brandykane
I am a native San Diegan and my husband Ryan and I have been married for 8 1/2 years and have 5 fascinating kids ages 16, 7, 5, 3, and 1 and a half. We also have a super chill turtle named Lisa and a very cool kitty named Cooper. I am a stay at home mom but also work part time as a seasonal employee for Proflowers, am a freelance makeup artist, volunteer as a very active member of the Mountain Empire High School Booster Club where our oldest child attends school, am a volunteer speaker with the Center for Community Solutions and I serve as a makeup artist and hair braider with the Inner Beauty Ministry team at our church The Rock Church East County. I am also a former Mrs. California-America 2004 and still enjoy compete in local and state pageants. In my down time I LOVE catching up on sleep lol, window shopping, wine tasting, coffee, good movies, cooking/baking, dates with my hubby and hanging out with good friends.
Simple Summer Fashion
Summer 2020 is here and Summer fashions are in full bloom! While many people are still opting to lay low at home, others are re-emerging and enjoying the warm weather. Lots of vibrant hues...
Indulging in Self Care Under Quarantine
We all know self care is important, but while in quarantine and with kids home right now, it can be tricky. Resources are limited and quiet moments at home are far and few between,...
Embracing Grace When Everything Is Out of Control
As a mom to six kids and always on the go, I have to stay organized and rely on schedules. This is key in making sure each day runs fairly smoothly for our large...
The Freedom In Saying “NO”
It was early December 2017 when I fell asleep while driving home after working the graveyard shift. My car veered off the road, rolled over twice and landed upright, leaving me an unconscious and...
New Year, New You: Makeup Trends and Skincare Products for 2020
For all the beauty enthusiasts out there, the new year has kicked off in high gear with colorful, stunning, and bold makeup trends for 2020. Looking great doesn't have to cost a fortune or...
Holiday Party 2019: What to Wear!
Yes ladies and gents, it's that time of year when the holidays have once again snuck up on us. It also means Christmas and New Years parties, office holiday parties, school performances at our...
Holiday Party “What to Wear” Guide
It's officially the holiday season, and that means a calendar booked full of office parties, school Christmas programs, soirees with friends, and family gatherings.
Sure, a little black dress is always an easy go-to for...
Holiday Hair and Makeup Guide
The holiday season is officially here, parties and events are in full swing, and it's that time of year to step out in style with a bold, beautiful, or even fun look. Whether you're...
The Unspirited Side of Spirit Week
Ah, Fall has arrived. And with the Autumn months also comes good ole Spirit Week for the month of October at my kids school. Now don't get me wrong, I love their school, the...
The No Dating Rule: Why we’ve asked our teenage son to wait
My husband and I tend to catch a lot of grief and strange stares from others about our decision to not allow our 16-year-old to date until the age of 18. We've even had...
Fun and Easy Back-to-School Hairstyles for Girls
We have three little girls with very thick, long and curly hair. When we had our first daughter seven years ago I realized I needed to learn how to braid hair--and fast. Our oldest...
Get Your Glow On: How to Have a Beautiful Summer Glow
Summer and Winter are two of my favorite times of the year for bronzer and adding a little extra color to the face.
A friend of mine recently asked me: "How do I wear bronzer?"...
In + Around San Diego
Top 5 Reasons New & Expecting Moms Should Attend BLOOM on...
We are SO excited for our annual BLOOM event on Saturday, April 20th from 10am-2pm at Joya Kitchen. Bloom is designed specifically for new...
