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Let’s Go To Paris!

I've been thinking a lot lately about Paris (when am I not?), and I'm feeling that familiar four-month itch again. In light of current world events, traveling feels a bit different—yet my desire to roam those charming streets, taste something delicious, or discover another hidden gem is stronger than ever. I've put together some of my favorite places, from quirky design finds to spots for inspiration, fantastic food, and cozy stays. If you're daydreaming about Paris too, come wander along with me. I'd love to know your thoughts—and whether you'd hop on a plane right now, hesitation and all.

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Spring into Easter

Get inspired for your Easter brunch or spring gathering with this cheerful tablescape guide! Featuring layered vintage and modern dishes, playful touches like ceramic chickens and jellybeans, and easy spring flower ideas, this post is full of creative ways to dress your table. Plus, don’t miss the fashion mood board and fun styling tips to help you look as fresh as your table setting

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How Do I Need To Change So That My Life Changes? The Road to Achieving My Self Improvement Goals

Who do you want to be? Ask yourself: How does that person act? How old are you? Ask yourself: How old do I act? How healthy are you? Ask yourself: How healthy do I act? How intelligent, ambitious, and successful are you? Ask yourself: How intelligent, ambitious, and successful do I act? Embracing change and rediscovering yourself looks different for everyone. Here are some of the ideas and changes …

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Longevity Lane: Navigating Fitness in Your 50s and Beyond

My three favorite words to hear each morning? "Exercise ring closed." Ah, the sweet satisfaction of knowing I've already achieved a small victory before the day has truly begun. For women and men over 50, navigating the maze of staying in shape can feel like trying to find your way out of a cornfield blindfolded. But fear not, fellow fitness enthusiasts, for I come bearing not only inspiration …

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Moving Up? Moving Out? Downsizing? Real Estate Notes from a Seller

Tips For Selling Your Home Deciding to sell your house, whether you have lived there for 25 years or bought the fixer-upper knowing you would flip it in a year, might conjure up many unwelcome emotions and a pile of stress.  I was little prepared when I decided to get my house ready for the open market.  Despite creating beautiful, livable and personal spaces for people for much of my career, I …

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#Grannyhair – Love it!

For the first time in my life,  something that is happening to my body naturally is actually in fashion and it even has a trendy hashtag to go with it - #grannyhair!  I have been fighting going grey for the past 10 years.  At first I would frown and pluck the offending, wiry grey's from my head.  Then, it seemed to happen  almost overnight, they became too numerous to pluck. I headed …

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Guest Room Design – On Trend Yet Timeless

It all started with a floor plan that I drew for a friend who is moving to a new apartment in Boston.  She has always wanted to have a "proper" guest room.  She wants people to come and stay, feel welcome and pampered! I also love walking by a great guest room and knowing that someone could pop in at any time. A beautiful and functional guest room is the beginning and the end to every great …

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