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![]() The NightowlHey hey hey! Yes, it's 11pm on a Wednesday, folks... but here I am with a tall cup of espresso in hand. And just so you know, that's soy milk I've added to my java - I'm a practicing vegan, so... ![]() ConchitaI am so glad you decided to visit. I am a Southern California native and mom of three. Born and raised in Laguna Beach with a brief escape to Corona del Mar and Irvine, I spent my youth... ![]() Cali-CladI'm somewhere in between the poetic beach bum, boom box in hand, spitting philosophy down by the boardwalk, the kid shooting pool downtown on a school night... ![]() TaterSo... you're thinkin' about visiting Southern California, huh? Right on. I'm Tater, a homegrown weirdo straight out of Orange County. First, please allow me to state that I'm not... ![]() Laguna DeenaGreetings, and welcome to my small place within The Place! Call me Deena. Of the group, I'm probably the newest arrival in southern California, having moved here in August... ![]() Agent SunflowerHey guys, I'm Agent Sunflower! I was born and raised in Huntington Beach, so I know every nook and cranny of Orange County. But don't expect me to give you a surfing lesson... ![]() Lydia SeaPart mermaid surfer and cultural explorer. I’m also a freelance writer and have lots of fun researching and writing about cultural and environmental news and events... ![]() ScoopWow. I just checked out the other bios on this page and it’s pretty clear to me that I’m the designated old guy around here... ![]() NewbieI am OC’s newest resident and probably the only person in SoCal that won’t look at you like you’re crazy as you stop to stare at a palm tree.... ![]() Varius BattyHello! My name is Varius Batty and I live and breathe the film industry. I'm currently living in Downtown Los Angeles, and have been in the area for 8 years... ![]() ExplorerWelcome! I’m excited about sharing the real Southern California with you. When I travel, I’m interested in tapping into the authentic spirit and story of the places I visit... ![]() DragonI'm Dragon, I probably don't have to explain too much about how I got the name. You can call me the wild one, you will eventually... ![]() Glass of WinWith sixteen years (and counting!) as a Los Angeles county resident under my belt, I think it's safe to say that this Glass of Win knows a thing or two about her neighborhood... ![]() PhoenixI'm Phoenix and I'm a first generation Taiwanese-American who grew up dual-everything. Dual-culture, dual-cities, dual-ideals, you name it. The world is my strawberry-kiwi drink... ![]() Cali-MamaHey there friends, I am Cali-mama. The most local of all locals. I was born and raised right here in Orange County. My travels have taken me all over the world but... ![]() Tare WaunchHello. I'm the VP at The Place Media Group. I feel so fortunate to have been born, raised, and now live in Southern California. Where else in the world can you surf in the morning, snowboard... ![]() Michael MaxsentiHello. Yes, I'm the President and Publisher of The Place Media Group and enjoy getting the opportunity to share my home with all who come to visit... |
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