Don’t Miss Man in A Case at The Broad Stage…

Thanks to The Broad Stage, I got to head out to Santa Monica (which is slowly becoming my home away from home; any chance I get to be in that heaven on earth city of beach, sand, palm trees, pretty people & stores with home […]

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7 Classic Films to Watch…

I consider myself a movie lover, yet have not seen a huge amount of the newer, popular films that many reference & love today. Growing up with my Grandma in the house, I was exposed at an early age to all the great classics of […]

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The Yoplait Greek 100 Taste Off!

(*Disclosure: Thanks to Yoplait & Linqia for sponsoring today’s discussion! All opinions are my own.) Michael & I love yogurt, but sometimes the amount of carbs in this creamy treat can turn us off. With Mike needing more protein in his diet post-workouts & my always […]

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Current State of Mind: Content.

As some of you know, last week I celebrated two years blogging here on Along Comes Mary! In a way, it feels much longer & in another, it seems like just yesterday I began this writing journey with the help of Minnesota Girl in the World (aka Jamie!) […]

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From Shakespeare to Baryshnikov, Broad Stage Has it All…

You know how much I love Santa Monica. The beach, posh stores, delicious foods & views. Another thing I just learned graced this city is the amazing theatre, The Broad Stage. Unlike any performance space in the country, it is sublimely intimate with 499-seats and […]

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NAR Gourmet Brings Mediterran​ean to the U.S! #ad

Growing up, I was such a fan of PB&J sandwiches & that love has never left me, ask anyone! Over the years, I have learned all jams are not created equal, & just like with fruits, some will taste tons better than others. My newest go-to? […]

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Check Out Raul Esparza Narrating RUNNER! #ad

When I received an email about featuring the new audio book RUNNER, an exciting thriller by New York Times Bestseller, Patrick Lee, I knew it was an opportunity I wanted to jump on since the CDs are narrated by Broadway sensation & 4 time Tony […]

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Get Away from it all at The Hofsas House Hotel. #Carmelbythesea #ad

  Our recent getaway to Carmel by the Sea was made possible by the invite I received to stay at The Hofsas House Hotel, & I am so excited to introduce you to them! I will admit, I did wonder, what if this hotel is […]

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Organic, Fresh Food Delivered Right to your Door with Santa Monica Merchant!

One of my favorite places here in SoCal is Santa Monica; any chance I get, even if it’s just to have a quick-lunch at Whole Foods, people watch at 3rd Street Promenade or thrift for bargains at their Goodwill, I am there. So, when Sally, from food […]

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Its Time to PARTY Again at The Ultimate Blog Party! #UBP14

  So many wonderful milestones in both my life & Along Comes Mary’s have occurred since a year ago when I participated for the first time in the popular yearly Ultimate Blog Party, which is the brainchild of bloggers & twin sisters, Janice & Susan. […]

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Springtime in Pasadena! #WordlessWednesday

Continuing on from yesterday’s post & how much I am loving Spring, I thought it was about time I return to an old reliable: Wordless Wednesday. I got some gorgeous pictures of blooming flowers on a recent stroll with Hammy, & we thought we’d share […]

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6 Tips for Planning a Day at the Huntington Library

It is certainly Spring here in Los Angeles and the past few weeks have been nothing short of perfect. Flowers blooming, trees green, sun shining. I feel like there is no better place to be. Except, maybe-the Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens! My boyfriend had […]

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