LA Highlights

This past weekend, a bunch of family members congregated in Los Angeles to celebrate my uncle’s 90th birthday. It was a great weekend celebrating family and togetherness. Here are the highlights:

 

The Hotel

 

My uncle lives in Culver City, a section in Los Angeles that is super hip, highly desirable, and walkable to everything and anything. We LOVE it there. Because there were so many of us, Cruzzie and I stayed in a hotel that was 0.5 miles away from my uncle house. It was uber hip and fun to stay at.

The downstairs was a restaurant that people ate at for all meals of the day — although I never ate there, I loved the vibe.

It was also a step away from the Culver Steps — a super hip area with Erewhon, other restaurants and stores, a movie theatre, etc…

The Proskurowski family — and the steps behind us.

Culver City is the heart of the movie industry — and here is the lion from the Wizard of Oz.

 

 

Family Time

 

Watching sports together.

Celebrating my uncle’s birthday at an incredible restaurant.

Having my bootie baby come from Ojai to LA to celebrate was a family highlight.

Ping Pong — a lot of Ping Pong.

 

Space Invaders

 

Love having an adventure to go on — so this was fun to find two different space invaders in to different parts of town.

The second one.

 

Random Open House Tour

 

When we were exploring and trying to locate the second space invader, we came across a house that had an open house. We thought it was a really nice looking house and wanted to see more. And hot damn, was it so cool and different. We had a great talk with the realtor (he was like a stand up comedian) and loved the multi-generational house lay out.

It was three different buildings — and all so different and unique.

This was the outside the lured us in. I thought it as one house — the wooden one, but it also included the silver one next door on the neighboring lot.

Totally unique and different.

Lots of outdoor spaces everywhere.

 

Walks and Runs

 

Three days in Los Angeles meant three runs, and lots of walks. This is one of my all time favorite runs along the canal.

I also did a trail run. Less fun but gorgeous views.

Three bald Dr. Proskurowskis.

The original Proskurowski family on a walk.

 

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Come back tomorrow to see my favorite food destinations we went to over the long weekend! Hope you are having a great start to your week!

Currently Loving January 2026

It’s been a minute. But here I am. Happy New Year!!! Here is what I am loving in this new month and NEW Year! And back to regular programming this week — swear! On top of traveling, family, holidays, I had writer’s block too, and couldn’t think of anything that made sense to post. But don’t you worry, I have lots of unimportant things to share with you in the next couple of weeks! In the meantime, here is what I am loving now!

 

1. Golden Hof Pancakes

 

Golden Diner is a hot asian-fusion spot downtown that is impossible to get reservations and hours to wait in line. They recently opened up a sister restaurant in midtown, and you can get a reservation ANY TIME and they have all the same food. Different vibe, but so delicious. And these pancakes were 10 out of 10.

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Nutella Pastry Dough

Easy peasy, and so delicious! Three ingredients! Pastry dough, Nutella, and egg (to wash on top)

 

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line the baking sheet with wax paper. Then roll out pastry dough. Add Nutella. Fold over the non Nutella side of the dough, make shapes, put on sheet pan, paint with egg wash, add some sugar, and voila, done!

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Saint Sass Tights

Instagram sold me on this one — and I am super thankful — snarky statement tights. I mean, who wouldn’t want tights with some fun comment on them? I saw them on my feed, bought them, and have been wearing them nonstop so thought I would share with you all! Saint Sass Tights!

 

I got “Trouble Maker” and they just made me giggle.

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Currently Loving December 2025 Part 1

And just like that….here we are in December! I can NOT believe how this year flew by. Here is what I am loving:

 

1. Ruth Asawa at the MoMA

 

At the MoMA until February 7th — must go and see! Over 300 pieces of work — and each one so intricate and beautiful. As someone who weaves baskets, it made it even more incredible — they are BEYOND beautiful and take so much patience and skill. A must visit.

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Turkey Trot (Shirts)

Sorry for the week off — Thanksgiving came and went — and I had sooooo much fun but it was jam packed with fun activities. As usual, we went to California to spend the holiday with our best friends. The best time was had and I miss them dearly (and California, too). One of the highlights was our turkey trot shirts. YUP, the turkey trot shirts. Of course, all planned and coordinated by my sister-from-another-mister (she is the most creative person I know). Take a look, take note, and get for next year!

 

Turkey Trot. I laughed when I saw these turkeys on the day after Thanksgiving. They were literally trotting down the running path.

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NYC Marathon 2025

My favorite day of the year in NYC — and this one did not disappoint — The NYC Marathon. Actually, New York showed off in any way and it was truly a magical day. I did not run — but cheered for 5 hours — and it was absolutely glorious.

 

My preparation for the marathon started on Saturday by watching Kipchoge’s documentary — he is my absolute favorite runner (and maybe even athlete, close to Nadal) and this documentary is so inspirational and incredible.

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Nike Marathon Signs

This past weekend, I ran my 24th marathon (my 10th Chicago Marathon). It was a great day and despite it being hard (all marathons are hard), I enjoyed the process, the journey, and the race itself. One of my favorite parts of the race were all the Nike signs posted along the course. They were HUGE, and EVERYWHERE and really, really helped. Here are a few of my favorite. They are creative, cute, and different! Enjoy!

 

I don’t remember this one — and not my favorite sign — but still a good one.

