Staff Appreciation

Birthday: 11/17 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Christmas and spring Favorite flower: Sunflowers Favorite color: Blue of course Hobbies: Hiking, travel, reading, walking, and exercising Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Healthy candles and any essential oils are great Favorite places to shop: TJ Maxx; Trader Joes, and Home Store Favorite places to relax: Beach and patio with a good book or magazine Favorite places to dine: South of Nicks; Maison; Ricardos Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Egg sandwich and plain coffee Favorite lunch and beverage: Chef salad and ice tea Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Nuts and sunflower seeds and dark chocolate Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Flavored fancy coffee Something you can always use more of: Plain ice tea. Healthy snacks. Favorite "thing": LA Chargers! Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: Thank you for doing this!

Birthday: 11/2 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: I love the fall for the beautiful weather and start to the holiday season. Favorite flower: Peony Favorite color: All shades of green Hobbies: Hiking, camping, gardening, cooking, home projects, travel to visit family in Mazatlan and Italy, meals with friends and family Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Love oils, anything to promote calmness and boost the immune system Favorite places to shop: Plant Depot, Target, Anthropologie Favorite places to relax: Beach, mountains, desert Favorite places to dine: Ramos House, Maison, Bagel Shack Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Croissant, whole milk cappuccino Favorite lunch and beverage: Vibe bowl, smoothie Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Chocolate chip cookies Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Hand lotion Something you can always use more of: Homemade gifts/cards from students Favorite "thing": Country- Italy:) Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: Thank you for making us all feel so appreciated 😊

Birthday: 7/18 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: My favorite holiday is Christmas because it’s a time with family, friends and lots of good food! My favorite season/ time of the year is spring and summer because I love the sun, flowers and traveling! Favorite flower: Sunflowers Favorite color: Pastel purple Hobbies: When I stay in, I like watching movies, cooking, and doing indoor workouts. I love working out! I go to F45 but I like trying other workouts like pilates, cycling, yoga, etc. I also like going to the beach, hiking, being in nature. I also love trying new activities like pottery, painting, cooking, etc. I love traveling too! Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I like both but I need a new diffuser for an essential oil. I like any scent that’s fresh EXCEPT vanilla. Favorite places to shop: Nordstrom, Target, Uniqlo Favorite places to relax: The beach, the spa, the park and/ or at the mall Favorite places to dine: My favorite restaurants are Nick’s/ South of Nick’s, Kawamata seafood, Panda Express. I love Asian food (sushi, teriyaki, poke bowls), Mexican food, American food (ribs, bbq, etc), Italian food (pasta, pizza) and I’m a big sweet tooth so I love all dessert! Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Breakfast burrito, waffles, chia pudding, açaí bowl, smoothies, matcha (nut milks or lactose free preferably) Favorite lunch and beverage: Panda Express or In n Out and Dr. Pepper or Coconut water Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Anything with nuts, dark chocolate with nuts, trail mix, chia pudding/ açaí bowl, cheesecake Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Coffee Something you can always use more of: Workout hair ties, headbands, etc. Teaching materials. Gift cards Favorite "thing": I like pop music, reggaeton, etc. for make up, I like Sephora and Ulta. I love Disney! Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I am very appreciative of anything and everything! I love new experiences and new adventures. I have no allergies but I do prefer nut/ lactose free milk.

Birthday: 9/17 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Anytime that I am able to spend time with my boys, especially now that they're grown. Favorite flower: Plumeria Favorite color: Purple Hobbies: When I stay in, I love to read! I love to cozy up with a good book and just enjoy the adventure or knowledge (depending on the book). When I go out, I love to try new restaurants or go for a stroll. Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I love both! For candles I love fruity scents and for essential oils I love soothing and calming scents. Favorite places to shop: Loft, Target, and TJ Maxx Favorite places to relax: I enjoy relaxing outside in my yard, sitting in the shade and reading a book. Or just sitting and taking in the peace found in nature. Favorite places to dine: I love breakfast! I love eating at Snooze A.M., Nick's, and Chaupain Bakery. Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Usually something savory like a breakfast sandwich with something sweet like French toast. And, I love coffee! Favorite lunch and beverage: My favorite lunch always includes French fries. :) And, if I drink something other than water it would be flavored lemonade! Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Anything chocolate :) Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Maybe that I like hot weather since I'm originally from Florida? But, I much prefer milder temperatures. Something you can always use more of: Flair pens, coffee pods, and games for the classroom. Favorite "thing": I love to read mystery novels. Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: No allergies or special considerations. So extremely thoughtful to think of us!

