Author: Jamie

Finding Calm and Clarity in Times of Transition

It’s a relief to know the Hurst Fire is now 100% contained, and there’s encouraging progress on the Eaton Fire (65% contained) and the Palisades Fire (31% contained). Fingers crossed for continued success in containing these fires. Wildfires take an emotional toll on every Angeleno, whether directly impacted or not. For those directly affected, the

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Perfect Stocking Stuffers for Hikers

Hiking Girl with Dog

The holidays are just around the corner! 🎄 If the season has crept up on you, don’t worry—we’ve got the perfect list of 8 stocking stuffers for the hiker in your life (or yourself!). From cozy essentials like Darn Tough Socks to thoughtful gifts like a K9 Rescue Sling, our picks are practical, unique, and

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Do You Need Pet Insurance?

As you can imagine, after Xena was diagnosed with Splenic Hemangiosarcoma about two months ago, the number of our visits to the hospital has gone up exponentially. In the beginning, we were going almost every day. Understandably, pet insurance has been a hot topic people have been asking me about lately. And, I noticed that

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Charmlee Wilderness in Malibu

This wilderness park has gone through some changes since we visited summer of 2016. For one, there is no entrance fee. On Black Friday, we returned to the park after 7 years and scoped out the current condition of the trails. This time, though, we tried a different route. I am updating this post to

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