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June 24th, 2010 by admin
It has been said that Southern California locals have their own ways of doing things, and there’s definitely some truth to that. While we have thankfully dropped the “valley girl” style of speaking, we can still be stereotyped as overly competitive about our looks, our sports and our style. If you want to fit in to that mold, here’s a quick overview of where to start.
- Customize your car. In Southern California, a car is not just your transportation. It is a rolling badge of style, a reflection of who you are and what you represent. Newbies to the custom auto scene might choose to install an aftermarket entertainment system and some window tint, but the more serious enthusiasts are interested in billet grills, custom wheels, chrome accessories, dash kits and the like. You can find auto accessory shops all over the Southland, but shop online first. The pricing is usually better and its easier to comparison shop.
- Take up exercise. Exercise is a means to an end. It’s hot in Southern California and therefore you need to feel great in warm weather clothing. Also, we have miles and miles of beaches, so you will probably want to spend some time in a bathing suit. Thankfully, you have loads of exercise options: individual sports like jogging, hiking, bike riding, and mountain climbing are all accessible year-round. You can also join a gym (they’re everywhere) or sign up for a local tennis or racquetball league.
- Be a Laker fan…as long as they continue to win. In LA, we love winners! That means being a Laker-lover and a Clipper-hater. I know there are Clipper fans out there, but those folks are a different breed. They cling to the desperate hope that their team will someday be meaningfully better than the Lakers, even though all evidence indicates that that could never happen.
- Wear sunglasses. Accessories for your face are as important as accessories for your car. Plus, it’s sunny and your eyes need the protection!
- Drink smoothies. Smoothies fit right into the SoCal lifestyle: they’re cool, healthy and convenient. Get one to go and drink it in your customized car on your way to a Laker game!
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June 17th, 2010 by admin
Head to Fantasy Springs Resort in Indio California today or tomorrow to get an entry in the hotel’s Mercedes Benz giveaway. You earn an entry by swiping your Fantasy Springs at a casino kiosk–but Friday, June 18 is the last day to swipe. Then, drop into the casino on Saturday to activate your entries. Every hour between 4PM and 7PM, the casino draws three names as qualifiers for the Ultimate Thrill Giveaway at 7:15PM. Three players will win $2000 in free slot play plus an entry into the Mercedes SLK300 giveaway to be held on June 19. Another nine players will win $1000 in free slot play.
Go here for more information.
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June 14th, 2010 by admin
Looks like there were a few earthquakes that struck Southern California right about 9:30 this evening. One was at 9:26 a magnitude 5.9 in Ocotillo, CA then a magnitude 3.9 hit just three minutes later, then a magnitude 3.6 two minutes later centered in the same location Ocotillo, CA. One minute later there was a 3.2 in Ocotillo Wells, CA and one minute after another 3.2 in Chula Vista, CA. Here is a link to the list of earthquakes in California and Nevada http://www.data.scec.org/recenteqs/Quakes/quakes0.html
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June 10th, 2010 by Lindsey
Won’t your friends be impressed with you if you started giving away designer perfumes at every birthday or holiday? The best part about saving money on high-end products is that you can gift those high-end products to friends and family without breaking your wallet. The Fragrance Company Ltd. offers Cheap Perfume online for all your gift-giving needs.
This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine.
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June 7th, 2010 by admin
Why not adopt a shelter dog this Father’s Day? According to the Humane Society of the United States, animal shelters take in an estimated 6-8 million dogs and cats every year. Estimates also indicate that half of those pets are euthanized. There are at least 80-plus animal shelters located in Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange and San Diego Counties. All of these shelters have friendly, healthy dogs that need homes.
Animal shelters care for pets that have been turned in by their owners and pets that have been rescued from poor living conditions. Shelters then tackle the challenge of nurturing these animals, addressing any physical and behavioral issues. Most dogs are likely to need only the simplest things: a little love and some dog food. In this mission, the shelter needs the help of loving families who can provide stable homes for these animals. The shelter can be a stressful place. If a little love and some dog food can heal a pet, imagine what a lot of love and the best dog food can do.
So ask dad if he wants a new best friend for Father’s Day. If you can’t adopt a dog, consider participating in a program that helps you help dogs.
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May 22nd, 2010 by admin
Wow what got into the Dodgers?
