Last year, San Diego’s homeless population was estimated at nearly 9,000 people – no small matter. My friend Jacqueline Penhos of Art of Being You came up with a great solution to improve the lives of the local homeless: a monthly event called “Hugs and Bags.” Our team of volunteers, which has grown to include […]
Sara Vaz, one of my dear friends, is the CEO of Clifford Animal Foundation, a new Oceanside non-profit which provides veterinary services to low-income clients through 30 to 50 percent discounts, based on need! Check out this article on Clifford Animal Foundation written by Lisa Lipsey in Rage Magazine San Diego Edition –see page 65. […]
People often speak about food allergies, wanting to lose weight, and other reasons to stay away from ingredients known to cause health problems. Gluten and flours are high on the list of known allergens, along with corn, soy, dairy, nuts, sugar, soy and other ingredients. Luckily, the gluten-free fad has hit restaurants and stores. Trader […]
After months (years?) of anticipation, the beloved Native Foods Cafe that San Diegan vegheads have been feasting at in L.A., Orange County, or Palm Springs, has set up shop in Encinitas, in North County San Diego. The restaurant is in the midst of some wonderful pre-opening events, and a friend and I splurged on starters, […]
ONE IN THREE WOMEN ON THE PLANET WILL BE RAPED OR BEATEN IN HER LIFETIME. ONE BILLION WOMEN VIOLATED IS AN ATROCITY ONE BILLION WOMEN DANCING IS A REVOLUTION On V-Day’s 15th Anniversary, 2.14.13, we are inviting ONE BILLION women and those who love them to WALK OUT, DANCE, RISE UP, and DEMAND an end to […]
One of the best parts of being a blogger is the diversity of foods we are lucky enough to sample. Somehow Hail Merry got in touch, and within a few weeks I was part of the research and development team, munching on delicious macaroons in creative flavors like strawberry almond and caramel sea salt! The […]
My penchant for blogging has not been as strong as a few years ago when I was zipping around to more events, interviewing health and other experts by email and phone, and jazzed about writing regularly. But I want to keep motivating others to eat nutritious meals, interact with new people, and attend some of […]
Paige is passionate about humanitarian causes and empowering people from around the globe. She has worked with local refugee/immigrant and low-income populations and served on the Board of Directors of the San Diego chapter of the United Nations Association. Another longtime interest of hers is promoting a healthy lifestyle and diet. She volunteered with EarthSave International and other health- and environmentally-conscious organizations, and founded a chapter of the Vegetarian Society of Colorado.
Having traveled extensively in South and Central America as well as Mexico, Paige speaks Spanish fluently. She has also ventured through East Africa and Europe, and hopes to motivate people to explore new foods and cultures. Taking photos and art bring her inspiration.
Paige received a B.A. in English: Creative Writing, and her work has appeared in Vision Magazine, VegNews, VegDining.com, and other publications, including some in Spanish. She recently received a certificate in nonprofit management from the University of San Diego.