Digging Deep
"Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier." - Mother Teresa
Every artist has her or his muse, a person who inspires, motivates, and encourages creativity. Leonardo ...By Cynthia Brian
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Stylish Solutions
Welcome to transition season, Stylish Suburbanite. Yes, it's that time of year again, as we are heading headlong into fall. This month I'm sharing helpful design and decorating tips you, as Stylish Suburbanites, can use as the summer to fall transition enters full ...By Ann McDonald
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Should Empty Nesters Refeather the Nest?
Like a giant slingshot, I am getting ready to launch my youngest child into the world. Actually, I'm just getting ready to send him off to college next month, but the fact remains: After raising three children, my husband and I will be "empty nesters."
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Digging Deep
Kings and cabbages go back to compost, but good deeds stay green forever, ~ Rick De Marinis
Gardening is good for you. It rekindles our passions, arouses our senses and keeps us in shape. ...By Cynthia Brian
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Smart Ideas for Your Student's Learning Environment
"The secret to getting ahead is getting started." - Mark Twain
As the promise of a new school year ...By Michele Duffy
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Via Moraga Will Welcome Homeowners in Early 2017
For 40 years, Moraga's Rheem Valley Bowl was a popular hangout for Lamorindans of all ages. In 1999, the bowling alley lost its lease and closed its doors. For the next five years, the boarded up building sat, abandoned and deteriorating. In 2004, the building was ...By Diane Claytor
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August Gardening Guide
"I am weary of swords and courts and kings. Let us go into the garden and watch the minister's bees." - Mary Johnston
There is a symphony playing daily in my garden. While my husband ...By Cynthia Brian
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Stylish Solutions
How has your summer been so far, Stylish Suburbanite? I hope it's been refreshing, relaxing and filled with fun gatherings of friends and family.
While you're basking in the summer sun, ...By Ann McDonald
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Setting the Stage for a Home Sale
You need a bigger home; you want a smaller home; you need to live in a different location. For whatever reason, you've decided to sell your home. You've hired a real estate agent and signed a contract. The stage is set for foot traffic; now let the offers start rolling ...By Cathy Dausman
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Digging Deep
When it's sweltering outside, I want to be in the garden. I find it challenging to sit in my office writing articles or producing radio shows when nature beckons me to be nurturing the earth.
By Cynthia Brian
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Lack of Supply Affects Home Sales
The second quarter of 2016 had some ...By Conrad Bassett
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Uncovering the Pros and Cons of Pool Covers
When the mercury rises, families are ready to dive into a community or backyard pool, but how to keep pools safe and warm is an ongoing concern for homeowners with pools. While pool covers provide a level of safety and can reduce heating costs, depending on the type, ...By Cathy Tyson
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Stylish Solutions
Welcome to summer, Lamorinda! It's time to declutter and cool down our interior spaces. This month, I wanted to share a favorite summer combination for accessories, pillows and updates: the beloved blue and white.
By Ann McDonald
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The Airbnb Listing Next Door
On any given night, weary travelers can enjoy a comfortable bed, clean sheets and a warm welcome in homes across Lamorinda while their hosts earn extra money. With approximately 50 Airbnb listings in Moraga, Orinda and Lafayette, many residents may not be aware that ...By Cathy Tyson
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Feng Shui
Graduations have come and gone along with the 2016 school year, and once again summer is in full bloom. Many people will be heading to beaches and state parks for summer vacations, either close by or near to the majestic oceans that surround our magnificent, awe ...By Michele Duffy
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Lamorinda Weekly, Moraga CA