So we all know it’s happening.  Some people are feeling it worse than others.  It’s likely we all know someone that has been impacted by the down turn in the economy either by losing a job or a home.  That said, here are some tips to saving money in the SCV. Shopping Plan your shopping… [Continue Reading]

I just got this message from the William S Hart School District. Did you know that alcohol and drug related suspensions and expulsions in the Hart School District have doubled since 2003? The Hart district is proud to offer parents and students a program to deal with the issue of alcohol and drug use. Our… [Continue Reading]

This is totally random and I know most you you don’t give a crap, but I needed something to blog about today and went out to take out my recyclables and again had to think about what trash can I was putting them in.  See as of last week, we have a new trash company… [Continue Reading]

I have two dogs.  I adore my dogs.  However, I have to say that I think this Pet Idol thing is pretty lame.  There was a full page ad in the  Signal today so I’ll admit, I had to see what the heck it was all about.  There are actually submissions to this contest.  I… [Continue Reading]

I just read in the paper that the maximum capacity of Santa Clarita is 500k residents! OMG.  While planners work on preparing for this influx over the next decade, I can’t help but feel frustrated about it at the moment.  As I drive through my neighborhood I see at least one for sale sign on… [Continue Reading]

I saw my first Smart car today in Santa Clarita and while I hate saying this (because I know everyone wants to be all green and all) but I really hate the way they look. I did find it funny that there’s a gas guzzling Ford Expedition in the background. 

Erm…can someone tell the folks at First American Title they have some lights out?  

My newspaper didn’t survive the storm last night, so I’m not sure if there is anything important going on in the city today aside from the weather.  

I spent the day Saturday going through our garage (which is now empty) and various closets and storage spots in my house.  I got rid of so much stuff and while I absolutely hate doing this, once I get started I get on a roll.  When it’s done I feel so happy and I really… [Continue Reading]