - Cruisin' Grand is a fun family event that takes place on Grand Avenue in Escondido. Escondido is a little hidden gem in North County San Diego, Escondido, which means "hidden" in Spanish, is located about 30 minutes northeast of downtown San Diego and only about 20 minutes to the coastal north county beaches. This is - Cruisin' Grand is a fun family event that takes place on Grand Avenue in Escondido. Escondido is a little hidden gem in North County San Diego, Escondido, which means "hidden" in Spanish, is located about 30 minutes northeast of downtown San Diego and only about 20 minutes to the coastal north county beaches. This is
- [7 Fun Things to do in Little Italy](https://socallifestyle.blog/7-fun-things-to-do-in-little-italy/) - Benvenuti a Little Italy in San Diego, California! Little Italy is located very close to downtown San Diego and its hotels, a short drive from the airport and within walking distance to Waterfront Park. Here are my list of 7 fun things to do in Little Italy. About Little Italy, San Diego Little Italy in - Benvenuti a Little Italy in San Diego, California! Little Italy is located very close to downtown San Diego and its hotels, a short drive from the airport and within walking distance to Waterfront Park. Here are my list of 7 fun things to do in Little Italy. About Little Italy, San Diego Little Italy in
- [5 of the Best Ways To Declutter & Organize Your Home in 2025.](https://socallifestyle.blog/5-of-the-best-ways-to-declutter-organize-your-home-in-2025/) - We did a lot of decluttering in 2024, and I feel so much lighter this year. But now that it’s January, I’m already looking to get rid of more “stuff”. We’ll be going through a huge interior remodel in the next few months and now I feel like we need to get rid of even
- [Pechanga Resort Casino](https://socallifestyle.blog/pechanga-resort-casino-temecula-ca/) - We recently visited Pechanga Resort Casino, located just a 35 minute drive north of San Marcos, in Temecula, California. Pechanga Resort Casino is a ginormous casino, with a stunning lobby, a fun and exciting vibe and impeccable customer service. The casino boasts 5,400 slot machines, 152 table games, a poker room with 38 tables, including a We recently visited Pechanga Resort Casino, located just a 35 minute drive north of San Marcos, in Temecula, California. Pechanga Resort Casino is a ginormous casino, with a stunning lobby, a fun and exciting vibe and impeccable customer service. The casino boasts 5,400 slot machines, 152 table games, a poker room with 38 tables, including a
- [Balboa Village](https://socallifestyle.blog/balboa-village-newport-beach/) - Balboa Village 2023 Balboa Village If you read my previous blog about Balboa Island, then you probably remember reading about The Balboa Fun Zone located in Balboa Village. Balboa Village is located in Newport Beach, in Orange County and is just a quick and inexpensive ferry ride over from Balboa Island. The ferry boat ride is just about
- [Old Town Temecula](https://socallifestyle.blog/old-town-temecula/) - #Most everyone has heard of Temecula Valley wine country, but a less-known area of Temecula, is Old Town Temecula. I had the pleasure of spending a few hours on Front Street in Old Town Temecula, on a visit with my Mom this past weekend. I had been there briefly, to celebrate my 25th wedding anniversary
- [California Tastings](https://socallifestyle.blog/california-tastings/) - California Tastings - Meet my friend Nilu Afshar, the owner of California Tastings. Nilu will set you up on an incredible wine tasting, beer tasting or even olive oil tasting adventure! As a certified sommelier, Nilu will arrange a wine tasting or Wine 101 class for you and your group. Or schedule a romantic, private
- [Beautiful Balboa Island, Ca](https://socallifestyle.blog/beautiful-balboa-island-ca/) - Take a quick walk through wonderful and charming Balboa Island, located in Orange County, California! My family and I vacationed here for years in the 80’s and I never forgot how much fun it was and the memories that were made. I honestly can’t believe I waited so many years to bring my kids here Take a quick walk through wonderful and charming Balboa Island, located in Orange County, California! My family and I vacationed here for years in the 80’s and I never forgot how much fun it was and the memories that were made. I honestly can’t believe I waited so many years to bring my kids here
- [Printables by Ashley Z.](https://socallifestyle.blog/printables-by-ashley-z/) - Here, you'll find your one stop shop for all things printables. It's a work in progress, so be sure to check back often to get all of your holiday games, and other printables I'm working on. Also, be sure to follow me on Instagram to make sure you're "in the know" of my new printables
- [Harrah’s Rincon Resort, Valley Center, CA](https://socallifestyle.blog/harrahs-rincon-resort-valley-center-ca/) - If you’re looking for a “Funner” place to relax and gamble in Southern California, specifically in San Diego County, then you’ll want to check out Harrah’s Rincon Resort, Southern California. Harrah’s is located in Valley Center, on the Rincon Indian Reservation and operated by the tribe. I don’t know about you, but if you live If you’re looking for a “Funner” place to relax and gamble in Southern California, specifically in San Diego County, then you’ll want to check out Harrah’s Rincon Resort, Southern California. Harrah’s is located in Valley Center, on the Rincon Indian Reservation and operated by the tribe. I don’t know about you, but if you live
- [Welcome to The funk zone](https://socallifestyle.blog/the-funk-zone-santa-barbara/) - Hey friends! One of my favorite places in Santa Barbara, California, is The Funk Zone! The Funk Zone is located between State Street & Garden Street and Montecito Street and Cabrillo Blvd., just a short walk to the beach. Aptly named, this cute little area features storefronts with handmade art & jewelry, art galleries, open Hey friends! One of my favorite places in Santa Barbara, California, is The Funk Zone! The Funk Zone is located between State Street & Garden Street and Montecito Street and Cabrillo Blvd., just a short walk to the beach. Aptly named, this cute little area features storefronts with handmade art & jewelry, art galleries, open
- [That Time I Went Skydiving](https://socallifestyle.blog/that-time-i-went-skydiving/) - What an amazing time I had skydiving with my bestie last weekend. Skydiving is an absolute experience of a lifetime! I'm actually afraid of heights, but apparently my thirst for a thrill outweighed my fear. My friend jumped just two months before with her son and I was on the ground to watch them land. What an amazing time I had skydiving with my bestie last weekend. Skydiving is an absolute experience of a lifetime! I'm actually afraid of heights, but apparently my thirst for a thrill outweighed my fear. My friend jumped just two months before with her son and I was on the ground to watch them land.