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Suzie Kondi Socks

I love Suzie Kondi — both the person and the brand. And everything she sells is perfection — not just her sweats or her sweaters (I am obsessed with my new sheer skirt I got from her!) but also her socks. WHO KNEW? She currently does not sell them online (only at her store) but I am telling you all to be on the lookout for these socks online and go to her store to get.

 

The perfect ankle sock to wear with skirts and loafers.

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Currently Loving October 2025

There is so much to love right now — and this is what I am loving!

 

1. Picnics in October

This past weekend felt like summer in the city. 80 degrees in October! I absolutely loved every minute. Toosh and I had a picnic and she did homework and I needlepointed. Loved it.

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Spotify Blend

THIS WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE. If you like to listen to music at home — but you have different music taste than that of your family members or friends, you can blend your music taste and create a playlist that both accounts like. Enter, Spotify Blend. It is simply what you think — a feature that creates a shared, personalized playlist combining the music tastes of you and a friend. Amazing, right? (Apparently, this is an old feature, but I am just now learning about it, and I am so excited that I need to share with you, in case, you, too are old and out of touch).

 

Thank you, Spotify.

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Currently Loving September 2025

Sorry for my absence last week — back in New York, back to school (for both me and the kids!), back to figuring out the schedule and the flow. And hardest part — back to waking up so early! but now, I AM BAAAAACCCCCCKKKKKKKKK. Here is what I am currently loving this month.

 

1. US Open

 

Yes, the US Open just ended yesterday, but it is my favorite two weeks in the city. And my favorite night is always with my favorite lady, Mrs. Mason. This night is hands down, so fun, and now I get to enjoy it with Tusia who LOVES Mrs. Mason, and LOVES tennis.

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Currently Loving August 2025

So basically, my August loves are the same as July’s loves. I mean, same same different. Same type of thing, but different at same time. But in the spirit of sharing (over sharing sometimes, too!), here are my loves for August.

 

1. Fresh Peaches

 

The problem is trying to figure out what to do with all the peaches. We had a bake off and had three different types of desserts with peaches — so delicious.

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Basket Weaving Classes

Last summer, my mom got me interested in making baskets — it was a great creative outlet that was different than needlepointing (which I do all the time). I took a 9 month sabbatical from making baskets (I.e. the school year), but this summer, once again, I have found myself interested in making baskets. I LOVE IT. It is so fun, different, challenging, and you get a pretty basket at the end. The best place to get all the kits / equipment / videos is Flax and Twine — this online store is amazing and beautiful, and I love everything they sell. In the past two weeks, I have made two different baskets.

 

Jessie Twined Rope Bowl

 

It is WAY more complicated than you think it is. And takes a lot of patience.

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Mango Sorbet

I might as well make this a baking blog now because that is all I have been wanting to post about recently! HA! I am the worst cook, but I love baking and experimenting in the kitchen. Recently, we made mango sorbet AND mango ice cream in a bake off — and hands down, the winner was the mango sorbet.  So if you feel like making something SUPER easy, delicious, and refreshing, make this!

 

First, you peel the mangos (make sure they are good ones — it makes all the difference). Then, you blend them with water, a little sugar, some lime juice, and THAT IS IT!

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Flabelus Mary Janes

Last month when I was in Paris, we had the privilege of bringing a good friend of Tusia’s with us. It was so much fun to explore Paris together and to share with her all our beloved spots. As a thank you, the friend’s mom bought us each Mary Janes from Flabelus — a European brand of shoes that is SUUUUUUPER popular with a million colors, styles, and a great price point. It was so much fun shopping the three of us to each pick out a shoe. As the mom told us, she wanted us to each pick out the shoe that best represented our personality. It was great fun to pick out the shoe all together — and a great souvenir of the trip. Thank you, Alice!

 

The shop is beautiful — so many colors, so many styles, loved them all.

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The Row Dupe Flip Flops

OK, designer dupe for the win! I love love The Row red flip flops, but when I checked the price, I immediately knew that there was no way in h-e-double-l-l that I would ever purchase them. So when I came across an Amazon identical copy of the flip flop, I knew I needed to get it. And I am so happy that I did. This flip flop is everything and more. Surpasses my expectations and love of the flip flop that I was expecting. Ever since they arrived, it is the only shoe that I can put on. So yes, summer is halfway over (omg, don’t make me start sobbing), but you need this flip flop dupe now. Promise you.

 

Inspiration. minus the price tag (who in the right mind would buy this).

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Janessa Leon Bucket Hat

As it is summer time, and I love being outdoors, I am constantly searching for new hats. When I came across the Janessa Leon Bucket hat that was easy to travel with, I immediately bought it. It is super packable, light, easy, and has a super wide brim to protect your face. Although my kids say I look like a light bulb, I LOVE IT.

 

You need to size up — I am wearing a medium and it is snug.

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Currently Loving June 2025

BLINK and here we are in June. In disbelief at how time flies, floats, and passes. So here is what I am loving right now.

 

1. My Boy Home

 

My boy is back from boarding school and I couldn’t be happier to have him home. And with me. And in my arms. He had the best year and I am forever grateful for this experience at his new school, but man, I have missed him. And so happy to be reunited.

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The Comfy

We were given the BEST gift over the weekend — and so of course, I have to share with you. The Comfy! It is a blanket in a hoodie! It is warm, comfy (duh) and the best. Even as summer approaches (yes, we are past Memorial Day, but it isn’t summer yet!), this comfy is the best and will be worn all the time!

 

The Comfy — comes in a million colors.

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