This Little Girl Gives Dolls the Scariest Makeovers

February 27, 2018 By My SD Moms

Okay…so this is a little different. It’s not your standard Barbie and Ken living in a dream house driving a corvette kind of kids play. This particular little girl likes to give her dolls some pretty creepy makeovers. Some people are freaking out over her doll modifications and calling it early warning signs of a serial killer.

One person on Twitter said, “All fun and games until you hear ‘based on a true story’ 20 years after this post been out.” Another person Tweeted – “I been watching Criminal Minds and I’m basically a part of the team, and we think that this is an early sign … oh, she gone be a serial killer.”

Not everyone is freaking out over it though. Some people are defending her saying that she’s probably just super creative and this is how she’s choosing to show it. One person on social media stated that they’re brother used to skin his Furby toys when he was little and now he’s a computer whiz who makes a ton of money.

What do you think? Is it pretty normal for creative kids to think way far out of the box and even kind of freak people out sometimes, or is this something that should be watched closely?

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Ready To Recycle That Christmas Tree?

December 26, 2017 By My SD Moms

From the City of San Diego web site, here is information on Christmas Tree recycling..

Where can I recycle a Christmas tree?

The Miramar Greenery accepts trees throughout the year.
I Love a Clean San Diego and the County of San Diego have a website at www.WasteFreeSD.org to help County residents find the nearest tree recycling dropoff site in San Diego County.
Curbside collection (For residents with yard waste collection only)
- Manual container customers using their own bins should place trees on the curb for collection on your regular greenery recycling pickup day. Trees over four feet in length should be cut in half.
- Automated container customers using the large, green 96-gallon bin provided by the city should cut their trees to fit into the automated container for pickup on collection day.

Drop-off Locations

Carmel Valley – Carmel Valley Recreation Center, 3777 Townsgate Drive, lower parking lot
Encanto – Cielo Drive at Woodman Street
Golden Hill – Golden Hill Recreation Center, 2600 Golf Course Drive
La Jolla – Kate Sessions Memorial Park, Soledad Road and Loring Street
Logan Heights – Memorial Recreation Center, 2902 Marcy Avenue
Miramar – The Greenery at the Miramar Landfill, Convoy Street north of Highway 52
Mission Bay – Sea World Drive at Pacific Highway
Oak Park – Chollas Lake, 6350 College Grove Drive, in Gloria’s Mesa parking lot
Ocean Beach – Robb Athletic Field Recreation Center, 2525 Bacon Street
Otay Mesa/Nestor – Montgomery Waller Community Park (lower-west parking lot)
Rancho Bernardo – Rancho Bernardo Recreation Center, 18448 W. Bernardo Drive
Rancho Penasquitos – Canyonside Recreation Center, 12350 Black Mountain Road
San Diego State University – Parking Lot 17C off Alvarado Road
Scripps Ranch – Scripps Ranch Recreation Center, 11454 Blue Cypress Drive
Tierrasanta – De Portola Middle School, 11010 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
University City – Swanson Pool, 3585 Governor Drive

The “Easter Bunny” Don’t Lay Eggs But it Does Live 8 to 12 years

April 11, 2017 By My SD Moms

Every spring cute baby bunnies and fluffy little chicks are bought to be Easter surprises. But the real surprise comes later when parents find out that rabbits live 8 to 12 years and that baby chicks grow feathers and become chickens. Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) in Encinitas is reminding families that baby bunnies and chicks make really bad Easter gifts.

“Every year, a few weeks after Easter, we get calls from people who found stray Easter bunnies in their yards,” says RCHS spokesman John Van Zante. “In some cases, they chewed their way out of their pens. But just as often the families let them loose thinking that the rabbits will be fine. These are domesticated pets….not wild rabbits. Turning them loose is a death sentence.”

Van Zante says those fluffy, yellow, baby chicks may look cute on Easter morning, but in a couple weeks it’s a different story. “A chick that is half fluff and half feathers isn’t very attractive. And then it starts acting like a chicken. It becomes a ‘pecking, pooping machine’ with just one purpose….to become an adult hen or rooster. So if you don’t want an adult chicken living in your house, don’t get a baby chick.”

There are plenty of options for families who decide against bunnies of chicks. “Stuffed animals are a great alternative. You can get any kind of stuffed animal you want. There are no breed restrictions and they don’t grow. They’re a lot more fun to snuggle with. You never have to feed them or clean up after them. No Vet bills. And unlike pet chickens that live 8 to 10 years and pet rabbits that live 8 to 12 years, stuffed animals have unlimited life expectancy.”

Van Zante adds, “For families that are prepared to include rabbits in their homes, we encourage them to visit an animal shelter or a rabbit rescue group. Let us help you make an informed decision. Having a pet rabbit can be lots of fun. But, as with any pet, the fun is only temporary if you don’t understand the long term responsibility.”

