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Liz Smith
 
 
 
 

Sensible Indulgences | April 23, 2009

Sensible Indulgences, otherwise known as a few of my favorite things!


 

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Christine Spencer
 
 
 
 

LIFE IS SHORT… | April 22, 2009

Don’t wait for time. Make it. Don’t wait for love. Feel it. Don’t wait for money. Earn it. Don’t wait for the path. Find it. Don’t wait for opportunity. Create it.


 

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Libby Haynes
 
 
 
 

Painting Inside-Out | April 22, 2009

I once lived in a circa 1940′s duplex with built-in bookcases on either side of the fireplace in the living room.  Vexed by the dated feel of the bookcases, I painted the room a warm butter color and filled the bookcases with photos and books and my collections of wicker bottles and antique finials.

Still the bookcases bothered me.  One day, inspired by a Ralph Lauren ad, I painted the back wall of the bookcases a fabulous chocolate brown.  Instantly they were transformed and the feel totally updated.

These bookcases probably had doors on the lower cabinets at one time … Read More »


 

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Editor
 
 
 
 

Darby Scott Launches New Pieces For 2009 | April 22, 2009

The Darby Scott collection of handbags, accessories, and jewelry is designed for the discriminating connoisseur who appreciates old world craftsmanship and an unfailing attention to detail.


 

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Gabrielle & Paul Krake
 
 
 
 

Kids, Martial Arts & Life Lessons | April 22, 2009

April is Prevent Child Abuse Month, I want to highlight the fact that martial arts not only teaches children to defend themselves if necessary, it instills a level of confidence that will ensure they will be far less likely to be a victim to such abuse.


 

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kimbyers
 
 
 
 

Treat Your Bride-to-Be With Cake | April 22, 2009

This cake idea is a beautiful way to shower your bride-to-be with something sweet.


 

POSTED by
 
Beth Anderson
 
 
 
 

Brunch Eggs | April 21, 2009

The perfect egg dish for a large family or a holiday brunch! Easy to make and oh, so yummy!


 

POSTED by
 
Shirley Meerson
 
 
 
 

MARTIAL ARTS ENTHUSIASTS – LISTEN UP | April 21, 2009

Gracefulness in combat.  Relaxed and focused.  An entertaining balance of action and drama.  Ip Man is a film that tells the story of a martial arts legend the Wing Chun grandmaster, whose many students included Bruce Lee.

Wing Chun is a Chinese martial art that emphasizes aggressive close range combat.  The name literally means “Spring Chant”.

This style of martial arts is considered the soft technique – meaning

the objective is to turn an opponent’s force into their disadvantage and to thereby use the minimum amount of force oneself. 

As the teachings of Wing Chun were originally an oral tradition passed down … Read More »