Thinking out loud today because it is the first day of October.  Fall is in the air!   The wind is bringing the changes of season to us.     Everyone is starting to decorate their front Door or Porch.   It is so fun!    I love this time of year.   I was traveling small winding roads this weekend in Nashville and Kentucky.   The leaves were starting to change, some of the tree's seemed to have their tips on fire.   If you home is on the market decorating your front door can add some sizzle to ...
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People are really big into the open kitchen, den/living rooms right now.  That's why our TVs keep getting bigger and bigger- people are watching them from 2 rooms over! Also, something I have noticed is people are leaning towards smaller, more quality space vs. a lot of unused square footage. The out door Space becomes a part of the living space and extends the smaller interior spaces to include this wonderful space
 Buying and selling homes is an emotional decision, people buy from the heart,...
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Located in the Heart of Crestline on a gorgeous street.    Exceptional details and Open Spaces.  A designer's dream and perfect for entertaining. Spacious rooms, tall ceilings, hardwood floors, French doors, deep crown molding, large kitchen with high end appliances, master suite located on main level, two car garage on main, gorgeous iron banister leading to the second floor, antiqued beams in family room  and surround sound in upstairs playroom, stereo throughout the house,  Fabulous O...
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It's a tool used by house flippers all across the nation. Stagers know its power. Real estate agents push its importance. What is this not-so-well-kept secret of real estate? A kitchen can sell a house.  

A kitchen is the heart of a home. This is true all across the globe. The old saying that the "stomach is the way to the heart" carries a lot of truth. Kitchens are where we spend much of our time and most of that is with our families. It's the room where we nourish our bodies and...

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We all realize that we need an action plan to make a change. But if your like me, you may seem to be  always be flying by the seat of your pants.  So this leads me to one of my new years resolution.  Make a Plan!   A Plan to organize each room, one at a time.   Get  all those many, many books and magazines in the right place, not cluttered.   Remove everything from my attic, Drake has asked for a media room in the attic.  This small request might just take the whole year to accomplish!  One o...
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12 Things Entrepreneurs Should Be Thankful For

1. Customers.

2. Getting to pick the exceptional people we work with.

3. An opportunity to add value, big or small, to people's lives.

4. Not having to ask permission to try something crazy.

5. The patience and understanding of our family and friends — especially when we likely don't deserve it.

6. Receiving payment for value delivered. There's no feeling like it.  

7. The joy of seeing a sliver of light after some dark, dark, days.

8. The free...

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They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts! Acts 2:46 (NIV)

So many ways has my life been blessed and I am so thankful today as I think through this week of preparing and planning my Thanksgiving dinner for my family.   Preparing my heart and mind with gratitude and Love.   

Wishing you and yours a wonderful Thanksgiving!  



 

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Great place to have a cup of hot chocolate with friends on Halloween!

I believe that a kitchen is a special place and I absolutely love it when I am cooking and everyone is in the kitchen with me!  The aroma's, the taste, the conversation and the love.  No place I would rather be.    

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Have an outdoor living space, covered porch, screened porch in the south is an exception added bonus to your home. 

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Mediterranean-inspired and  striking architectural details.    Feels like home and style is in abundance.  The absence of color brings harmony, considerable charm and comfort!   

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Dinner for family or friends.  "Caio Bella"



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Would love to be sharing a glass of wine with Friends while my husband is slaving away at this out door grill.  Simple and Elegant! 

White is right for kitchens indoors and out. This rooftop kitchen provides everything needed for an evening cookout―including ...

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Pantone Color Institute is coming up rosy this year with Pantone 18-2120 Honeysuckle, their 2011 color of the year. Switching gears from last year's Turquoise, which was meant to elicit peace and relaxation, this bright new color serves to empower with spirit and vitality. The authority on color hopes the dynamic hue will elevate psyches and instill confidence and courage to meet the challenges of everyday life.
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If you selling your home this holiday season, these are some great ways to Stage your home and make a good impression for the buyers touring your home.   Set you dining room table with your best china, even if your not having a Christmas Dinner Party.   You home looking festive with no clutter can be heart warming and inviting to a prospective home buyer.      Keep it simple, clean and new! ...
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A picture is worth a thousand words!   The search for a new home can be more difficult than expected.   With all the headlines about the Real Estate market you would think you could find the perfect home, all inclusive of every one of your wish list items and be able to purchase the home for at least 20% off the listing price.  Wow, wouldn't that be great!    There are some area's were people are waiting on homes to come on the market, because they have seen all the homes available in their p...
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