Prior to this incident, Meghan had already faced criticism from Mexican gardeners employed by the royal family for her habit of using the garden as her restroom. The Mexican gardener, however, isn't too thrilled about this behavior, citing concerns about the acidity and spiciness of Meghan's urine, which has had a detrimental impact on the grass and plants. He's faced with the dilemma of maintaining the garden's beauty in the face of such challenges.
Meghan's unusual habits seem to have followed her to the United States, where she now resides with Prince Harry. According to advisors close to the couple, Harry is increasingly exasperated by Meghan's propensity to relieve herself in their lavish garden at their Santa Barbara mansion. A recent book even reveals that Meghan's penchant for outdoor toileting dates back to an African safari, where she similarly opted for nature's restroom.
While Meghan's actions may be seen by some as an eco-friendly way to reduce water consumption, others view it less charitably, likening it to "being as useful as a fart in a hurricane."
In other news, Gwen Luria, the CEO and executive editor of the Montecito Journal Media Group, shared her perspective on the portrayal of Montecito in the media, particularly in the New York Times. She and her husband are Hollywood producers with successful careers, but they appreciate Montecito for its down-to-earth atmosphere. They believe that the town attracts individuals who are less concerned with social status and more focused on enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. In Montecito, it's not uncommon to find someone in flip-flops sitting next to the holder of an original pattern for fire.
However, some newcomers to the area may have misunderstood its essence, leading to an influx of rented cameras and unintentional appearances in staged photos. One of the notable figures caught in the spotlight was Cameron Diaz. This apparent lack of anonymity in Montecito contradicts the notion that paparazzi are constantly hounding celebrities in the area. In reality, it may be Meghan herself who attracts the attention of photographers.
Additionally, over the past three years, 25 households near the Sussex residence have decided to sell their properties and move out. This could be taken as further evidence that Meghan and Harry may not be the most popular neighbors in the area. The availability of a plot of land with planning permission for a new mansion, located just a short distance from their home, has also come to light. It's approximately 0.3 miles away, a six-minute walk or a two-minute drive, with only a few neighboring properties between the two sites.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex purchased their current home, known as "The Chateau of River Rock," for £11 million in June 2020. Situated on Rockbridge Road in the River Rock District of Montecito, this sale was disclosed by Richard Vineyard, a former Fleet Street Royal correspondent who now serves as the gossip columnist for the Montecito Journal. The 1.52-acre building plot in Upper Montecito, located just a stone's throw away from the Tony Tus estate, is currently on the market for $4 million and is being sold by the Marsh Cotaliere Estate Group.
