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Smart Homes – Nest Doorbell

Break-ins have escalated in my La Canada neighborhood and although I have two German Shepherds, I wanted more security. Ring and Nest doorbells allow you to know who's at your doorstep from your phone. They are designed to show you everything...

Los Angeles Smart Homes: Nest Thermostat

There are many smart home features for Los Angeles homeowners. And some are extremely simple to use. One of my favorites is the Nest thermostat. Los Angeles Smart Homes: Nest Thermostat I live in a two story home with a detached guest hou...

The 15 Best Farmers Markets in LA

The 15 Best Farmers Markets in LA I love Farmers Market and frequent the one in La Canada each Saturday morning. When my daughters were young, we found the Montrose Farmers Market more enjoyable for our family. Of course, the best Farmers ...

How lazy can you be?

For years, I bought fresh herbs at the grocery store, only to find that they were rotten after a few days in the fridge. Because I have dogs, I didn’t want to plant herbs in the backyard, so several years ago, I planted some herbs in the patc...

What are Tiny Houses?

Tiny houses come in all shapes and sizes, including container homes. The average American spends more than ¼ of his income towards housing. Tiny homes offer the benefit of living a simpler, less expensive lifestyle (and who doesn’t long fo...