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my training as a true color expert

I’m back from my trip to Vancouver … and it was amazing!  Most importantly, Maria Killam from Colour Me Happy is as delightful in person as she is on her blog. Maria is incredibly knowledgeable, practical, warm, engaging and funny.  To have the opportunity to learn from her is one that …

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good morning, vancouver!

Good morning, Vancouver! View from my downtown hotel room I arrived late last night – as in 2 am East Coast time – for my True Color Expert Training with Maria Killam.  I’m so excited.  I love color – and I love the amazing difference paint makes in a room.  Paint selection …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: karen williams

Today we plan for one or more cooks, as well as their friends and family.  After all, who doesn’t want an extra hand in the kitchen?  Insisting on a room that’s warm and open in feeling, where items are placed where they logically should be, makes it natural for all …

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a visit to the greenbrier

I had such a marvelous time at the Greenbrier this weekend!  My sweet hubby knew that I wanted to attend the High Style with Dorothy Draper event, so he up and surprised me with reservations.  It was every bit of what I had anticipated, and I’ll probably be regaling you …

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