California Fires - Buckweed Fire Started By Boy Playing With Matches - 10/31/07 10:07 AM
Boy playing with matches has confesed to starting the Buckweed fire that burned over 38,000 acres and destroyed 21 homes. Here's a link to the news story . My heart aches for this child and his parents. Unlike the Orange County fires, this was a kid playing who apparently had no … (18 comments)
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Disaster Relief ~ How You Can Help - 10/31/07 01:22 AM
The recent firestorms here in California have caused me to give a bit more consideration to where I make contributions. Since I wrote a couple of blogs (California Fire Active Rain Roll Call and Disaster Relief for the California Fire Victims here on Active Rain about the catastrophic event, I've received … (8 comments)
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Green Toilets ~ Taking a Closer Look - 10/31/07 12:30 AM
Okay - so the silly title made you look. And this photo that I've been saving forever might have gotten your attention, too. This is actually a serious article about a history-making bill (AB715) just signed by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. California will lead the way for this new innovation in water conservation. … (28 comments)
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California Firestorm Follow-up ~ Professional Tips For Removing Smoke & Fire Damage - 10/29/07 10:18 AM
Mom always said that you can't use too much soap and water to get things clean, right? Ordinarily, that would be the case, but cleaning up after a fire presents some very different cleaning challenges than everyday life. This morning on KTLA (a local Los Angeles TV station) News, reporter … (14 comments)
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Active Rain's Newest Star - 10/25/07 11:46 AM
Sometimes you read an article that just resonates with you. I was cruising Active Rain and found an article that really pushed my buttons. It was a wonderful surprise to see that it was contributed by a fellow who is new to Active Rain. In his article STOP THE HOME TAX, Bill … (19 comments)
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BRIAN BRADY AND FAMILY ARE SAFE - MOVING BACK INTO THEIR HOME - 10/24/07 12:04 PM
10 A.M. WEDNESDAY PST. I just spoke with BB - Their home did not burn!
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Disaster Relief for the California Fire Victims - 10/24/07 10:31 AM
President Bush has signed a Disaster Declaration for funding for people who have lost homes that may not be covered by insurance.
Last night I spoke with my neighbor who manages claims adjustment offices for Allstate Insurance in California. They have additional staff flying in today who will be heading out … (18 comments)
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California Fire Active Rain Roll Call - 10/22/07 04:58 PM
It's fire season here in California. We currently have 7 fires burning in SoCal. The causes are anything from downed power lines to arson. The battle is intensified by the high winds of 30-50 mph and gusts of 60-90 mph. With so many fires in the area, the resources are limited. … (79 comments)
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Database Meltdown or Opportunity for a New OUTLOOK? - 10/20/07 12:05 PM
Seems like every time there is a computer catastrophe, we get the opportunity to learn that there's a better way. It also seems that whenever there is a meltdown, I'm out of town! I was attending a meeting in Temecula with my local chapter of Certified Residential Specialists® when my Treo700 … (19 comments)
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Laguna Woods Village Is Ready For A Disaster - Are You? - 10/15/07 11:39 AM
Recently, one of my clients who just moved into a condo in Laguna Woods Village asked me if I'd like to join her for an orientation. I had never attended one, and never wanting to miss an opportunity to learn more about this remarkable community, I jumped at the chance. One … (17 comments)
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Victory Cheer - 10/11/07 12:06 AM
There have been a lot of pink ribbons popping up here on Active Rain. In case you need a little explanation, here are a couple of articles that will serve to explain. You see, Sarah Cooper, who never does anything in a small way wrote, I Dare You To Go Pink With … (23 comments)
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Gift Ideas For Seniors - 10/09/07 12:47 AM
As a REALTOR® in South Orange County, California I'm privileged to work with many seniors helping them buy and sell their homes and condos. Many people know that my work puts me in touch with many seniors and their families so I'm often asked for gift giving suggestions. Shopping for seniors can be difficult because they've … (29 comments)
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Welcome to Laguna Woods Village Golf & Active Senior Living - 10/08/07 01:02 AM
Laguna Woods Village (formerly known as Leisure World) is nestled in the hills between the cities of Laguna Hills and Laguna Beach. It offers many amenities for active seniors (must be 55 or better to live here). One of the most popular activities is golfing at the two beautiful golf courses. … (13 comments)
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Seniors Moving With Pets - To South Orange County California 55 & Better Communities - 10/07/07 09:10 PM
Working with seniors in South Orange County California is one of the most rewarding aspects of being a REALTOR®. Client's needs vary and it provides many unique opportunities to be of service. One of the most frequently asked questions from people thinking about moving into a 55 and better communities … (3 comments)
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Greg Gantman - Welcome to Active Rain! - 10/07/07 10:07 AM
Please help me welcome one of our newest Active Rainers, Greg Gantman. Greg's a great guy who served tirelessly as President of the Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce for two years. He's generously supported my efforts as President of the Laguna Hills/Laguna Woods Chamber. I've come to value his friendship … (11 comments)
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Enjoying Your Orange County Home & Garden While Protecting Our Natural Resources - 10/06/07 11:28 PM
According to the Family of Southern California Water Agencies, the average home owner in Southern California uses twice the amount of water in our gardens than necessary.To cut down on water usage without sacrificing your plantings here are a few tips:Water before 8 am. This will reduce evaporation. Avoid runoff and … (3 comments)
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Environmentally Friendly Foliage For Orange County Homes - 10/03/07 10:13 PM
Orange County, California is a blooming desert. Prior to the introduction of irrigation and water systems, much of the land was desert. There are many indigenous plants that are heat resistant and require little or no water, making them perfect for the environmentally-conscious Orange County home owner.
This photo is a great example … (10 comments)
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