We ask Magic Zip Code's Deana, "Whats the most important room when selling a house?" She smiles and nods, of course it's the kitchen. So how do we sell if our kitchens are neither newly remodeled nor fitted with quartz and marble countertops? Yep, that's right. It used to be granite. Now it's quartz. And… Continue reading There’s Magic In The Kitchen…
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Gila Monster Obsession…
Obsession starts small and then tightens its grip, threatening to strangle resistance. The more we try to wriggle free, the greater the hold. Kinda like a gila monster. Baby Chicken spent her sixth year fueled by a search for the elusive lizard known as Gila. She, fascinated by the strange creature, spent time in the… Continue reading Gila Monster Obsession…
Magic Downsize…
Does the thought of downsizing bring you down? Your house is the place the kids grew up. All your stuff is here. You know all the neighbors. It's home. But think of what you could do with all that extra money. And less--or no--yard work, pool maintenance and tree trimming. And the cleaning, oh my.… Continue reading Magic Downsize…
The Great Butter Debate…
I went to a friend's house once and she had cheese in a cabinet. Not a block of Velveeta--cheese; like a hunk of cheddar you buy at Safeway. Not fancy cheese from a monger, who might advise you to keep it on the counter as it's so damn yummy, it'll be gone in two days.… Continue reading The Great Butter Debate…
There’s Magic in Staging…
As for perfect jobs, how about staging homes? Decorating, arranging and OCDing all over someone else's home with the sole purpose of making it look good without spending your own money? Am I dreaming? It is indeed a real thing, a real job (How to get? Advise please.) that makes homes sell faster, for more… Continue reading There’s Magic in Staging…
Wisdom Through Sweat…
I'd like to say wisdom comes through some sort of deep exercise. Nah, truth is, on the surface of the sun lifting a martini glass can cause one to break into a sweat. What's a girl to do? Reflect on some deep thoughts from our favorite life coach Lauren. She's got some wise words for… Continue reading Wisdom Through Sweat…
Yoga With Open-Toed Shoes…
Healthy lifestyle circles me like Australian sharks. Since I choose exercise as often as I would choose diving with sharp toothed sea creatures, this can be an irritant. With every move, or non move, I am reminded to eat right, exercise, breathe deeply, and tend to mind, body, spirit connection. I'd like to say cancer… Continue reading Yoga With Open-Toed Shoes…
What Happens in LA…
What happens in LA stays in LA. Generally. Although names have been changed to protect whoever's innocent, the following did in fact happen on a recent weekend in LaLa Land. The tale begins with Bloody Marys by the pool. In the morning. Which stretches to afternoon. A book called, Do One Thing Every Day That… Continue reading What Happens in LA…
Commando Debate…
Duchess Dolls always hunt for interesting fare. What shoots across the desk this morning falls into that file. Chicks on YouTube debating going commando. Disclaimer: The women are young; younger than this old broad. They are squeamish about flying the flag sans panties. Find me a woman of a certain age and she'll school you.… Continue reading Commando Debate…
The Tents Are Going Up…
It’s almost here—that magical time of year to buy a car and our favorite guy is putting up the tents early. Big Al, every Duchess Dolls favorite dealer, isn’t waiting until Memorial Day to kick off the summer deals. Wait—is Memorial Day car sale time a gimmick or is there an actual reason to buy… Continue reading The Tents Are Going Up…
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