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Pink Thing of The Day: Hello Kitty Poncho in Old Town San Diego

hello kitty poncho photo by gail worley
Photo By Gail

When you think of Old Town, San Diego, chances are your mind goes to adobe buildings, rustic wooden signs, authentic Mexican food, and the kind of historical charm that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back into the 1800s. But as I discovered on my recent visit, history and pop culture sometimes collide in the most delightful ways.

Case in point: tucked inside one of the colorful shops, hanging alongside traditional woven blankets and embroidered dresses, was a bright Mexican poncho emblazoned with likenesses of Hello Kitty. Yes, Sanrio’s beloved pink-bowed feline has made her way into traditional fashion! Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Hello Kitty Poncho in Old Town San Diego

Sustainable Interior Design: Eco-Friendly Practices for Modern Spaces

house plant and decoration on side table
Photo by Valeriya Kobzar on Pexels.com

Modern spaces have become more compact than ever before. People are increasingly shifting towards smaller living spaces with eco-friendly designs and themes. Interior designers can suggest different ways to incorporate such technologies into a living space. In San Diego, custom home builders offer many eco-friendly solutions that can be incorporated into modern spaces.

The importance of design has become increasingly evident in the development of contemporary living spaces as people become more environmentally conscious and strive to integrate eco-friendly practices into their homes. This article delves into the core principles of design and provides practical advice for those interested in making their living spaces more environmentally friendly and efficient.
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Marvel Reveals the All-New Spider Girl at San Diego Comic Con

spider boy variant cover Spiderboy #12 Variant Cover By Paco Media (All Images of Courtesy of Marvel)

Last year, Spider-Boy’s startling debut took the comic book industry by storm—selling out multiple printings that led to his own smash-hit solo series! Just announced at the Diamond Retailer Lunch at San Diego Comic-Con, comic book powerhouse and Spidey legend Dan Slott is at it again with the introduction of an all-new Spider Girl this October!
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Pink Thing of The Day: Pink Cowboy Hats

Pink Cowboy Hats
Photos By Gail

Part Western Headwear; part Pageant Crown, these fabulous Pink Cowboy Hats were spotted in one of the many fantastic souvenir shops located in Old Town San Diego, while I was on holiday in California last December (2018). I have no idea why it took me six months to make them a Pink Thing of The Week. As you can see, they are more than deserving of the honor.

Pink Cowboy Hats

Christmas Tree Chinese Lantern!

Christmas Tree Chinese Lantern
Photos By Gail

Last December, when I was celebrating my annual Christmas in California extravaganza, I spent a few days in San Diego visiting friends. While there, I had the opportunity to make merry at one of those oversize-Chinese Lantern Festival exhibits that pop up in stadium parking lots around the country at this time of year, and it was just amazing!
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