Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

ByMary Crozier

Well, it’s officially summer and we are so grateful to be up in the Arizona mountains and out of the 100+ degree heat. This is the first weekend since May that I do not have something (event, travel) scheduled and I hope to relax and do lots of reading, naps and baking. Do you have…

Who Loves a Beautiful Window Box?
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Who Loves a Beautiful Window Box?

ByMary Crozier

Currently I am traveling in Connecticut and during my morning walk, I am surprised to see so many beautiful window boxes filled with colorful flowers. Naturally this got me thinking about window boxes and how I do not have a one. Nada. No where on either of our properties is there a single window box!…

Exterior Revivals: Before and After of Home Facelifts
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Exterior Revivals: Before and After of Home Facelifts

ByMary Crozier

Who doesn’t love a good Before and After photo, especially when it comes to homes. For nearly 10 years, I found my passion in restoring and remodeling homes in our neighborhood. My business, Picket Fences, would breathe new life into older homes. This concept was long before “flippers” came onto the housing scene. With every…

Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

ByMary Crozier

Welcome to Saturday Meanderings! So much of my week was devoted to a neighborhood issue~lots of research, creating a powerpoint presentation and sitting in a hearing for 5 hours. Naturally I’d rather be decorating for the holidays, but sometimes other responsibilities take precedent. We have a rather large event at the house today, so I’m…

Our First Fall Styling Workshop is a Success!
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Our First Fall Styling Workshop is a Success!

ByMary Crozier

Last Thursday and Friday, we hosted the very first Fall Styling Workshop here at our historic property, Bella Terra. Naturally, for weeks and months beforehand, we dreamed and planned. But anything you imagine in your head and then execute in real life, comes with a bit of trepidation. I am very happy to say, with…