My wonderfully talented friend Bruce threw me a lovely birthday party this past Sunday, February 27. He went all out, everything from rainbow colored invitations, to a nice little location reserved just for the party called, "Fat Cats", ordering the cake, hosting the dinner for the guests, drinks, flowers, decorations...and not to mention the huge … Continue reading The BEST birthday party ever! →

On our day off Jason and I decided to spend the afternoon in Downtown San Diego. Jason's idea of a day off isn't exactly the same as mine, I thought maybe a picnic on the beach or going to one of the many dog parks. He preferred to go to his favorite Italian spot in … Continue reading Little Italy and Seaport Village on President’s Day →

Before I headed back down south for San Diego, Aunt Cynthia and I left for an early morning run. She is in training for the LA Marathon so her distance today was 20miles. I was just running for the heck of it I guess. We left from 3rd street off toward the Santa Monica Pier … Continue reading Morning run through Santa Monica →

It seems like an eternity that I have rested this well. The best part is, I am away from San Diego from the weekend. Away from work, away from other stressors, although I do miss Bail-Bail and Jason. I left yesterday (Friday) afternoon from San Diego to visit my Uncle Lee, Aunt Cynthia and cousins … Continue reading Good Morning…Good morning! →

It seems like I have had an endless Valentines week.... From Saturday---> this past Wednesday I have been celebrating with Jason, friends, and on this particular day...on the actual day of Valentines Day.... I went to a Kenny G Concert with my great friend Bruce. We left San Diego early enough to allow time to … Continue reading Kenny G Concert in LA →

I miss my Grandma so very much. I am named after my Grandma Ellen. Sarah Ellen Ashworth. She currently resides back home in Maryland, is 92 years old and has a heart condition of congestive heart failure (which she has been diagnosed with for many years), and also cardio myopathy (which she also has had … Continue reading Grandma Ellen →

I celebrated Valentine's Day a couple days early with Jason for a couple reasons. First of all, who wants to celebrate on a Monday evening? Secondly, it was a beautiful day on Saturday afternoon so we decided to take advantage of a beautiful afternoon. I had a nice day today as well (Sunday). Went to … Continue reading Happy Valentines DAY!! →

Jason and I decided to celebrate Valentines day today instead. We went to our favorite spot called, the Brockton Villa which is this small restaurant which has a beautiful view of the ocean and very cute white fenced patio. After not speaking with Jason for a week we had plenty to talk about, everything from … Continue reading Vday Lunch Date @ La Jolla Shores →

Three weeks ago Jason and I decided to do the Hornblower Cruises, Whale Watching Tours in San Diego. We arrived early to ensure the boat did not leave without us and also that we got a good seat. I took this picture of the boat before we boarded: After we were underway I was very … Continue reading Whale Watching in San Diego →

This post I dedicate to my wonderful friends and family, without them I would not be have become the person I am today. Some friends have come and go throughout the years. Some have recently come into my life. Others have stuck with me through thick and thin no matter what. I want to thank … Continue reading With a little help from my friends… →

My first trip to Arizona. I had driven through twice when I drove cross country. We had to stop at the Grand Canyon with Jason when we first came out to San Diego, and again when my dad drove with me XC through AZ we stopped again. Actually spending time in the desert however was … Continue reading Tucson, Arizona →

My first San Diego Christmas with Jason and Bail-Bail was extremely wonderful. That is the only way to explain it. Luckily I had finished most of my shopping the week prior and shipped off my presents to the family so the week of Christmas I really didn't have much to worry about. We did still … Continue reading Christmas in Cali →

Another exciting Sunday morning in Ocean Beach for the Redskins game. Jason and I wake up early to eat breakfast at the local joint down the street from Winstons. We both order coffee and omlettes. After a quick breakfast, and a couple more pictures: We head to Winstons, the local Redskins bar where all local … Continue reading Skins v Dallas @ Winstons →

We are getting into the holiday spirit here at NAMI San Diego! Today Building Two had our Secret Santa gathering during lunch. It was such a great time. Everyone a couple weeks ago drew names out of a hat, and those that participate wrote on a sheet of paper three things on their wish list … Continue reading Secret Santa at NAMI San Diego →