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Lifestyle celebrates the everyday experiences that make life more interesting. Explore food, home and garden, family, seasonal ideas, entertaining, personal finance, and the little things that shape how we live. From practical tips to California-inspired ideas, Savvy Cali Girl shares approachable ways to enjoy everyday life.

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Breaking the Taboo: Exploring the Joyous Side of Day of the Dead
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author October 30, 2023September 13, 2026

Explore the Day of the Dead Mexican traditions that are truly festive with joyous music and beautiful decorations centered on family.

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Teens Heading Back To School? Success Tips For Both Teen and Parents
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author September 11, 2021September 6, 2026

Teens heading back to school? Parenting a teen is tough under normal circumstances but there are added challenges. Learn how we succeeded.

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Unique Ideas To Make Gifting Easier This Year
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author November 30, 2020September 6, 2026

Gifting isn’t easy and if you struggle with what to give someone, we hope this post will point you in a direction that inspires you. After all, some thought coupled with inspiration may result in something really terrific at that next get-together or make you a birthday super hero this year! Featured Photo by Olya…

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Simple and Practical Budgeting To Reduce Expenses
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author August 21, 2020September 6, 2026

Saving money and budgeting tips that are both practical and simple. Address bills, meals and planning both long and short term.

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What You Need To Know About Southern California Living
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author August 11, 2020September 6, 2026

Living in Southern California is all about comfort & outdoor living. Explore regions & cuisine easily. Enjoy a temperate climate & great neighborhoods.

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Your Backyard Garden Sanctuary Can Be Effortless
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author July 23, 2020September 6, 2026

Backyard garden tips and tricks with succulents, vegetable gardens & flowering plants. Easy ways to start your own backyard sanctuary.

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How To Meal Plan, Shop, and Make Your Groceries Last a Full Week!
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author April 6, 2020September 6, 2026

How to meal plan for the right amount of food, keep your shopping trips to a minimum, and make your groceries last a full week.

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3 Tasty California Food Trends You Need To Know About
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author March 19, 2020September 6, 2026

3 popular California food trends o experience now. Get healthy recipes, ideas, and substitutions that will inspire your culinary creativity!

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Grilling California Style: Fresh and Super Creative
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author March 12, 2020September 6, 2026

Grilling with California style is fresh and super creative. 8 easy healthy grilling recipes that will be the star of your California summer.

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How to Decide if Cal Poly, SLO is the Right School for You
BySavvy Cali Girl Contributing Author March 2, 2020September 6, 2026

Accepted to Cal Poly? What now? Get the scoop on what life is ACTUALLY like at Cal Poly and plan your visit with our two day itinerary.

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