Birthday: 11/12 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Christmas! The birth of Jesus! All the lights & decorations. I also like Fall-the scents, the coziness. Favorite flower: Roses (I'm allergic to almost everything else) Favorite color: Blue (all shades) Hobbies: When I stay in-I like to be in comfy clothes and just lounge. When I go out-eat out, MLB games (I love the Dodgers), long walks. I like to collect crosses from different places. Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I like both. Candles-vanilla, anything as long as its not flowery or musky. Essential oils-peppermint, lemon, orange, on guard, breathe. Favorite places to shop: Marshalls/TJ Max, Loft, Walmart, Target, Hobby Lobby, Amazon Favorite places to relax: Nail Salon-pedicures, Facials Favorite places to dine: Calo, Cheesecake Factory, In-N-Out, Outback Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Oat Milk Matcha Latte with vanilla (hot or iced) (I don't really eat breakfast) Favorite lunch and beverage: Salad, GF Italian sub, sparkling water, coke, Arnold Palmer Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Fruit (berries), Salami, Pepperoni, Dove Dark Chocolate, Peppermint Yorks, JD Flannel GF Donuts, GF Cookies Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Dogs & Cats! I'm a fan of reptiles. Something you can always use more of: Sparkling water Favorite "thing": Dodgers, I like make-up in general and like to try different brands, I like baskets, I like worship music (Phil Wickham, Crowder, Rend Collective, Anne Wilson, For King & Country) Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I have an allergy to monk fruit sweetener, I have a sensitivity to gluten, corn, peanuts, and dairy so I try to not eat it-I only have it on occasion.

Birthday: 4/24 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Spring and Summer I love the warm weather Favorite flower: I love all types of colorful flowers except roses Favorite color: Blue Hobbies: Watch Hallmark channel or Netflix/nature walks/movies Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Candles/light scented Favorite places to shop: Target Favorite places to relax: Listen to music/movie theater/drink tea and watch a good movie with no interruptions Favorite places to dine: Mexican/Chinese/Italian Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Chai Tea, non-fat milk/pumpkin bread or croissant Favorite lunch and beverage: Turkey Sandwich or chicken salad/Mountain Dew Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Bread pudding/Apple or strawberry pie/chocolate dessert Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: ---- Something you can always use more of: ---- Favorite "thing": ---- Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: ----

Birthday: 2/10 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Thanksgiving - Be able to stop and realized how blessed I am. Christmas - Makes me think of home Favorite flower: Roses , but really all of them Favorite color: Red Hobbies: Watch movies, bowling, try new foods and restaurants., gardening and DIY projects and crafts Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Yes love them, bergamot, citrus Favorite places to shop: Marshalls, TJ Maxx, Nordstrom Rack Favorite places to relax: A whole DIY spa treatment at home!! :) Favorite places to dine: Asada Cantina (San Clemente) - Hannah's (RSM) , Wing Stop - Love sea food and trying new food. Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Coffee - French baguette with olive oil and tomato Favorite lunch and beverage: Depends on the mood - Wine/ beer - if not water! Favorite snack/treat/dessert: El Molino chips and guac Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Cars Something you can always use more of: Perfume - DIY spa treatments Favorite "thing": ---- Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: ----

Birthday: 6/26 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Christmas- I love spending time with family. Favorite flower: Roses Favorite color: Teal/ mint green Hobbies: Hiking, walking at the beach, taking workout classes, & cooking Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: n/a Favorite places to shop: Trader Joe’s, Target, Amazon Favorite places to relax: Hawaii (: , the beach Favorite places to dine: Sushi and Mexican food Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Breakfast Burrito with Bacon & Cold Brew Favorite lunch and beverage: Poke & Kombucha or Tepache Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Dark Chocolate with Almonds Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: -- Something you can always use more of: Hats / Sunscreen Favorite "thing": -- Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: --

