As you already know Christmas is just around the corner and that means family get togethers. If you’re like me and you still have no idea what to make for appetizers and dinner, I found some great blogs that show recipes from start to finish.
http://www.adashofsanity.com/2016/11/50-of-the-best-appetizers-for-the-holidays/
http://www.yellowblissroad.com/festive-christmas-appetizers-sides/
http://www.kleinworthco.com/2016/12/best-christmas-dinner-menu-plan.html
As you already know Christmas is just around the corner and Nancy and I thought of
something fun we all can do together in the spirit of the holidays!
There’s an event with free admission coming up on Saturday, December 10th called “Edible
Santa Barbara Pop Up Shop.” Edible Santa Barbara and Telegraph Brewing Company, along
with artisan producers in the Fall Issue Holiday Gift Guide are teaming up to present a one of a
kind holiday shopping experience.
You’ll be able to find something for everyone on your shopping list and enjoy the offerings from Telegraph Brewing Co. and the HEAT Culinary Food Truck.
The event is from 1pm-6pm.
This event sounds like fun and we can have coffee or wine afterwards 🙂
Here’s a peak at some gifts and some of the vendors that will be selling things:
-A Taste of Ojai – Cookbook and Sea Salts by
Private Chef Robin
-Salty Girl Seafood
-Ojai Jelly
-Jilli Vanilli
-Creations 4 Paleo
-Cowboy Ike’s Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Jelly
-Pacific Pickle Works
-Broken Clock Vinegar Works
-Bragg Live Food Products
-Jessica Foster Confections
-Moscow Copper Co
-Los Olivos General Store
-The Santa Barbara Company
-Garibaldi Goods
-Larder Meat Co.
-The Grapeseed Company
The event is taking place at Telegraph Brewing Co. in Santa Barbara.
Please email Nancy if you are interested in attending, we would love it if everyone could make it!
Best,
Nancy & Jessica
I read an article today that I really could relate to, “I’m About to Be An Empty Nester Here’s Why I’m Not Sad.” When you google empty nest right away you’ll see words like cope, sadness and goodbye. I have to search to find articles that are positive about being an “empty nester” and frankly it makes me second guess my feelings sometimes. I have two daughters, one daughter just graduated college and is starting her career and the other is in college, both who I am extremely proud of, but because I know they will always be my daughters I don’t need to read articles on how to cope being an empty nester. I can relate to Judy Walters (the writer of this article) because she was fortunate enough to be a stay at home mom because of her husband, she was able to help with homework and attend the talent shows, plays and fundraisers. My job will never be over as a mom, I’ll never say goodbye it will always be see you later, instead of helping with homework I’ll be just a phone call away to help my daughters get happy after having a rough day at work. So far being in an empty nest for me has allowed me to spend more time with my husband, focus on my career and live a less stressful life. I will always worry about my kid’s but at least now I know they can for the most part take care of themselves. We have started a new chapter, our story as a family is no where near the end.
Here’s the article:
We are meeting for coffee for our first “Empty Nest” get together Tuesday, September 6th at 9 AM at Via Maestra 42 in Santa Barbara.
The purpose of our get together is to meet with other people and exchange interests about life as an empty nester whether you are new to it or have been experiencing it for years.
A great opportunity to meet new people!
Please RSVP to Nancy at (805) 570-1015, or email nancynolanrealtor@gmail.com
We will be hosting another meeting during the evening soon.
I am looking forward to meeting you 🙂
Sincerely,
Nancy Newquist-Nolan
Saying goodbye to my youngest Hanna today before she drove off this morning to college. I just need to remember it’s not goodbye it’s see you soon!
If you are interested in joining a group in Santa Barbara County that talks about what life is like being in an empty nest, call or text Nancy Newquist-Nolan at (805) 570-1015, or email nancynolanrealtor@gmail.com.
“Come enjoy the best latte in town!”
Our first meet and greet at Via Maestra in Santa Barbara!
• A chance to share our experiences and discuss life as an “empty nester”
•Date: September 6th
•Time: 9 A.M.
• Address: 3343 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
If you are interested call or text Nancy Newquist-Nolan at (805) 570-1015, or email nancynolanrealtor@gmail.com to RSVP!
This summer we went up to our family cabin in Lake Tahoe. Usually we have small projects to work on and lot of family time hiking, swimming in the lake, river rafting and just relaxing. This vacation has been a bit different. We were all excited to get to the cabin we also knew there was a deck to rebuild. My husband Keith thought with everyone’s help we can finish in 4 days. Well, we are on day 7 and it is still not complete.
My daughter’s hung in there with Keith hoping each day would bring us closer to completion. We hit snags as we went along and the deck work is now our vacation with very little play time in between.
Today we are sneaking off to the beach for a few hours of swim time, we will return refreshed to work on the deck again.
My daughters have stayed by my husbands side each day tirelessly working with minor complaints. There is a strong bond now with this deck as our summer vacation. It is not the summer vacation we were planning on taking, but the results will be a lifetime memory. Soon my daughters will be off to college and to find work in LA. It was a great 10 days of bonding before they go. Keith and I have been told “We don’t want to build any more decks on vacation”, but I know they are proud of their work!
Even though this week is going to be busy for many people in Santa Barbara because of the annual fun filled Fiesta’s week, I want to encourage Mom’s, Dad’s, Aunt’s, Uncle’s or Grandparent’s in the Santa Barbara County to put in your calendars “Empty Nesters Very First Get Together.” I will be hosting this get together on September 6th at 9 A.M., at Via Maestra in Santa Barbara.
This get together is meant for people who have raised kids or helped raise kids who are either already gone to college, getting ready to leave the house or for people still in the process of getting prepared for this happening one day.
To RSVP call or text Nancy Newquist-Nolan at (805) 570-1015, or email heynancynolan@gmail.com.
There are so many situations a guardian can be in while their child is finally away from home, this group is going to be about sharing stories and asking questions that arise when talking about an “Empty Nest.”
It’s still hard for me to believe my oldest daughter Chandler is now 22 years old because to this day I still see her as my little girl. She was the first out of my kids to leave the nest and the first to leave me with so many questions like: How can I show I’m there for her even if she isn’t living under my roof anymore? What can I do or say to help her get through a difficult roommate situation? After countless other scenarios during Chandler’s four years in college I still don’t believe I’m an expert on being an “Empty Nester,” but day by day as new situations occur I’ve learned to take them in and handle them the best way I can.
There’s so many other questions I have and I believe there’s no better way than to talk to other parents who are going through the same thing. If you are in the Santa Barbara County and you are interested in getting together with other parents who are “Empty Nesters,” I am planning a get together at Via Maestra in Santa Barbara on September 6th, at 9 A.M.
RSVP at: heynancynolan@gmail.com or text or call (805) 570-1015
EMPTY NEST SANTA BARBARA 