california real estate and life: California has passed 2 more Driving Bills - 08/21/08 06:39 PM
Almost a month ago a new CA law went into effect banning cell phone use while driving.  You had to have a hands-free device, but the joke of the law was that you couldn't talk on the phone while driving, but you could text :)
Well, today the CA Senate approved a bill to outlaw texting....but the Governor said he won't sign any bills into law until we get a budget.  If approved the fines would be around the same as for cellphone use...$20 for the first offense, and $50 for the next.
And if all that doesn't make you believe CA … (25 comments)

california real estate and life: August is one of the hottest Months....Protect our Children - 08/16/08 04:14 AM
What does the Purple Ribbon stand for?  Last week when I was at the Clinic on the REZ I saw Purple Ribbons tied to all the Posts, and little signs supporting August as Purple Ribbon Month.…..a Campaign to remind everyone of NOT leaving a child alone in a car. Yes, it’s a Law, but not everyone follows the law, and children die or get hurt unnecessarily.

Kaitlyn’s Law, was named after the 6 month old that died after being left unattended for 2 hours in a car by her babysitter. It is also known as the” Unattended Child in a … (20 comments)

california real estate and life: Whitewater, California........ Employment Opportunities - 07/21/08 08:23 PM
Are you looking for Homes for Sale in the Cabazon/Whitewater area of Southern California? There are many homes for sale, and all Buyers are looking for the best home for their money. Homes are priced differently, and sometimes there is no rhyme or reason for the pricing other than the Seller wants a certain Price. There are several homes in the White water and Cabazon areas where you can find  affordable homes for sale. The area is changing, and the Morongo Casino, and Arrowhead Plant are two of the local employers. 

 
The Cabazon, Whitewater area of Southern California has … (16 comments)

california real estate and life: Monday Morning Gifts......The Cross that Spawned a Memorial - 07/07/08 04:40 AM
Good morning. Yesterday my family and I visited Mt. Soledad in La Jolla, CA.  It was the first time in several years I had been there and was surprised at the changes.  This Particular site   was the site of many battles over the separation of Church and State, all because of a 29 foot Cross that sat atop this hill overlooking the whole area.
Our Constitution is pretty specific about seperation of Church and State.  I do not want to get into this debate, but suffice it to say that Mount Soledad had it's fair share of battles, because of … (18 comments)

california real estate and life: California is having a heat wave ~ Enjoy the Beach - 06/19/08 07:56 PM
Yes once again California is having a heat wave.  I live in Southern California and two days ago we almost broke the record of 116 degrees for this time of year, but we only got to 114. Only got to 114....boy does that sound funny :)
Anyway, one thing that California is known for is it's beaches.  So during the heat waves, or when it is unbearably hot inland, people flock to the beaches.  The temperature at the beach is usually cooler, but there are some problems.  I compiled  some safety tips,  please click here to read Beach Safety including what to do if you get … (21 comments)

california real estate and life: Monday Morning.....the Gifts of marti garaughty that keep on giving :) - 06/15/08 05:10 PM
Designing a website or blog.....Pitfalls encountered when we aren't focused and lessons learned.
About a month ago I wrote a Blog Titled: Get out of your comfort zone and learn something....Blogs 101.   How premature that desire was to have someone design a new Blog for me.  Heck I wasn't even focused enough to be able to articulate what the Blog would be used for.  Oh sure, I could say anything, but the reality is without being focused, how does the Designer know what to do for you?  How do they know how to maximize your site for your benefit?  And what do you do … (51 comments)