Birthday: 2/27 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Spring: perfect weather, new life: plants and animals, favorite time to hike, Easter Favorite flower: Daisies / succulents Favorite color: Teal / turquoise blue Hobbies: Hiking! Going to the movies, reading at the beach, trying new restaurants. Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Prefer essential oils over candles (calming, purifying, tropical) Favorite places to shop: Amazon, TJ Maxx, Costco Favorite places to relax: Nail salon, Burke Williams or any spa Favorite places to dine: Cheesecake Factory, Maison Cafe, Giana, Sol Agave Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Egg Bites and Good Earth sweet and spicy tea Favorite lunch and beverage: Yummy salads - sparkling water Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Trail mix / dark chocolate / sugar free treats Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Coffee mugs, Baked goods, candies, sugar and treats (I actually like it too much and need to watch my sugar intake). Something you can always use more of: Hugs and smiles! :) Encouraging words. Favorite "thing": Wonder Woman collectibles! Christian Music, uplifting books, inspirational biographies. Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I love my students! I love RH Dana! I love traveling!

Birthday: 8/14 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Love Halloween decor, love Christmas time season vibes, and Valentine's Day decor Favorite flower: Carnation, Roses, peony (red) Favorite color: Lime green, pink, blue Hobbies: Love to stay in and be cozy! Go to the beach, walking with my dogs, trying new places in OC, going to live comedy shows Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Yes, eucalyptus/mint and citrus smells, fresh cotton, vanilla Favorite places to shop: Amazon, Target, Ralphs, Daiso, Goodwill, Savers Thrift Favorite places to relax: Beach, Nail salon, home, thrifting! Favorite places to dine: Canes, in n out, and Mexican food (esp good taquitos and burritos) Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Bacon Egg Cheese sandwich and cold brew coffee with creamer/ strawberry kiwi Celsius Favorite lunch and beverage: Cheeseburger (no pickle), fries and Dr. Pepper/Squirt Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Doritos, chocolate frosting/glazed donut, banana nut muffins Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Starbucks Something you can always use more of: Celsius, prizes for my prize box, easy snacks to eat in my classroom (for teacher), various holiday themed books, soft blankets (for me at home) Favorite "thing": Hello Kitty, UCLA sports, lip stains, Wine, lined spiral journals and fun writing pens, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I have asthma so sometimes I can be sensitive to some flowers.

Birthday: 10/19 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Fall: I love the colors, and being cozy, Winter: I love Christmas lights, songs, movies, and the decorations Favorite flower: Peony Favorite color: Red Hobbies: Reading, hiking, paddle boarding Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Yes, gardenia, peach, lemon grass Favorite places to shop: Tuvalu, Amazon, Cost Plus Favorite places to relax: Spa, massage, facial, read, going to the beach, go on a walk. Favorite places to dine: Capistrano Winery, Franco's Famous, The Cellar (all San Clemente) Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Coffee with a little cream, egg sandwich with cheese Favorite lunch and beverage: turkey sandwich with lettuce, pickle, and mustard. Seltzer water Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Nuts, melt aways, pretzels Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Cakes or cookies Something you can always use more of: Pretty/fun socks, festive earrings, a massage, nail polish Favorite "thing": I love Tom Petty, I like to read historical fiction Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I like salty snacks and don't really like sweets

Birthday: 3/27 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: I love any holiday that brings my family together. Favorite flower: Any rose with a beautiful smell. Favorite color: Navy blue and light mint green. Hobbies: I love to read books, spend time with my family, and cook. When I go out I love to travel to new coffee shops, try new restaurants, and explore different cultures through learning how to cook them. Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Love citrus candles, but with essential oils I enjoy florals and clean scents. Favorite places to shop: Costco, Amazon, and JC Penney Favorite places to relax: I read and go browse book stores or try new coffee shops. Cooking also helps me to relax at the end of the day. Favorite places to dine: I love Italian and Thai. Favorite restaurants would be Giana’s (Dana Point), any Thai place, and Cheesecake Factory. Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Favorite breakfast is a breakfast burrito either chorizo or sausage. Morning beverage would have to be an iced caramel latte. Favorite lunch and beverage: Food: Chinese Food or a really good salad. Favorite drink is Dr. Pepper. Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Beef Jerky, Cool Ranch Doritos, anything spicy, and stuff with peanut butter. Tres leches or lemon cake are my favorite dessert. Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Wearing shoes… outside of work I mostly use my rainbow sandals. Something you can always use more of: Gift cards to new restaurants I can try. Favorite "thing": I love collecting cookbooks from different cultures around the world. Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: None.

