Carlton Hair International: At Main Place Mall, Santa Ana, CA
This is where I get my hair cut (and funky colored) after donating it for Locks of Love.   Last time I was there I had Kara Palacios, whom I highly recommend.

The Cat Care Clinic: Orange, CA
Where I take my feline babies for their medical exams and check-ups.

Chick-Fil-A: Good chicken, but I’m addicted to the sweat tea!

Child’s Play: A video game industry charity dedicated to improving the lives of hospitalized children with toys and games.

The Creek Preschool: Orange, CA
Excellent preschool for children 2.5 -Kindergarten age.

Fuji Grill: Orange, CA
A favorite place to pick up dinner after a park shoot, my husband and I love the steak and chicken bowl.

Giggles & Hugs: Los Angeles, CA
An excellent place for toddler birthday parties up to age 3 or 4.

Golden State Humane Society: Garden Grove, CA
Excellent place to get your animals spayed/neutered, and they have very reasonable rates. They also do vaccinations. We had our kittens fixed here.

Happiness Unlimited: Based in Los Angeles, CA
The best place to get characters for your children’s parties. Incredibly awesome Power Ranger, and their Ariel is superb.

KYST by Everlee:
A personal journey by Everlee and her family after learning that she would be born with spina bifida. Learn about this medical condition that affects 7 out of every 10,000 babies born in the US, purchase a bracelet to help the cause, and be amazed by what this family has done and will continue to do.

Locks of Love: Hair prosthetics for children with permanant hair loss.  This is the organization that I donate my hair to; find out how you too can make a difference by donating your hair.

Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep: A network of volunteer photographers who provide the first, and last, professional portrait services for an infant who will never go home from the hospital.

Olivia’s Dollhouse: Tustin, CA
One of my favorite places for little girl’s birthday parties – dress up like  a princess and have a tea party!

Sushi to Sake Dokoro: Anaheim, CA
A favorite place to get sushi.

Ta-Ke Sushi: Anaheim, CA
A favorite place for take-out/bento sushi

Transformed Bodies: Orange, CA
Personal training and fitness by Kenny Short (who happens to be my brother). He’s very passionate about life-long fitness and helping people reach their goals.

Val Weaver Dance Center: Orange, CA
Classes for children and adults.  You’ll find me tap dancing here.

Waikiki Hawaiian Grill: Orange, CA
Love the Hawaiian BBQ combo with the steamed rice and macaroni salad – one combo plate takes care of both my husband and me for dinner!