I grew up in the Palisades and planned to raise my kids in the community I loved. Our house burned down and we don't know what's next.

Photos courtesy of Alisa Wolfson

• Alisa Wolfson's family lost their home in the Pacific Palisades to the LA wildfires.
• They have been staying in hotels while they figure out their next steps.
• The impact of climate change and insurance issues are prompting them to consider leaving California.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Alisa Wolfson...