Birthday: 7/5 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Halloween/Summer- the heat ,snow cones, being at the beach Favorite flower: Sunflowers Favorite color: Teal and Black Hobbies: Staying in; Movie Nights with family, building Lego sets with son, Going out; Taco Tuesday or Hibachi nights go to watch a movie or a concert Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Anything citrus; No vanilla Favorite places to shop: TJ Maxx/Home Goods/ Target/ Amazon Favorite places to relax: Backyard in the hammock Favorite places to dine: Truly Pizza, A's, Lupe's Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Breakfast burrito with bacon; Iced Dirty Chai with Oat Milk Favorite lunch and beverage: Some sort of rice bowl with protein and a Dr.Pepper Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Donut, cupcake, gummy candy Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Spicy food Something you can always use more of: Frixon Eraseable pens, Coffee pods and creamer :) Favorite "thing": Disney and Tiki Stuff Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: Dairy-Free, No Seafood

Birthday: 4/12 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Christmas! Decorations, music, food, family time, colder weather, trips! Favorite flower: Sunflower Favorite color: Blue (teal) Hobbies: Reading, exercise, beach, seeing friends! Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Any! Favorite places to shop: Trader Joe’s, Amazon, Nordstrom Favorite places to relax: The beach or by the pool! I like to read or listen to a podcast Favorite places to dine: Coastal Kitchen, Sushi, Craft House Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: London fog tea latte! Favorite lunch and beverage: – Favorite snack/treat/dessert: All sweets! I love candy and chocolate! Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: I would rather have tea than coffee! Something you can always use more of: – Favorite "thing": Country music! Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: –

Birthday: 8/25 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Christmas - family and snow Favorite flower: Gardenia Favorite color: Blue Hobbies: Hiking, tennis, sewing, baking Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Yes, citrus or pine Favorite places to shop: Trader Joe's, Williams Sonoma Favorite places to relax: Beach or cabin, walk, watch movies Favorite places to dine: Italian food or brunch Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Coffee and something sweet Favorite lunch and beverage: Sparkling water & veggie or cheese sandwich Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Oatmeal cookies Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: -- Something you can always use more of: Comfy socks Favorite "thing": -- Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: --

Birthday: 6/26 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Summer- I love the beach, being outside, time with my family. I also enjoy Christmas for all the family time and traditions. Favorite flower: No favorites, I like them all. Favorite color: Aqua Hobbies: When I stay in, I like to read, bake, spend time with my family and Peloton. When I go out, I like to meet friends for lunch, go for walks and the movies. Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I do like candles. I like citrus/tropical scents more than flowery. Favorite places to shop: Costco, Stitch Fix, Gap, Target, Trader Joe's Favorite places to relax: I like to cuddle up with a soft blanket on the couch and watch tv or read a book. I also love sitting at the beach under an umbrella watching the surf. Favorite places to dine: Italian, Mexican, Thai Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Coffee- toasted bagel and jalapeno cream cheese, oatmeal Favorite lunch and beverage: Unsweetened ice tea, veggie sandwich (I am a vegetarian) or a filling salad with lots of fixings Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Chips and guacamole/salsa, cheese and crackers, popcorn, brownies, anything chocolate & peanut butter Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Meat Something you can always use more of: Expo pens, flair pens, fun scratch n sniff stickers, post-it-notes, rewards for my class (candies, small trinkets, fun prizes/incentives that children would like) Favorite "thing": History, going to the movies (any genre- but not scary or horror!!), going to outdoor markets/craft fairs, hanging with friends over dinner, trying new things, going to my children's sporting events! Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: No allergies or special considerations. Thank you for the thoughtful teacher questionnaire.

