Aug 9th 10 Posted by Leah Pollack

gold in them hills

This week I went for a quick walk at the Placerita Canyon Nature Center and took a 15 min walk on the Heritage Trail. It amazes me that I was seemingly out of the middle of nowhere yet so close to the heart of the Santa Clarita Valley. I heard birds and saw scampering little lizards. I cleared my mind and connected with trees. How rejuvenating! There are many trails in the park: rough ones, steep... read more

Aug 2nd 10 Posted by Leah Pollack

hoops and real estate

I know very little about sports and my sports ability extends to stationary bicycling. But I love watching sports. I live vicariously through the players with their skill and ability. I marvel that they don’t flinch every time a ball is thrown at them, and when they come near a ball, they pick it up and throw it! Ah, the confidence! Recently, I attended a Girl’s Basketball game with a Youth Sports... read more

Jul 26th 10 Posted by Leah Pollack

fluff and fold

From time to time my mind dwells on how truly grateful I am to those that came before me who now decades after their inventions* are making my life a true joy! (like the blog on how much I appreciate the trash haulers and the system in place so that we don’t have plague, because of their good works!).. well this weekend I tossed the clothes in systematic fashion to be washed. I then multi-task, I... read more

Jul 19th 10 Posted by Leah Pollack

sanitation fee hike alert

Thank you in advance for sharing this important RED ALERT issue with EVERYONE you know…your office, your clients, your family, your neighbors! DEADLINE FOR THIS ACTION IS TUESDAY, JULY 27, 2010 Currently there is discussion in our community regarding proposed Sanitation District rate increases, which would affect businesses and residents if approved.  Those businesses and residents affected by the... read more

Jul 5th 10 Posted by Leah Pollack

checkmate

This week I attended a Youth Chess Tournament.  Who knew that a local club hosts these tournaments and other Chess Training Sessions throughout our very own Santa Clarita Valley?  I have a long history with the game of chess.  I grew up playing chess with my uncle, who taught us by lengthy questions during the game: “Why would you move there?” “Who is that blocking?”  “Why would you give me... read more

Jun 21st 10 Posted by Leah Pollack

hey speedracer

The cars, the track, the thrill, the safety! It is not surprising that this raceway park’s motto is “Satisfy your craving for speed”. I had the privilege and honor of riding in a car that a friend of mine built. I met other car enthusiasts, got the tour of the vehicle including all the safety equipment and rode next to some of the fastest Corvettes and “might be street legal” Hondas. ... read more

Jun 14th 10 Posted by Leah Pollack

eyes wide open

Why only consider Fore’closure’, when you can ‘open’ your eyes to possible alternatives to foreclosure that exist today? This week I helped homeowners who didn’t know where to start, who to call, or what information they needed to make an informed decision. Some options are better than others, depending upon many factors. You need to have a comprehensive evaluation of your particular situation... read more

May 31st 10 Posted by Leah Pollack

everything

This week we celebrate the memories of those who have died in service to this great nation. I am truly grateful for their sacrifice in the wars that were fought to bring and protect democracy and freedom. I include all of the servicemen, clerical, communication, medical, clergy and all of those that without their support our country and those of our allies would have fallen and perished under tyranny and... read more