Our love for pets makes us want to take them everywhere with us, whether on long leisure trips, short trips or even while traveling out for work. As much fun as this might sound, taking a pet along can be tricky and needs lots of planning to make the experience a comfortable one. From choosing a safe transport mode to getting all the paperwork right, there are quite … [Read more...]
How Pet Sitting Can Be A Vacation Away from Home
As I write this, I’m pet sitting in a fabulous house near Universal City. It’s the home of one of my daughter’s friends who is out of town. She has two little dogs and I have two of my own. So far, it’s been like a vacation even though I live across town. I was more than ready for a getaway Because of the pandemic, I was getting pretty crazy being isolated in the small … [Read more...]
How Owning a Pet Can Keep You Happy and Healthy
One of the many joys in life is owning a pet. In fact, so many people believe so that the American Pet Products Association reports that around 67% of U.S. households include at least one pet, which means there are well over 160 million pets in this country. Of course, it's not hard to see why. Pets, small and big, offer a number of positive benefits to a person’s day-to-day … [Read more...]
Boho-Style Gifts to Get Your Hippie On
Were you a flower child or hippie when you were younger? I always loved the free-flowing Boho-style clothes we wore that are experiencing a revival now. The Bohemian-look edges on the eccentric but can really make you stand out and help you embrace your individuality. This post was updated on 8/2021. I get frustrated shopping at malls because most of the clothing there … [Read more...]
Have You Considered Apartment Life as an Option for Retirement?
I’ve been a nomad most of my life and have lived in a variety of environments that included several large homes and apartments, a small Hollywood bungalow, a double-wide mobile home, and a room in a home. Since the tender age of four, I’ve lived exclusively in Southern California in so many different places I've lost count. At various time, I enjoyed apartment life which has … [Read more...]
