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Jasmine Tate

My favorite California adventures and things to do in SoCal /  by Jasmine Tate

Four years ago I landed in Los Angeles, California relieved of the job search process and excited to begin my professional career. As a high school student I dreamed of moving to the West Coast, and today that is my reality. Although my journey has not gone according to plan, it has been full of amazing experiences, memories and lessons. As I celebrate my “Caliversary,” I’m sharing some highlights of my time in “SoCal.” Many of them can be added to your to do list for your next trip to the Golden State.

My favorite memories have been during visits from my family, with my cousins here and through fulfilling work experiences at United Way and TGR Foundation. Although I’m not close to seeing or doing everything on my California Bucket List, here are 10 experiences I’ve enjoyed most since my move. Each year after my “Caliversary” I update the list with recent experiences.

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Netflix Now: Eight Netflix Movies I Would Recommend and Watch Again /  by Jasmine Tate

When I transitioned to life as a full-time adult and working professional I had a lot more time on my hands than I had during my years of college and grad school. Although I had heard about Netflix, I didn’t take advantage of the abundance of entertainment until then. In effort to get a good ROI on my $11 monthly investment in the streaming service, I incorporated Movie Mondays into my weekly routine. Because I am a big fan of romantic comedies, action, and suspense films that take me on an emotional rollercoaster and there isn’t a shortage of content, I often struggle to make a decision on movie night. To prevent you from doing the same the next time you sit down to “Netflix and Chill” here are eight titles I would recommend and watch again.

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