Birthday: 11/25 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Christmas- I love everything about it! I love the music, cheer, decorating, and being with family. Favorite flower: Orchid Favorite color: Blue Hobbies: I like to read, exercise, and spend time with my family. When I go out I like to hike or dine in a restaurant with friends. I play family games or watch a show when I stay in. Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I like candles that are scented based on the season. Favorite places to shop: Target, Amazon, and Nordstrom Favorite places to relax: My favorite way to relax is to spend a day at the beach. Favorite places to dine: Baja Fish Tacos, Luna Grill, Jizake (Sushi) Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Iced chai latte with a breakfast sandwich Favorite lunch and beverage: Salad and sparkling water Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Dark Chocolate Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Coffee Something you can always use more of: Succulents Favorite "thing": ---- Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: Thank you PTA :)

Birthday: 2/14 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Fall - I love the colors, pumpkins, leaves, thanksgiving, family Favorite flower: Hydrangea, orchids, lavender Favorite color: Purple Hobbies: Paint, draw, and read Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I enjoy both. Lavender, eucalyptus, sage Favorite places to shop: Amazon, Target, Hobby Lobby Favorite places to relax: Beach, Garden, Mountains Favorite places to dine: Maison, Giana Bakery and Provisions, Sol Agave (love food) Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Oat Milk Latte, bagels Favorite lunch and beverage: Salads, mineral water Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Chocolate (dark or milk chocolate) All nuts. Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Candy, donuts, soda Something you can always use more of: Candles, geometry towels, flowers Favorite "thing": Art Supplies, watercolor kits, Paint sets, all things art Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: Grateful for such a loving community.

Sra. Karol wants us to know her favorite things are smiles, especially those from her students and their parents. ☺️We pressed a bit more and learned the below... Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Corn chips and iced tea If you want to get her something she prefers it to be for her classroom/students. She can always use more: Prizes for her student prize box. She suggests asking your student the types of things they would enjoy, but ideas include bouncy balls, fidget toys, the sticky guys go down windows, animal erasers, mochis, wind-up toys, erasable pens, basically anything that makes them smile and is safe.

Birthday: 1/4 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Spring! Favorite flower: Hydrangeas Favorite color: Blue Hobbies: I love to hike, garden, spend time with my family and go out to dinner with my husband Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Essential oils - jasmine! Favorite places to shop: Home Goods, Plant Depot Favorite places to relax: Home or camping. Love to hike and be in nature. Favorite places to dine: Giannas, Asada, Cheesecake Factory Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Chai latte, decaf non-fat Favorite lunch and beverage: Board and Brew chicken club sandwich, or Bagel Shack hot ham and cheese sandwich Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Nothing Bunt Cakes, home made chocolate chip cookies Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Mugs Something you can always use more of: plants and flowers! Favorite "thing": --- Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I love chocolate but I prefer it dark and with no nuts

Birthday: 6/16 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: I like them all because it's all about family and getting together. Favorite flower: Gardenia Favorite color: Green Hobbies: Hanging with the family. Going to the movies (The Avengers). Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I like Eucalyptus and ocean scents. Favorite places to shop: Ross, Marshalls, and Walmart Favorite places to relax: The beach, my bedroom, and under trees. Favorite places to dine: Kamea Poke, Ricardo's, and Poke,Ramen, Sushi restaurant in San Juan Capistrano Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Bagel, 1% milk Favorite lunch and beverage: Sandwiches and La Croix Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Mango/chips/ oatmeal cookies Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Spicy foods Something you can always use more of: Board games Favorite "thing": Love the Rams/ Kelly Clarkson/Korean movie series/parent or housekeeping magazines Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: No allergies/Love working with children

Birthday: 2/20 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Thanksgiving-focus on gratitude, family Favorite flower: wild flowers ALL colors Favorite color: red and purple Hobbies: reading, exercising, helping others Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: YES, peppermint and lavender Favorite places to shop: Nordstrom, Home goods/TJ Maxx, Starbucks Favorite places to relax: Beach Favorite places to dine: Chart House, In and Out, Nicks, Fishermans Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Black coffee, Nitro coffee, eggs Favorite lunch and beverage: Ice tea and salad with chicken or protein Favorite snack/treat/dessert: nuts, dark chocolate Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Coffee cups (I have too many) Something you can always use more of: Starbucks gift cards Favorite "thing": Anything beach related! I want to start collecting whales!! I also love Koala bears! Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: THANK YOU!!