No Either, no Manny, it does not matter the pitching staff has taken over the team. Kershaw, Billingsley, Kuroda and Ely have been tremendous for the past two weeks. It all goes back to the old adage that pitching and defense win games and Championships. It is much to early to start talking about wining the division, but at least they are on the right track to getting there. If the clubhouse mindset is to concentrate on the pitching and defense and let the offense come, because we all know that will be there most of the time, then they have a chance.
Credit Joe Torre and Rick Honeycutt for turning the pitching staff around and heading the Dodgers on the right track. If they could get a big time number one starter then they would really be in the hunt. Once the McCourt divorce is sorted out then perhaps Ned will be able to make a move.
Go Dodgers!
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May 22nd, 2010 by admin
After much debate on the talk radio stations as to whether the Suns and Lakers series is going to be a contest or not, here are my thoughts.
The Lakers have done nothing more than hold home court advantage as the are suppose to do. Yes they have scored a combined 252 points in two games which is quite impressive but they have given up 219 points which is definitely not good. Pau has been able to show what he is made of and right now that is the best player in the playoffs. Pretty darn good for the Big Spaniard.
What they need to do is figure out how to stop Phoenix from scoring so many points and not turn the ball over so much. If they move on to the Finals, noticed I said “if” do not assume anything Phoenix came back after being down 3-1, I remember that all to well, then they will have to play a defensive minded Boston or Orlando team. Both of those teams like to lock teams down and not give up a lot of points. Heck 252 points might be how many points some teams score against Boston or Orlando in 3 games. So the Lakers will have to play really good defensive because they will not be able to score so many points like they are against Phoenix.
So will the Lakers make it a clean series sweep? Chances are probably not so good for that to happen. Phoenix will come out shooting 3’s on Sunday night. I have to believe Channing Frye will play much better at home than he did in LA, for that matter all the bench players for Phoenix will play much better. There is no telling how the bench for LA will play, sometimes they do not play well with the noise of the visiting crowd, they get caught up with the pace of the game instead of running the offense. The Lakers will make it close but will not be able to pull it out in the end. Sorry Lakers but trying to be realistic. Phoenix made it to the Finals for a reason and they are going to show it off on Sunday.
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May 14th, 2010 by admin
The Lakers pretty much demoralize the poor Utah Jazz in the Western Conference Semi-Finals last week. The Jazz had no answer for Pau and Bynum (when he was involved) and poor Deron Williams just could not beat the Lakers by himself. So the Lakers swept them in four games and have a week off to prepare for the Suns.
On a rubbing salt in the wounds kind of moment, poor Carlos Boozer who probably played his last game for Utah had his Escalated backed into by the Lakers media bus as they were leaving the arena on Monday. First Pau owned him then the bus backs into him, I think his reaction was like “Are you serious?”
Here is a run down of the Western Conference Finals game times and TV/radio coverage.
Purchase tickets for the Los Angeles Lakers Tickets at Staples Center view available seats here.
Game 1 – Monday, May 17 at 6:00pm at STAPLES Center
TV: TNT
Radio: 710 AM ESPN/ESPN Deportes 1330
Game 2 – Wed., May 19 at 6:00pm at STAPLES Center
TV: TNT
Radio: 710 AM ESPN/ESPN Deportes 1330
Game 3 – Sunday, May 23 at 5:30pm at Phoenix Suns
TV: TNT
Radio: 710 AM ESPN/ESPN Deportes 1330
Game 4 – Tuesday, May 25 at 6:00pm at Phoenix Suns
TV: TNT
Radio: 710 AM ESPN/ESPN Deportes 1330
Game 5* – Thursday, May 27 at 6:00pm at STAPLES Center
TV: TNT
Radio: 710 AM ESPN/ESPN Deportes 1330
Game 6* – Saturday, May 29 at 5:30pm at Phoenix Suns
TV: TNT
Radio: 710 AM ESPN/ESPN Deportes 1330
Game 7* – Monday, May 31 at 6:00pm at STAPLES Center
TV: TNT
Radio: 710 AM ESPN/ESPN Deportes 1330
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May 12th, 2010 by admin
Catalina’s Zip Line Tour opened just a few weeks ago, giving SoCal residents another weekend trip option. Wondering what the Catalina zip line is like? Here’s a review and video.
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April 29th, 2010 by admin
There will be a book signing for Flippy on a Road Trippyat Cal State Long Beach’s bookstore on campus and at their store on 2nd St. Learn more by visiting http://www.eguide.longbeachthingstodo.com.
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