Howdy from Texas! I’m sitting in Java Ranch, one of the local hang outs in Fredericksburg, Texas. Apparently, wi-fi can be wonky in these parts so it’s not surprising the full house of caffeinated folks are glued to their laptops. I’ve been here just 3 […]
My diet is forever evolving. While gluten-free is always a must since I’m allergic, I’ve had phases of vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian. Right now, you could call me a “Flex-itarian.” I do eat white meat, yet limit my dairy intake and continue to make vegan […]
Santa Barbara is often referred to as “The American Riviera” and for good reason. While I lived in Santa Barbara County for a number of years growing up, I didn’t always appreciate its beauty and the diversity to the area. My eyes were wide opened […]
It’s no secret 2018 was the year I fell in-love with the Pacific Northwest. With trips to both Washington and Oregon, I at last experienced beloved cities like Seattle and Portland. With just about 24 hours to enjoy in Portland, time was of the essence, […]
Happy Wednesday! Or, as I like to call it, Wine Women Wednesday. In this bi-weekly series, I’m thrilled to introduce you to some of the awesome women killing it in the wine industry. Today, meet Darcie Kent of Darcie Kent Vineyards in California’s Tri-Valley. When […]
Raise your hand if you’ve ever had sake. While I’ve been a fan for awhile, I’d only enjoyed it with sushi. Little did I know that the Japanese rice wine is extremely versatile, and making it is more similar to fermenting beer than stomping grapes […]
Welcome to the return of Wine Women Wednesday. This was one of the highlights and milestones for Along Comes Mary when this series launched a few months ago. With 2019 here, I’m so excited to bring you more interviews with kick ass women killing it […]
There’s no denying the array of food options in San Diego County. One of the most popular spots to get your grub on is Carlsbad. Filled with cafes, wine bars and fine restaurants, I was thrilled to head down recently and take the Carlsbad Food […]
It’s no secret I love live theatre. While I’ve attended countless plays and musicals, this week I’ll have the pleasure of seeing Lee Blessing’s A Walk in the Woods. Yet, with a twist. Instead of a traditional stage production, LA Theatre Works is presetting the […]
It’s nearly time for the most controversial holiday, Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re team love it or team greeting card gimmick (I admit, I’m a sucker and enjoy the day), it’s a great excuse to treat yourself and those you love. If getting away for Valentine’s […]
2018 is about to bid farewell and you know what that means, don’t you? It’s time to unveil my annual word of the year! A tradition on Along Comes Mary since my first year of blogging, my words of the year have varied vastly each […]
As the year comes to a close, that usually means one thing for me: my word of the year. While I’ve chosen my word for 2019, I’ve been reflecting quite a bit on my 2018, which was happiness. As I’ve had numerous ups and downs […]