Birthday: 12/17 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Christmas! I love when my whole family is together at my house for a month long vacation from all over the US. We eat, cook together, play games, decorate the house and bake yummy Italian cookies and of course be merry!!! Favorite flower: Peonies & Lilacs (east coast) flowers. But love all kinds of flowers! Favorite color: Purple Hobbies: I love to cook, bake, watch movies, read and hang out with my family. When I go out, I love to shop, go see a movie, try a different restaurant, hike and see new areas in California. Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Candles. I love vanilla, cinnamon, floral scents Favorite places to shop: Homegoods, T.J. Maxx, & Marshall's Favorite places to relax: I love to go to a spa, or a long walk. I especially love the beach and the harbor too. Favorite places to dine: South of Nicks, Casanova's & The Cellar Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Avocado Toast with a fried egg on top, and any type of coffee, with cream, no sugar. Favorite lunch and beverage: I love salads, all kinds. Iced coffee. Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Anything chocolate! Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: I can't think of anything really. Something you can always use more of: Hand cream or moisturizer. Favorite "thing": I love Boston Sports Teams. I love new cookbooks and accessories to bake and cook with. Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I have no allergies and I love everything.

Birthday: 2/3 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Christmas time is my favorite. I love the festive feel, the decorations, and the time with loved ones. Favorite flower: Peonies Favorite color: Purple and Green Hobbies: Movies, hiking, singing, antiquing, building things, and traveling. Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I love soy candles. Favorite scents: lavender, orange, eucalyptus, floral, and ocean scents. Essential oils. Gardenia, lavender, lemon, peppermint, ylang-ylang. Favorite places to shop: Amazon, Target, Wayfair, and Trader Joe's. Favorite places to relax: My backyard and my living room. I like to read or watch movies when I relax. Favorite places to dine: Gianna's, Italian restaurants, Mexican restaurants. Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Eggs, coffee Favorite lunch and beverage: Water/tea, salads Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Cheese and crackers, small chocolates, ice cream. Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Coffee mugs :) Something you can always use more of: Travel coffee mugs Favorite "thing": I love traveling. I'm a newlywed, so we are always dreaming of places to travel to together. Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I'm also a mom and love anything pampering :)

Birthday: 3/31 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Autumn! The scents, the colors, the changing leaves, the chill in the air, the sweaters, and the anticipation of the holidays. Favorite flower: Peonies Favorite color: All shades of green and turquoise Hobbies: I love listening to music, relaxing at the beach, eating out at restaurants with friends, exercising, and (surprise) reading books!! Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I love spicy fall scents, as well as fresh or citrus scents like eucalyptus and grapefruit! I don't always love coconut/tropical or lavender or scents that are overly sweet...they made me sick when I was pregnant! Lol. ;) Favorite places to shop: Target, Trader Joe's, Anthropologie, Nordstrom, Vuori, Amazon, Costco Favorite places to relax: I love to relax at the beach in the sun or being cozy at home watching a show or reading a book. I also love a good massage or pedicure. Favorite places to dine: Giana, Coastal Kitchen, South of Nick's, Vibe, Ahba, Baja Fish Tacos Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Anything savory with eggs and veggies and avocado, and a latte with coconut milk and a little vanilla Favorite lunch and beverage: Any kind of salad or bowl, and an iced tea or dirty chai Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Anything with dark chocolate and nuts or a home-baked chocolate chip cookie Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Milk chocolate and hard, gummy, or chewy candy Something you can always use more of: Hours in the day! ;) Favorite "thing": I just love Dana Point! I love our school, this community, the harbor and ocean vistas, the restaurants and shopping options, the weather, the proximity to so many other great coastal towns and So Cal features...I could go on! I am so grateful to live here. Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I absolutely love working here in our library! It brings me so much joy to have any part in helping to foster a love of books and reading in our RH Dana kiddos.

