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12 March 2009

As I’m sitting here writing this blog, I am watching tiny flakes of “white stuff” falling from the gray clouds above. I’m from the south and have a hard time with snow in March.  I keep thinking we will have a “spring thaw”, but I realize this is Chicago - and we know not to try and predict the weather.  In the south, this is the time of year when azaleas are in bloom, so watching the snow makes me wish for color outside.

But before the color starts to show up in the gardens, try a little color in your home!  This could be as simple as a new or recovered throw pillow for the couch, or more complicated such as painting an accent wall - but it all adds color, and color helps create the mood of the room.  You could also change your artwork to change the color or even the season in a room.  Any small color change will help the mood as we drift, ever so slowly - into warmer weather.

14 March 2009

I was shopping at Trader Joe’s yesterday and picked up a bunch of beautiful daffodils that were on sale.  A lady came by and was looking at the flowers as well - but put them back saying “I kill every flower I touch”.  That made me think - flowers are a lovely way to add a bit of much needed springtime to your home.  I suggested she buy a bunch, and when she got home to cut off the stems, place them in cold water and make sure she changes the water every-other day.  On my way out I saw her at the check out counter with several bunches in her basket - she said “thanks” and was anxious to take my advice and try to keep the daffodils alive for more than a day.

Flowers are such a simple way to brighten any room and they are easy to take care of as long as you change the water.