Did anyone catch the story in the Burbank Leader today about the dog bootcamp? I’m so intrigued! It’s an exercise bootcamp for humans and their four-legged friends. My first thought was, “This would be perfect …

Let me preface this post by reminding you that I am a crazy dog mama. I got a puppy this year, and I’ve never been so in love! I had no idea I loved dogs …

Apparently, we throw away 25 percent more trash between Thanksgiving Day to New Year’s Day than during any other time of year.  I’m not sure where this statistic originated from, but I’ve heard it many …

Happy Winter Solstice! Today marks the official first day of winter (sometimes those of us in Southern California need to be reminded). Here’s the thing. I hate winter. I am a summer girl all the …

Did you know that National Pancake Day, also known as Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras, dates back several centuries to when the English prepped for fasting during Lent? Strict rules prohibited the eating of all …

My mother definitely has a green thumb. My dad is well-versed in plant lingo and can tell you the proper name for most trees you come across on a hike. I can’t keep a potted …