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Got Love?

 To paraphrase Roger Caras, a former host at Westminster, and the 14th president of the ASPCA, ‘Pets are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole’.  A few…

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Let’ s Be Real Friends

Technology is fine.  I learn things as I need to, and as long as it helps me get things done better and faster, and there are kind and honest people…

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They’ re B-a-a-a-a-a-c-k!

The Times recently ran a story about the upcoming launch of “True Prep”, a 2.0 version of the 1980 cult-classic “The Official Preppy Handbook”. Interesting. I would like to say I…

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It IS Girl Scout Cookie Time! (STILL!)

The door to door ordering time has passed, it is still possible to procure these treats, but better hurry. Heart of the Hudson, the council that oversees scout troops in our area…

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STUFF

STUFF One of George Carlin’s best routines was about STUFF. Debuted in the mid 80’s, it still rings true today, over 25 years later:  nearly 1.9 million viewings of this 5…

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SURPRISE! There’s A New Lead Paint Law

SURPRISE! There’s A New Lead Paint Law In less than an hour, the EPA’s new RRP law officially goes into effect. RRP stands for Renovation, Repair and Painting, and sets…

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Goldfish Logic

Goldfish Logic Over the weekend, Doug and I celebrated our 16th anniversary (in Stockbridge MA) and then surprised Grandma Stella to ring in her 96th birthday(Rochester NY) and logged at least 20 hours of…

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Picking Wall Colors, Part Deux

Picking Wall Colors, Part Deux Green is the New Beige Yes. But so is Flora, Weimaraner, Croquet, Alpaca, and Mistletoe. Also-Pashmina, Meditation, Cotswold, Paris Rain, and Coastal Path. Part of…

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Be Comfortable Picking Paint Colors

Be Comfortable Picking Paint Colors Even when I was working in the retail furniture industry, getting paid on straight commission, I always tried to start by establishing the wall color…

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Releasing the Kraken!!

Fans of  BRAVO network Real Housewives of NYC already know that how wildly loyalties have shifted and relationships have changed this season. After last nights’ episode, Andy Cohen of BRAVO’s…

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Marie approaches her recommendations with a down-to-earth sensibility and is also a lot of fun! I have a new friend.

– Susan Sachs, Chappaqua

After Marie staged our house, we had second thoughts about leaving. Couldn't believe we live here.

– Paula and Roger, Hastings-on-Hudson

I don’t always like deferring to experts, but my investment was paid back approximately 20:1.

– Thor Mann, Croton-on-Hudson

Marie has a skill set that is professional and gentle. She removes a homeowner's stress and feeling of being overwhelmed.

– Bonnie Stein, Julia B Fee, Rye

Marie was very easy to work with. I wish we had used her expertise years ago!

– Barry Zelin, Ardsley

Marie Graham gets 5 stars from us! She was spot on in knowing exactly how our house should look for the photographs and the showings.

– Charlotte and Hal, Ardsley

Marie helped us with both selling our old home and decorating our new home. She recommends practical items of good value and is so committed to the details.

– Sandy McCormick Sleepy Hollow

I'm very thankful for Marie's excellent suggestions, from paint colors to floor finishes. We had 3 offers and sold above the asking price!

– George Casale, Bronxville

Marie is the color whisperer. We wanted totally new colors, and now our home is colorful, energizing and harmonious. Our friends comment on how welcoming and warm it is.

– Lesa Rader

She is smart, funny, engaging, with a great eye and creative ideas that we’ve implemented ourselves. I highly recommend her!

– Nan F., White Plains

She’s through and goes throught your home without judgment, providing recommendations with absolutely no pressure.

– Karen Dreher, New Rochelle