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I'm a 2nd-generation Silicon Valley native living the good life (on less).

In January 2021, I began managing a vacation rental in Arnold, a town in the Sierras that is the closest snow to the Bay Area, 2.5 hours and 145 miles away.

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The Good Life (on less)
Be: Home
Apr 4

Apr 4 Be: Home

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How to find rental deals. (They're out there.)

Go: Chesa Madrisa
Mar 30

Mar 30 Go: Chesa Madrisa

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A special deal at a Swiss chalet three hours from Silicon Valley.

Make: White Bean & Sausage Stew
Mar 13

Mar 13 Make: White Bean & Sausage Stew

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A hearty soup perfectly suited for blustery days.

Go: Ridge Vineyards
Mar 7

Mar 7 Go: Ridge Vineyards

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A world-class winery sits atop Santa Clara Valley and many people have no idea it's here.

Go: to the SNOW
Mar 1

Mar 1 Go: to the SNOW

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Three places to enjoy the snow without breaking the bank.

Go: Nike Factory Store
Feb 21

Feb 21 Go: Nike Factory Store

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If you want to score the best deals, this is a must-read before shopping.

Go: Float
Feb 15

Feb 15 Go: Float

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Simply SV experiences flotation therapy at a spa in Saratoga Village.

Go: Mendocino Farms
Feb 12

Feb 12 Go: Mendocino Farms

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A visit to Mendocino Farm's first NorCal location.

Go: Hike
Feb 7

Feb 7 Go: Hike

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Seven favorite local hikes. Get your hike on before the green dries to golden.

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We had a grand Father’s Day weekend in the Sierras! I’m thankful for the father of my children, who fathers like a boss. I’m thankful for my fathers, who love me with faithfulness and sincerity. I’m most thankful for my Heaven
Today my boys got their summer haircuts and they are lookin’ fine! We tried the barber shop in our neighborhood for the first time, Barba & Co. Hudson’s friend’s dad owns the shop and it’s awesome—feels like a step b
 

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