HI THERE! MY NAME IS LESLIE

I’m a Southern California blogger with a love for family, delicious food, and our pets that bring a little extra joy to every day. As a mom to a wonderful daughter, I’m navigating the beautiful chaos of family life, while also processing the loss of my mother to brain cancer—a journey that has deeply shaped who I am. My blog is a space where I share the real stuff—those heartwarming moments that make life sweet, alongside the challenges like grief that we all face at some point.

I believe in the power of connection and the healing that comes from sharing our stories. Whether I’m writing about the simple pleasures of a homemade meal, the companionship of a beloved pet, or the ups and downs of family life, I aim to keep things genuine and relatable. On my blog, you’ll find a community where we can celebrate the small victories, support each other through the tough times, and always find something to be grateful for.

So, grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and join me on this journey. Let’s chat, share, and support each other as we embrace the beautiful mess that is life—kids, pets, loss, and all.

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Here I am with my first tricycle - I obviously
had to have a matching outfit for my first ride.
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My mom, my sister, and I circa 1990
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My husband and I on our wedding day in 2017
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Here are my three pups...
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And this is what they normally look like 😂