Cascia Smith
Cascia was born and raised in the Arizona heat. While receiving her Pre-Med degree at HIU in California, a blonde, surfing, skateboarding boy stole her heart. In 2004, she married Chuck and had many adventures living in Arizona, California and Colorado. They now call Simi Valley home and have three wild and curious children - Becker (10), Bodie (7) and Lyla (6). She has been blessed to be a teacher, summer camp staff/program director, SAHM and now the owner of Ventura County Mom Collective. Playing guitar, writing songs, and reading any and every parenting book helps keep her sane and happy! A good cup of coffee or a bubbly La Croix can usually be found in her hand! She tries to live by the motto "I'd rather recover from failure than live with regret.
Easter Egg Hunts + Easter Events | Ventura County 2024
Spring is in the air! Kids are getting excited about Easter baskets, Easter egg hunts, the Easter Bunny and of course CANDY! We have gathered all the Easter Egg Hunts and Events happening in...
Intimate Valentine Dates Right at Home
What a year it has been! I don’t know about you, but I could use some romance and intimacy this Valentine’s Day. So, let’s not stress about the coveted restaurant reservations or the overrated...
I’m Pass “The Poop Counting” Stage
A strange thought occurred to me today. A thought only a mom would have..."I no longer count poop days." As I yelled down the hallway at one of my children to let their brother...
Sledding, Tubing and Snow Play Just Hours from Ventura County
Sledding, Tubing + Snow Play Just Hours From Ventura County
Looking to take the family sledding, tubing or just play in the snow this year? Snow is a very rare occurrence here! Some children don't...
My Kids Only Wear Name-Brand Clothing
Whoa! Before you send me a message about how snobby or silly that sounds that my kids only wear name-brand clothing, let me explain.
Target + Walmart
Until just a few years ago, Target and Walmart...
New Year’s Eve Events for KIDS + ADULTS :: Ventura County 2023
2023 is coming to a close and there is no better time to celebrate the end of the year! If you are looking to make new memories with your family celebrating New Year's Eve...
Family Holiday & Christmas Movies {+ FREE Printables}
When the weather outside is frightful, a movie sounds so delightful! From animated to comedy to classic, check this list twice for our top, holiday movies.
There’s a lot of hustle and bustle, and this...
Experience Gift Idea: Sunburst Railbike Certificate
I am a gift giver! I love finding special and unique gifts for the people in my life. I enjoy watching the joy and surprise as they open that carefully selected gift. In the...
Ultimate Guide to Holiday & Christmas Events | Ventura County 2023
Happy HOLIDAYS!
‘Tis the season for Holiday and Christmas Fun in Ventura County!
The holiday magic in and around Ventura County is one of our favorite things about where we call home! From holiday festivals to...
Photos with SANTA & Where to See Santa | Ventura County 2023
Have you heard? Santa is coming to Ventura County! No holiday season is complete without a visit to the man in red! Grab those wish lists and visit Santa. We’ve rounded up all the...