Learn how you can adopt a pet that fits your lifestyle. Visit Rancho Coastal Humane Society at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas, call 760-753-6413, or log on to www.sdpets.org.
Adoption kennels are open 11 AM to 5 PM Wednesday through Monday. (Closed on Easter Sunday.)

Why You Should Adopt a Dog

August 19, 2015 By My SD Moms

(StatePoint) Dogs make a house a home; there is no doubt about it. If you have ever thought about including a dog in your family, here are several reasons to consider moving ahead on a furry adoption.

Health Benefits Between walks in the morning, walks in the evening and daily play time, dogs get everyone in the family active and moving each day — an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Dogs may have pervasive positive effects on human health, according to the National Institutes of Health, which reports that groups of new pet owners showed a significant reduction in minor health problems compared to those without pets. Other studies have shown that spending time with animals can reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Why Adopt? Between six and eight million homeless pets enter shelters every year. Because shelters cannot handle all the dogs that need a place to live, many that don’t get adopted are euthanized. Adopting a dog is a conscientious decision to make because it means you are saving a life. Furthermore, animals in shelters receive medical care during their stay. As an adopter, you can be better informed about the state of your new pet’s health, as shelters keep great records on vaccinations and other treatments.

Lastly, adopting a pet is a much more affordable route to dog ownership than buying a dog from a breeder or store. Where to Adopt Dog adoption events are an excellent way to meet lots of potential pets at once, helping you find a dog whose temperament would be a good fit for your home and family.

Thankfully, many groups are helping to make such events happen. For example, Coldwell Banker Real Estate recently teamed up with Adopt-a-Pet.com to organize the Homes for Dogs National Pet Adoption Weekend. This nationwide event built on the success of the “Homes for Dogs Project,” a national campaign hosted by Coldwell Banker and Adopt-a-Pet.com, which aims to find homes for 20,000 adoptable dogs in 2015. “It’s shocking to think of how many homeless dogs enter shelters each year,” says Sean Blankenship, chief marketing officer for Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “That’s why we launched this program; between our 86,000 sales associates and the 15,000 Adopt-a-Pet.com shelters, we’re hoping that we can truly make a difference.” Coldwell Banker offices in communities across the United States, along with shelters and rescue groups in the Adopt-a-Pet.com network, joined forces for one of the largest adoption events of the year. And they are planning future adoption weekends. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/HomesForDogs. To add laughter and love to your life, consider sharing it with a dog in need.

It’s Heating Up: Spring Cleaning For Your Home

March 30, 2015 By My SD Moms

Spring is officially here, and the rise in temperatures has already hit San Diego! This time of year, it is important to dive into a little spring-cleaning for your home to keep energy costs as low as possible and to ensure that your home is cool and comfortable throughout the months to come.

Save yourself some time, stress and money by prepping your home, and your HVAC system, early this spring.

Schedule a Spring Tune-Up: According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, 50 percent of all sicknesses are triggered by poor indoor air quality. With the spring season comes a new wave of seasonal allergies. Schedule a spring tune-up with your local HVAC professional, which includes a thorough inspection of your HVAC unit’s longevity, cleanliness, energy efficiency and performance. This tune up can help ensure that winter toxins are eliminated, spring allergy triggers are minimized, and your family’s air can be clean and cool all summer long.

Install Sun Protection for Your Windows and Doors: Install shades, blinds or other protective window coverings to help keep the summer heat out of your home. Not only will it keep the house cooler, you will save on energy by not requiring your AC system to run as often.

Keep your filters clean: Dirty filters can restrict airflow and cause your HVAC system to work overtime, increasing unnecessary energy use and raising your bill. By replacing your filters at least four times per year, you could potentially save money on energy bills and help avoid costly system repairs or replacement. Where a dirty, overloaded filter can become a source of air contamination in your home.

Consider Investing in a Wi-Fi Thermostat: According to the EPA’s Energy Star program, Wi-Fi thermostats can save an average of $180 a year on cooling and heating costs. The product is enabled via Wi-Fi, so it can be programmed to any desired temperature from your computer, tablet or smart phone. If you are planning a spring or summer vacation, use your Wi-Fi thermostat to save money and energy while you’re away from the home.

Energy-efficient practices not only benefit our planet, but help conserve our natural resources, in turn conserving your budget. When maintaining your home’s systems, be sure to choose a HVAC contractor who is knowledgeable about air conditioner efficiency options.

If you’re interested in learning more about how to ensure your home stays cool this summer, and your HVAC system is running properly and energy efficiently, visit http://www.rightimeservices.com/location/san-diego/. CA #765074

By: Teressa Wickham, general manager of RighTime Home Services San Diego, a residential heating and air conditioning company.