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Carol isn’t just full of savvy ideas — she’s a home expert in her own right. As a busy professional, wife, and mother of two, Carol understands the need to have your home be your sanctuary. She’s a communication executive in an industry focused on managing homes and communities and has spent a lifetime collecting ideas on how to manage her own in fun and unique ways.
Monthly Archives: November 2011
Electronics holiday buying guide
Thursday November 24, 2011 • 2 Comments
Electronics are a big-ticket holiday item (no kidding), and Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales herald the start of serious savings.
How to transition the holidays
Wednesday November 23, 2011 • 00 Comments
I love decorating my Christmas tree as the Thanksgiving turkey bakes in the oven. It gives the kids something to do (instead of sampling the premade fixings) and by the time Black Friday comes, I’m already in the Christmas spirit!
Holiday activities for the kids
Monday November 21, 2011 • 00 Comments
For a community-friendly approach, get together some of your neighborhood’s most trusted babysitters and caretakers. Let them take the kids for some fun they’ll never forget.
TODAY’s vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes
Friday November 18, 2011 • 00 Comments
These recipes capture the flavors of the season and ensure that your vegetarian guests will no longer find themselves banished to the breadbasket!
Host a Black Friday after party
Thursday November 17, 2011 • 00 Comments
You’ve scored a lot of unbelievable deals during Black Friday — why not show off your purchases while relaxing with your friends and neighbors? Gathering everyone together to decompress is a great way to end the day.
5 amazing Thanksgiving leftover recipes
Wednesday November 16, 2011 • 00 Comments
Thanksgiving leftovers: some might say these are the best part of the holiday, since they encourage culinary creativity and adventurous recipe sampling.
Fun activities for the Thanksgiving kids’ table
Monday November 14, 2011 • 00 Comments
I like to make the kids’ table at my house fun with turkey day paper plates and even a themed dessert like creative brownies or cupcakes topped with turkeys.
3 cozy guest bed ideas
Thursday November 10, 2011 • 00 Comments
If you’re hosting guests this holiday season, it’s a nice gesture to make sure the bed is as cozy and comfortable as possible.
The community coat project: warm your neighbors
Wednesday November 9, 2011 • 00 Comments
At least a few unused coats are taking up space in my hallway closet, and there’s no better season to give those to someone who needs them most.
5 great home décor shopping websites
Thursday November 3, 2011 • 4 Comments
These five favorite websites of mine provide endless inspiration for home décor along with timesaving convenience.
Create your perfect home office
Wednesday November 2, 2011 • 00 Comments
Need a home office? If you’re like me, having a dedicated workspace that is both organized and pleasant helps immensely with productivity — and mood!
