What do you think of the start of my book?

Take this one author to another, they would practically shoot you in the editing process. You have many sentences that are run-ons or completely unnecessary. Also the words don't flow. You talk about the vivid, flourishing lawns and then go to something as simple as "Obviously my neighbors are greedy" Why not try something like: My neighbors, completely ignorant to the fact we are in a level 4 water restriction, leave their sprinklers running at night. Also, your ideas come across as choppy. If I were you, I would start with you walking out of your house and describing all of your surroundings, including the ocean, which by the way should smell salty-not sugary. "Defective" is not a good word to describe a forgetful or neglectful parent either. Anyway, start describing, then have your phone go off as kind of an alert and then go into the rant about your father. It would piece together better. I hope that helps! And believe me, getting a book published takes a lot out of you. Have tough skin, know the difference between constructive criticism and just plain old criticism, and don't lose yourself or your original view in the process. Good luck!