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3 Ways to Redirect your Dog with Generalized Reactivity

Dog reactivity is one of the leading issues that I find clients come to me for. Little do most dog owners know, our dogs react and show signs they will react well before a vocal response. Dogs are born first with their nose and in weeks to come then eyes and ears. Instinctually dogs learn everything through their nose, but with us they learn things opposite. This is a pattern we need to change in order to stop their reactivity from evening happening.Three Ways to Help Prevent your Dog from...

July 2024

Home + Design

"Summer Relief: Cool Air Technologies”

"Expert HVAC Services for Cool Comfort During Summer's Hottest Days" Article by Heather Whitsitt | Photography by Nimages Photography To beat the summer heat and fully enjoy warm-weather activities, Southern Californians often seek refuge at the beach. But what about keeping cool at home? That's where Cool Air Technologies comes in. With three decades of experience serving Orange County, this family-owned business specializes in all things HVAC, offering top-notch service, sales...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

Explore Your Creativity the Eco-Friendly Way with PaintCare

This nonprofit organization encourages consumers to paint smarter by disposing of their leftover paint responsibly Article by Heather Whitsitt This summer, explore new ways to bond with your family by sprucing up your space.   Thanks to PaintCare, you can refresh and renew a piece of furniture, a room, or even your whole house in an environmentally friendly fashion.   “Beat summer boredom, brighten your home, and reuse a valuable resource–all with the power of leftover house paint! Gather...

June 2024

Home + Design

"Custom Closet Solutions: Style Meets Functionality"

"Eliminate Clutter This Summer: Transform Your Space with Custom Closets from Interior Exterior Designs, Inc." Article by Heather Whititt Interior Exterior Designs, Inc. specializes in Designing and Building custom closets that can seamlessly blend functionality and style in your home. We’ve beautified homes throughout Orange County and Los Angeles County Since 1984! Whether you need storage solutions in a typical Hall or secondary bedroom closet or a spacious Master bedroom Walk-in Closet, we...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

"Laguna's Summer: Art, Music, Culture Extravaganza."

The Festival of Fine Arts and Pageant of the Masters: Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and artistic mastery!" Article by Heather Whitsitt Feast your eyes–and ears–on a stunning showcase of local creativity, including an array of original artwork and captivating musical performances, at Southern California’s most anticipated event of the summer season.   Set in the vibrant arts destination of Laguna Beach, the annual Festival of Arts Fine Art Show returns from...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

Summertime Explore

OC fun things to enjoy with family summer 2024 Article and Photography by #1 San Clemente Ocean Festival , Celebrating “The Greatest Show On Surf” Competitions include Tandem Boogie Board Contest, Pier Bowl Surf Classic, Dory boat races, 5k beach run, and one-mile ocean swim. For kids, Kid’s Dolphin Dash, Groms Rule, Surf Contest, Sand Sculpting Contest, Woody Car Exhibits and Ocean Art Show. San Clemente Pier. 949 440-6141. #2 OC Parks Summer Concert Series  returns with three free...

June 2024

Sports + Recreation

Welcome to A Pickleball Player’s Paradise

Pickleball First Pro Shop in Anaheim offers an expert staff and pickleball gear suitable for players of all experience levels.  Article by Heather Whitsitt Since venturing into pickleball from the world of tennis six years ago, Ronnie Nemchock has helped grow the sport all over the Orange County and Southern California markets. Through private clubs and city facilities connections, Ronnie has become a pioneer in the Southern California pickleball movement. With the highly anticipated...

May 2024

Life + Culture

Building an Unbreakable Bond through Mentorship

Through the Big Brothers Big Sisters California program, mentor Chris Pyon and mentee Angel Hernandez have built a lifelong—and life-changing—relationship with one another. Article by Heather Whitsitt Angel Hernandez, 19, and Chris Pyon, 33, share a remarkable story—a testament to the profound impact a positive mentor can have on a young person’s life.   Their connection goes beyond the conventional mentor/mentee dynamic, as the two have grown up together, navigating shared experiences...

May 2024

Style + Beauty

Dr. Han: A Physician’s Paternal Instinct

As a dad and physician, Skin Nirvana’s Dr. Richard S. Han takes fatherhood to heart. Article by Heather Whitsitt Life is all about loving the skin you’re in–but sometimes, your skin needs a little help along the way. Over the past 18 years, Dr. Richard S. Han has garnered extensive experience in the aesthetic industry.  When he’s not busy getting patients glowing from the inside out as the Medical Director of Skin Nirvana Medspa in beautiful Anaheim Hills, Dr. Han can be found partaking in...

May 2024

Health + Wellness

UCI Health acquires Placentia-Linda Hospital

UCI Health expands, enhancing care in Southern California. Discover academic excellence and community-centered healthcare. Article by Heather Whitsitt UCI Health, the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, completed the acquisition of four hospitals and associated outpatient locations from Tenet Healthcare Corporation in April of this year. The new name of Placentia-Linda Hospital will be UCI Health - Placentia Linda. “This visionary leap forward will bridge gaps in...

May 2024