Central Coast

By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Conferences
Oct 20th, 2013
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As most of you know, I’m pretty new to the blogging world and social media.  So as you can imagine, I was so thrilled to participate in this past weekend’s Fitcation, which was held right in my backyard of Paso Robles, CA. Leah Segedie of Mamavation created Fitcation with the intension of it being a […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Conferences
Oct 16th, 2013
4 Comments
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This past weekend, I headed up to Paso Robles to participate in a Women’s Event called Fitcation (Fitness + Vacation = Fitcation).  It was SO MUCH FUN!!!  I’ll be writing another post about my experience with it, but until then, here is a brief recap of what I thought about Fitcation....
By Shannon Gurnee
In California
Jun 5th, 2013
1 Comment
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This past weekend, Frank and I had no kids, so we decided to go on a tour of the Central Coast on his motorcycle.  It was so much fun and such a pretty drive.  We drove up Highway 1 and then camped in Morgan Hill, California.  Post with more pictures will be coming soon!  ');...
By Shannon Gurnee
In California
Apr 6th, 2013
0 Comments
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This weekend, Moo La La Boutique is having it’s Semi-Annual Consignment Sale on the Central Coast!  This is my first year participating in the Consignment Sale and I am so excited to learn about all of the goodies everyone will leave with.  Moo La La Boutique is a Seasonal Children’s Consignment Event that specializes in […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Events
Nov 13th, 2012
72 Comments
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This weekend, I was invited to check out the Grand Re-Opening of Orchard Supply Hardware in Pismo Beach, California.  It’s been a long time since I’ve visited Orchard Supply Hardware and let me tell you, after walking through the store and checking out the changes that have been made, I will definitely be back! For […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Events
Oct 23rd, 2012
4 Comments
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I live on the Central Coast and recently discovered a new Smart & Final opening in my hometown.  I was thrilled to be invited to the Grand Opening Preview of the 56th Smart & Final (the 3rd one on the Central Coast)!  Smart & Final is located on 1464 E. Grand Ave. in Arroyo Grande, […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In California
Jun 27th, 2012
13 Comments
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Circus Vargas is coming to The Madonna Inn this 4th of July weekend!  Look for the blue and gold big top this Friday, June 29 through Wednesday, July 4.  Unveiling its greatest collaboration to date, Tabares Entertainment joins forces with famed singing Ringmaster Kevin Venardos for a production of musical magnitude in its most exciting, innovative […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In California
Dec 23rd, 2011
2 Comments
9943 Views
Tonight, a friend came over to visit and pick up some goodies.  We started talking about Christmas and a holiday light show she recently saw in Arroyo Grande, only 15 minutes away.  I spontaneously said that we should go check it out!  So, we loaded up the boys in the car and drove in search […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In California
Jun 24th, 2011
41 Comments
3796 Views
I remember going to see Circus Vargas when I was a little kid.  There were clowns, elephants, tigers, jugglers, and so much more.  I haven’t been to the Circus since I lived in Southern California and was in elementary school……and that was a long time ago.  I was excited to receive an email announcing the […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Events
May 31st, 2011
5 Comments
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   I was so excited to promote the Toys For Tots Literacy Program with a book reading by our local firefighters at The UPS Store in Nipomo, Calfornia!  The firefighters were more than willing to take part and brought some of their children’s favorite books.  Before the actual storytime event, there were preparations to be […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Events
May 30th, 2011
1 Comment
1881 Views
I have had an amazing experience the past few months serving as a Blogger Correspondent for the Child Hunger Ends Here Campaign.  I knew that economic times were hard, but I had no idea that child hunger was so prevalent in the United States.  Once I knew about this awesome cause, sponsored by ConAgra Foods […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In California
Apr 15th, 2011
0 Comments
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I am so thankful for the men and women that serve as firefighters for our county (and country).  Recently, we had a Cub Scout activity where my Tiger Cubs (and parents) had the opportunity to visit with our local firefighters.  At the visit, we learned about the equipment that firefighters wear and use, complete with […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In California
Apr 15th, 2011
2 Comments
2095 Views
If you live near San Luis Obispo, located on the Central Coast of beautiful California, and you’d like to walk for a good cause, you’ll want to check out the MS Walk this weekend!  I learned about the MS Walk from another mom in my local MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support).  Here’s what Caroline […]...
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