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Making A House A Home

Yesterday I staged a home that just went on the market. There is always a fire in me when I stage a place, ideas swirling, possibilities showing their shiny little faces. Often the homes I go into are in need of far more than a decorator’s touch.  They are...

When Coffee Isn't Just Coffee

Every so often, I treat myself to a drive through Starbucks before I get into the tasks of the day, instead of just pushing the button on my Keurig. This little guilty pleasure generally includes a non-fat no-water Chai or a skinny Caramel Macchiato. And for the past...

When God Forgets

If you ever want to shut down a conversation with God, I know a way.  – Bring up your past. – Try to talk about your old sins, the ones you’ve already confessed and walked away from. – Ignore the fact that they are forgiven and forgotten. Sins....

Fanning The Flame

  There you are.  Sitting at your desk, trying to get things done. But you can’t stop looking at the candle that is burning next to you. You find ourself mesmerized by the movement and the glow of something you don’t fully understand. The silent...

The Secret To Getting Fired Up

I pushed the button.  I turned the knob.  I got a flame. For about three and half seconds. Try as I might, I could not get the pilot light of my gas fireplace to stay lit.  And if that wasn’t happening, there was no way that a roaring fire to warm my cold...

On The Other Side Of The Fence

Funny things happen when you resemble Tom Sawyer. When you put on a pair of overalls and head toward that fence with brush in hand, you get the benefit of Tom’s familiarity and likability.  Neighbors and strangers who mention the similarity between the two of...