Birthday: 6/22 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: I love all the Holidays, decorating, sharing time with family and friends Favorite flower: Peonies Favorite color: I like all bright colors Hobbies: Dirt bike riding and camping.....When i stay in I like to read and bake Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I love candles....Musk smells or Ocean smells Favorite places to shop: Amazon, Nordstrom Rack, Sephora Favorite places to relax: Sit by a fire, Go to the beach, Get a massage/facial Favorite places to dine: Capistrano winery, Gemmell's, Gianna's Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Eggs Benedict, Ice Mocha Favorite lunch and beverage: Any salad (no blue cheese) Diet Coke Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Dried fruit, gummy candies, salted nuts Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: People think that I'm a hugger, but I am not. Something you can always use more of: Candles Favorite "thing": I love 80's music and old country, I love the hallmark channel Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I don't have allergies but I don't like dark chocolate and I love cucumbers

Birthday: 2/29 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Spring! I love to hear the birds singing in the morning Favorite flower: Hydrangea Favorite color: Blue Hobbies: Anything active! Training for half marathons, hiking, surfing, paddleboarding, swimming, etc. Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Yes! Anything that isn't sweet. Favorite places to shop: Abercrombie, Gap, Nordstrom Favorite places to relax: Home, beach, baking, cooking Favorite places to dine: Tutor and Spunky's Deli Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Anything gluten free/dairy free. Iced Americano Favorite lunch and beverage: Turkey sandwich: GF bread toasted, turkey, lettuce, avocado, black olives Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Macro Bars (any flavor without peanut butter) Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: Something you can always use more of: Favorite "thing": Chicago Bears/Chicago Cubs Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: No allergies. Thank you!!

Birthday: 5/18 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: My favorite seasons are summer and fall! I love to to go to the beach and spend time outdoors in summer. I also like to get cozy, bake and watch movies in the fall! Favorite flower: Lily Favorite color: Purple Hobbies: I love to read, do spin classes, baking, and go on beach walks Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: I love candles! I like pumpkin, floral, sandalwood, santal scents Favorite places to shop: Target, Homegoods, Trader Joes, Marshalls, TJ Max, Amazon Favorite places to relax: I love to go to the beach and the spa Favorite places to dine: Chipotle, In n out, Truly Pizza, Board and Brew, Cava Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Yogurt and fresh fruit or a bagel and cream cheese. To drink I like a iced vanilla chai! Favorite lunch and beverage: Chicken Caesar wrap from Board and Brew and a Doc Pop Poppi Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Donuts, Brownies, anything milk chocolate, Siete Chips, Lesser Evil Popcorn Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: I do not like coffee! However, I enjoy an iced vanilla chai :) Something you can always use more of: I can always use more self care items (candles, face masks, sanitizer) Favorite "thing": I love Taylor Swift! Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: I do not have any allergies or special considerations! These were some amazing questions, thank you so much!

Birthday: 2/12 Favorite holiday/season/time of year: Thanksgiving--love the food and family gathering! Favorite flower: Sunflower Favorite color: Royal blue & Turquoise Hobbies: Love to cook & bake when indoors. Camping when outdoors! Candles or essential oils? Favorite scents: Candles! Anything fresh scented or fruity, sweet scents. Favorite places to shop: Marshalls, Ulta, Macy's Favorite places to relax: Watch movies with my daughter. Favorite places to dine: Texas Roadhouse, Ballpark Pizza, Outback Steakhouse--love Italian food & steaks! Favorite breakfast and morning beverage: Not really a breakfast person. Coffee with a pastry is fine. Favorite lunch and beverage: Salad & iced tea Favorite snack/treat/dessert: Trail mix, cheese & crackers, fruit Something people assume you like, but you secretly don't: If I tell you, it wouldn't be a secret! LOL Something you can always use more of: Earrings... not really sure, a girl can never have enough of anything! Favorite "thing": Love, love the DODGERS!!! Baseball is #1 favorite sport, followed by football (RAMS!) Anything else we should know? Allergies or special considerations?: No allergies. Thank you!!