Author Archives: Jyl Duffy
Using a REALTOR or FSBO
Today I was put to the test. My oldest daughter and her new husband plan to sell their current home and buy a larger home. Not wanting to be an interfering mother I could have kept totally out of it. … Continue reading
Christmas…Cookies and Other Fluff
Christmas is arriving very soon, whether we’re “ready” or not…it seems that happens every year, so why are we surprised? If December 25 didn’t come as scheduled, if we could have it arrive when we’re “ready,” when would it come? … Continue reading
Christmas Season Attitudes: Joy to the World or Grinch
Are you saying “Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas!” or “Bah! Humbug!” this time of year? Maybe a little of each? Have you thought ” I wish Christmas was over”? Why is that? This is a subject we all talk about. … Continue reading
Master Closet or Nightmare Storage
Fall has been here for many weeks. We’ve also enjoyed the extended time of beautiful warm weather, not too hot, not too cool, but just right! However, if past weather history continues the time will come that the temps will … Continue reading
Summertime and the Garden is Plentiful
While I was out-of-town and involved with my daughter’s wedding the raspberry patch continued to provide. After a 2 week vacation we were blessed to return to a raspberry patch ripe and ready to harvest. Having more berries than I can … Continue reading
Life is Precious
How often have you heard, “I never thought it would happen to me”? We always think it’s always going to be the other person when things go wrong. In one week I’ve had two reminders of just how precious and … Continue reading
Summertime and the Livin is Easy…?
Hurray! It’s June, which means it’s summer regardless of the weather. The kids are out of school and the vacation season has begun in earnest. Our own Sarah and family are enjoying Disney. I can’t wait to hear the stories. … Continue reading
