Los Angeles Times. January 23, 2013. Cassy Aoyagi Answers: Do you have any suggestions for drought-tolerant, kid-friendly ground cover? We’ve read that dymondia works well to fill in space between pavers but haven’t found any talk of how well this plant works as a grass substitute, spread across a yard.

Can our kids walk barefoot? Will the dymondia attract bees? And will it flourish in an area that gets sun and shade?

Interest.com. July 18, 2012. By Amy Fontinelle: Buying new construction seems like a great way to avoid the hassles and expenses that come with buying a home that’s been around the block. Any older house will have things that need repair or replacement. Brand-new homes are perfect and move-in ready. Right? This is a faulty belief that can leave you battling issues with your home for years to come.

Pasadena Sun. April 14, 2012. A La Cañada Flintridge property will be featured during the month-long 2012 Pasadena Showcase House of Design, which opens to the public on Sunday. Known as the Robbins estate, it was built in 1927 as part of Sen. Frank P. Flint’s tony development. Above, the courtyard and balcony area