Wearable Art by Miz Meliz and Giveaway ends 12-11! #AVeryMaryChristmas

Sometimes, an opportunity too fun to pass up comes along. Even if it seems a bit zany, you just have to trust your gut and go for it. Lucky for me I did just that and met the fabulous (and now dear friend of mine), […]

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Supporting The Friends of Griffith Park at Nordic Noir

When I headed out on a scorching warm LA day (106 high!) to Griffith Park’s Greek Theatre last weekend, I knew that I would be in for some great music from The Danish Film Harmonics’ and Film composer, Jacob Groth, but, no idea how much […]

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Exploring The Oroville Dam and Fish Hatchery!

My trip to Sacramento County, Chico and Mount Shasta County  is in the record books! My visit  was absolutely awesome, and reminded me just how important it is to get away from it all, unplug a bit and have some FUN adventures with great friends. […]

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5 Things I Took Away from #BlogHer16. #SocialMediaMonday

This past weekend was easily one of the most anticipated of the year. Especially if you are a blogger r female entrepreneur.  The place to be was Downtown LA at The JW Marriott as BlogHer took over the house and LA Live to give like-minded […]

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I Bought a Bikini (For the First Time, Ever!) #SimplySmooth

(This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SimplySmooth #CollectiveBias) I am not going to lie, this has been a very hectic Summer already. I have had some ups and downs personally, and it seems almost everyday […]

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The Sound of Music Singalong at The Hollywood Bowl!

So, for as long as I can remember, every year I say I am going to attend The Sound of Music sing along at The Hollywood Bowl. Then? Every Summer flies past me and I do not attend. Luckily, when I sighed last season and […]

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Currently: Week in Review Edition.

When Michael recommended I start a “Week in Review” series, I was skeptical. Despite I write about my life all the time, I don’t want to come across like I am boasting…or, is that inevitable, being a writer?? I will let you be the judge […]

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A Weekend of Friends. #Story

Like I have shared on the blog before, I am very proud at my somewhat un-orthodox ways I have met some of the dearest people in my life, through the years…. This past weekend, we headed up to Sacramento to my friend, Helen’s, wedding. I […]

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Sunday Fun Day: Tag! You’re It!

My friend, Anita, who is One Sleepy Mommy, tagged me to take part is this fun mini-interview to get to know you & your blogger friends better. Here are Anita’s questions from me! xo What was your proudest moment in your life? That’s a great […]

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TAG! You’re IT.

(Your author. At The LA Times Festival of Books.) Chris Lam has tagged me from A to Z….I feel like I am in high school again 😉 Join the fun if you wish!   A. Attached or Single? In a relationship with myself. B. Best […]

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My 1st Birthday!

Well, not exactly! 😉 But it’s hard to believe that Along Comes Mary turns ONE today!!! Does anyone remember my first post? I was so proud that I had strangers liking it & emailing me. Since I don’t feel like getting all gushy with a […]

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Happy Easter!

To those of you celebrating, have a lovely Easter! If you’re not, have a great weekend!:) xoxo, Mary

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