- [World Prematurity Day](https://socallifestyle.blog/world-prematurity-day-2/) - On December 8th, 2008, our whole world changed! Our son, Connor Kenneth Charles Zeiss, who was supposed to be born in March, decided to make an extra early appearance. He was born at 27 weeks gestational period. He weighed just 1 lb. 9 oz. He had several complications along the way, including two strokes, which On December 8th, 2008, our whole world changed! Our son, Connor Kenneth Charles Zeiss, who was supposed to be born in March, decided to make an extra early appearance. He was born at 27 weeks gestational period. He weighed just 1 lb. 9 oz. He had several complications along the way, including two strokes, which
- [EVERYTHING HAPPENS FOR A REASON](https://socallifestyle.blog/everything-happens-for-a-reason/) - Everything Happens for a Reason. E.H.F.A.R. Sounds cliché, right? And it’s usually the very last thing someone going through something unpleasant wants to hear. BUT, I believe in my very heart of hearts that it’s true. I honestly do. I’m a glass is half-full, kind of girl. I want to believe that even bad things Everything Happens for a Reason. E.H.F.A.R. Sounds cliché, right? And it’s usually the very last thing someone going through something unpleasant wants to hear. BUT, I believe in my very heart of hearts that it’s true. I honestly do. I’m a glass is half-full, kind of girl. I want to believe that even bad things
- [Sugar Mamma Caramels](https://socallifestyle.blog/sugar-mamma-caramels/) - Nancy is the owner and maker of the most delectable sea salt caramels, and her company is endearingly named Sugar Mamma Caramels. Her caramels literally melt in your mouth! But it doesn’t stop there, she makes dozens of other homemade, tasty treats, such as toffee, truffles, dipping sauces, cookies, brownies and the list goes on.
- [Sparkle with Bree Allison Designs](https://socallifestyle.blog/sparkle-shine/) - Bree Allison Designs - If you’re looking for some sparkle in your life, then you need to check out Bree Allison Designs! These aren’t just flip flops…These are absolutely gorgeous, hand-crafted, crystal adorned flips flops. They come in a many colors and styles, and she is now making custom flip flops for any sports team
- [Balance Home Organizing](https://socallifestyle.blog/small-business-faves/) - Balance Home Organizing - Balance Home Organizing is a gift from God! Not only do I know the owner, Megan, but my daughter has worked for her on and off for the past few years. Lucky for me, I got free organization tips! But if you don’t have your own personal organizational assistant at home,
- [International Women's Day](https://socallifestyle.blog/international-womens-day/) - Growing up, I always wanted to be Wonder Woman! I had the Underoo’s, and dressed up as her for Halloween one year too. (So did my Dad! Lol!) It was my favorite TV show and I just loved how she fought for the little guy. I would spin around and around until I was dizzy,
- [9-11-2001, A day we'll never forget](https://socallifestyle.blog/9-11-2020/) - 9/11/2001… I will most certainly never forget. We flew home from my brother-in-law’s wedding in Baltimore, MD on September 10th, 2001. Just one day before terrorists boarded US planes and crashed them into our precious landmarks. My daughter was just 4 months old and I was terrified to take her on a plane from the
- [A Trip to Los Olivos & Solvang](https://socallifestyle.blog/my-trip-to-santa-ynez-valley/) - I had the pleasure of taking a girls trip with my mom, my best friend from high school, and her mom. We've all known each other since the high school, so there's quite a bit of history there. Our Mom's certainly were looking forward to reminiscing about what sweet angels we were back in the

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