Budget Decorating

I just had to share this article from houzz.com today. To make a long story short, the economic downturn turned me in to a thrift store aka consignment store shopper. And what finds I found: designer clothes, furniture for the niches that cried out for filling, yard art, even my mason jars or French canning... Continue Reading →

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Explore the Role of Architecture

This is a great piece from houzz.com! Don't you often wonder, where did that look come from? Style, who created that? Did you know that often times it was a local tradesman that started what we now call "trends"? Do you live in a home similar to these? If so, tell us what you like... Continue Reading →

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Man Cave Defined

I just sold a home in the Lower Highlands in Boise, Idaho that has a detached man cave, similar to one of the photos in this article from houzz.com. Funny thing is, a man cave is indeed important to any couple. After all, us ladies love the pampering at day spa, so why wouldn't our guys... Continue Reading →

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Summer Salad Battle!

Well, I'm trying the wheat free gig after reading the Wheat Belly Cookbook and giving up certain foods is not as difficult as you may think. It is a matter of making a commitment to your health and discovering numerous websites to rely on for ideas and recipes. In my quest for summer salads, brown rice and... Continue Reading →

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“hey universe…™”

I was in a Keller Williams Realty Boise sales meeting about a month ago, and the person speaking was talking about writing manifestations of what you want in life and posting them in your house. Of course, he centered the topic around business. I remember thinking to myself, gee whiz, I need to remember to... Continue Reading →

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Zucchini Love

I have a love affair with zucchini. Ok. I said it. I grate my zucchs on the largest hole on my grater and use the zucchini on everything I possibly can. Toss over a salad instead of cheese. Toss on a quesadilla to add to the mix.  Add to soups. The list is endless. So,... Continue Reading →

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11 Items to Remember for Your Remodel

Remodel. I love this particular word, but for some it can be quite daunting. Tips: 1. Interview your contractor, get references 2. Get all bids in writing. 3. Stick to your budget when possible, 4. Be prepared for the hidden challenges More in this article from houzz.com

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Front Porch Allure

Ah, the front porch. We all want one! I don't have a front porch but I do have a front patio area. One evening last Spring, I opened up a bottle of French red wine and went to work decorating my "space". Actually what I was really doing was celebrating my new singleness. New life!... Continue Reading →

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