Weekend Getaway: San Jose. #TravelTuesday

Last Summer when Team San Jose invited me up for a few nights & to cover their awesome Jazz Festival, I knew it would be a fun experience, but little did I know that I would leave on the decision that San Jose is one […]

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Along Comes Mary Turns 3!

Today marks an important milestone for me: I  have been blogging on Along Comes Mary for 3 years now! Little did I think back when my wonderful & supportive friend, Jamie, from Minnesota Girl in the World, did a mini crash course with me & Erin, now […]

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10 FAQ’s on the Winchester Mystery House!

Something that has become a bit common for me to tell you is that I am a California native. Yet, I have not seen many of the considered ‘must-see’s’ of my Golden State. This past year has found me finally at Universal Studios, the Tournament […]

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4 Great Tips for Wine & Dessert Pairing…

Back when I was in San Jose, I was treated to a wonderful Wine & Dessert pairing course at The Village Bistro of Santana Row. Our Host for the class was Manager, Tommi Renshaw & I was blown away at how much knowledge one can learn […]

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Gluten Free in San Jose: Part 2. #SanJoseUnplugged

I hope you’re enjoying reading my San Jose posts as much as I am writing them! While I am attempting to spread out the series (so the blog doesn’t become entirely about San Jose), I don’t want to keep you waiting for part 2 on […]

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The San Jose Jazz Fest & Giveaway Ends 8-31!! #SanJoseUnplugged

Despite all the food, wine, giggles & fun had in San Jose, the main reason for the media trip was to check out their 25th Annual Jazz Festival. Each year, Downtown San Jose pulls out all the stops to bring you one of the best […]

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George Lopez at The City National Civic! #SanJoseUnplugged

Want to know a crazy tidbit about me? Prior to my media trip to San Jose, I had never been to see a comedian live! I suppose I’ve shied away somewhat from comedy acts as they have always seemed awkward to me; listening to someone […]

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Gluten Free in San Jose: Part 1.

Something I always have in my mind when I travel is, Will I be able to eat safely?! Anyone with an allergy or sensitivity knows exactly what I am talking about. Having been gluten-free since 2009, it has gotten incredibly easier in recent years & […]

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A Glimpse of San Jose! #SanJoseUnplugged

So, the past few days have found me on my first “Media Tour” for Along Comes Mary. Basically, this means that a group of PR extraordinaires, usually representing a city, invite a group of bloggers up for a fully credentialed experience showcasing all that an […]

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U by Kotex 3D Capture Core & Other Essentials When I Travel! #FreeSamples #ad

(Special thanks to U by Kotex & Linqia for sponsoring todays post!) I had so much fun with my previous post about U by Kotex & their newest product, 3D Capture Core, that when Linqia came to me & said they did, too & Kotex would […]

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