My Favorite Desert Getaway!

Every summer I look forward to spending some time at La Quinta Resort and Spa.

http://www.laquintaresort.com/

It’s become our family tradition.  I love Palm Springs in the summer when the temperature is above 100°F.  For some reason La Quinta isn’t very busy during this time, and this makes for an even better getaway for us.  La Quinta Resort and Spa is set on 45 lush acres of gardens and pathways.  It is located at the foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains.  Nothing feels better than spending the day in any of the 41 pools.  La Quinta Resort and Spa is also very family and dog friendly.

Here are two all-natural home remedies for a radiant desert complexion that are easy to make, and will work wonders on your sun-drenched skin.

Energizing Masque

1 tsp. honey

1/2  tsp olive oil

one egg, beaten

A few drops, rose water

 Mix.  Smooth onto your face for five to ten minutes. Rinse off with lukewarm water.  Apply twice a week.  This exercises the face because it

stimulates blood circulation to the surface of the skin; and nourishes and oxygenates your complexion.

Desert Moisturizer

1 tsp. avocado oil

1 tsp. lemon juice

 Mix.  Apply to your face day and/or night as a moisturizer.

Before checking into La Quinta we stopped at Trader Joe’s and stocked up on some food for daytime snacking.  Once I get into the pool I’m there to stay for the day!  The Trader Joe’s is located at:

46400 Washington St.

La Quinta, CA 92253

http://www.traderjoes.com/stores?q=92253

There are a lot of places to eat and drink in and around Palm Springs.  Since we travel with our dog and eating on a restaurant patio with temperatures exceeding 100° isn’t an option, our desert getaway always includes taking out for dinner. 

Our take out favorites are Fisherman’s Market and Grill.  Our favorite is their Halibut Fish and Chips.

https://www.fishermans.com/locations.php?id=2

We also take out from City Wok in Palm Desert.

http://www.citywok.com/Locations

 

We never leave home without our Chloe and San Pellegrino!

Chloe loved her giant sized water bowl.


La Quinta's landscaping varies from lush gardens to desertscapes.

                               
               
                                Chloe loved going out for walks around La Quinta's many paths.

Picked up an apple for Chloe at the Lobby.  

             La Quinta is a beautiful property that echoes the 1920's Spanish Hacienda style.

                                        I love the many happy Palm Tress at La Quinta.

When the temperature is over 100°, nothing feels better than being in a refreshing pool.

I loved having the pool all to myself!

After three days of paradise, even Chloe was sad to leave.  See you soon La Quinta!

La Quinta Resort and Spa gives me all the variety I need for a desert getaway 

with my family and dog!  

A Witch's House in Beverly Hills!

There are many perks of being a teacher, and one of them is having a substantial amount of time off during the summer. The question is, “What will you do on your summer vacation?” My family and I decided against taking a holiday that involved boarding a plane, so whatever we do or wherever we go, it is going to be local, or within the borders of our beautiful state, California. There are so many lists available on the internet with ideas of things to do in and around Los Angeles, so I did some research and made my own summer of 2015 bucket list of things to see and do.

1. Visit the Spadena House √

Today we took a walk in Beverly Hills, yes, zip code 90210 to visit the Spadena House, on 516 Walden Dr. This quirky crib is only 4 miles away from my home. I had no idea it existed and I am thrilled I got a chance to see it today. For more information on it’s history visit:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spadena_House

This house is also called the Witch’s House, since it resembles something witches from Disney movies would live in. The property features a picket fence, which consists of warped, wooden slabs, and window shutters jutting out in odd angels. The landscape is purposefully bizarre, complete with twisted trees and gnarled shrubs. Their is even a wooden bridge crossing a moat, and a sign hanging from a lantern that reads: “Witch’s Landing.” The property is truly magical. The details on the entire house are awesome, from the droopy roof to the signs posted around the property. There are also fake crows out on the yard to add to the creepy-ness. It’s hard to believe this place actually exists on a street lined with mansions. This house seriously belongs in Disneyland. A visit to the Witch’s House on Halloween would certainly be interesting!

Put some variety into your life and go and visit The Witch's House, 

but remember not to eat the berries.