The Bell-Torres Family - Living, loving, and adventuring in San Diego
We're James, Namibia, our beloved lab Dax, and our little one on the way. We're a family passionate about sustainability, creativity, adventure, and making the most of every moment. From the mountains to the ocean, from coffee brewing to salsa dancing, we believe life is meant to be lived fully.
Sustainability Expert & Engineer
James is a passionate sustainability engineer at JLL, specializing in building automation systems and energy efficiency. When he's not optimizing HVAC systems, you'll find him on the tennis court, perfecting...
Software Engineer & Creative Spirit
Namibia combines a love for technology with a passion for creativity and spirituality. As a software engineer, she enjoys building elegant solutions to complex problems. Outside of coding, she expresses...
Chief Happiness Officer
Dax is our beloved black Labrador and official family mascot. This gentle giant has a heart of gold and endless enthusiasm for life. Whether he's greeting everyone with his signature...
Breathtaking coastal drives, towering redwoods, and incredible hiking trails. We spent a long weekend exploring the rugged beauty of California's central coast.
Desert landscapes, incredible rock formations, and some of the best stargazing we've ever experienced. A perfect blend of adventure and tranquility.
Exploring the city of roses, amazing coffee culture, and incredible food scene. Plus day trips to the Columbia River Gorge for waterfall adventures.
Perfecting the art of pour-over coffee, one brew at a time
Level: Advanced
Building elegant and impactful software solutions
Level: Professional
Our favorite family activity
Our favorite family activity together
As I sit here writing this, surrounded by boxes of baby clothes, a half-assembled crib, and approximately seventeen different “must-have” baby products (according to various...
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I never meant to become that guy about coffee. You know the type—the one who has strong opinions about water temperature, grind size, and bloom...
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If you’ve never driven Highway 1 along California’s central coast, add it to your bucket list immediately. Last weekend, we packed up the car with...
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