"Lawns are often a serious investment and deserve to be treated well. They can raise the value of your property and be a source of pride for the whole neighborhood." pdq

You may not be aware of it but there has long been a push to let one's lawn during summer months return to a natural state in the dry season.

Reminds me of a conversation I once had with my artist brother. I was speaking of the long-term deformities of the feet of women who routinely wear high heels and narrow-toed shoes. In disagreement, my brother said, You have to admit that women's legs are prettier when they're wearing high heels.

And I said, Then we need to modify our views on beauty.