With recent rainy weather and continuing warm temperatures in Southern California, insect activity seems high, leading to an uptick in insect bites and stings. This post is dedicated to remedies to relieve the itch from ants, mosquitoes, and other irritating critters.
On Hurricane Andrew
Hurricane Andrew slammed into southern Florida on August 24, 1992. Twenty-five years later, the author shares her father's experiences and photos of the devastation in Homestead during his deployment to the region as part of the relief effort.
Good Times and Sunny Climes at the Beach
Living in Southern California, there are many places for relaxing along the coast. Here are a few of our favorite beaches in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
School Beautiful: Desert Landscapes
As part of a school beautification project through the Cub Scouts, we landscaped a previously bare area of the school utilizing drought-tolerant and native plants, as well as some special touches. The project also aimed to instill in Scouts principles of service, sustainability, conservation, and teamwork.
Animal Kingdom and Souvenir Shopping on a Dime
In the fifth and final installment of our Disney World series, we share our experiences at Disney's Animal Kingdom, as well as some things we learned visiting the park. We also share a few shopping tips we learned for saving money on Disney-themed souvenirs.
The Cranky Camper 