We were one hour from home, driving out of Imperial valley and about to climb the San Diego mountains. I was exhausted from working in the heat of Arizona for a few weeks building fences, fighting dehydration, and working my body to its limits. I notice an incoming call from my buddy John who lives…
As parents, we aim to guide our children in learning about love, empathy, and friendship. On July 30, we celebrate the International Day of Friendship — a day dedicated to fostering friendships and understanding between people, cultures, and countries. In honor of this special day, let’s explore some fun and engaging ways to introduce your…
Did you know there was such a thing as Parents’ Day? Let’s be honest, when you’re a parent, it’s difficult to feel like any day is truly about you. We give every waking moment of our lives (and probably many of our sleeping moments too) to our children. And though none of us would say…
Summer is finally here, and it’s time for sun-soaked adventures and quality family time outdoors! As parents, we want to ensure our little ones have a blast while staying safe during this exciting season. So, let’s dive into some essential tips and ideas to make the most of summer fun while keeping our kids safe. …
We believe that it is our responsibility to care for the earth so that it can meet the needs of today’s generation and those to come. To do this, we are measuring, managing, and reducing our environmental impacts throughout our entire company. Like parenting, we are constantly learning and doing our best to put these…
Yes, you can baby wear if you’re not Black. Black Babywearing Week is upon us and I wanted to write a blog about a much heated topic of cultural appropriation. I know that the default when we hear this term can be defensiveness or guilt, but I want to help you through those feelings. I…
As Broadway performers, husbands, and dads, Bret Shuford and Stephen Hanna have experienced many of life’s highs and lows. Which is why every June they find it important as members of the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate Pride Month. For some people they only see rainbows in June, but Pride Month is a time to celebrate…
In 2011 I opened a brick and mortar clothing store, Aloha Beach Club, with one of my best friends. From our flagship store in North Park, San Diego just outside downtown, we eventually expanded to locations in Kailua and Waikiki. Work travel became an exciting reality for me and my family. From opening these stores…
As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, we find ourselves making plans to soak up the sun and enjoy all of the fun that summer has to offer. As you prepare to make plans for fun summer outings with your little ones, you will want to take some time to intentionally pack…
My 6-year-old daughter just told me “you can’t just be on your phone when your kids want to play with you”. I really took this to heart. Being a contractor means talking to 20 + potential clients at the same time – putting in bids, dealing with the dynamics of people everyday. I try and…