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Create a Home That Matches Your 2025 Resolutions
As we enter the New Year, consider how your space can support the life you want to build.

Doug Gamblin
Jan 22 min read
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Favorite Things: Our Top Picks for 2024
From high-tech kitchen gadgets to self-care essentials and delicious local deals, these picks will make your holiday season merry and bright

Doug Gamblin
Dec 6, 20242 min read
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A Slice of Love: The Dalton Family’s Thanksgiving Pie Tradition
The Daltons had a tradition that could only be described as epic: a pie for every person at the table.

Doug Gamblin
Nov 25, 20242 min read
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Gratitude is "Contagious!" Spread Joy This Thanksgiving
I love Thanksgiving because it beckons us to reflect on what we’re grateful for and share kindness with those around us

Doug Gamblin
Nov 15, 20243 min read
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Is Your Home Up to Par? What Today's Homebuyers Really Want
In today's dynamic housing market, homebuyers are seeking more than just a place to live – they're looking for a sanctuary that meets...

Doug Gamblin
Feb 20, 20242 min read
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Valentine's Day With the Family
Dianne and I (and Frank, of course!) love to celebrate holidays and Valentine's Day is no exception. We enjoy celebrating love, and what...

Doug Gamblin
Jan 30, 20243 min read
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More Than a Tasty Fruit: Embrace Persimmon, HGTV's Color of the Year
Persimmon trees are a true marvel this time of the year, with their leafless branches becoming a canvas for the vibrant fruits that hang...

Doug Gamblin
Jan 5, 20242 min read
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Thanksgiving Pie: California Dreamin'
Interested in the Thanksgiving pie trends sweeping the nation? Delve into the delectable insights provided by Google's "most searched"...

Doug Gamblin
Nov 16, 20232 min read
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Prime Day Picks: Unveiling 2023's Hottest Home Buys
Amazon Prime Day, which took place this week, has once again left millions of shoppers delighted with a "cartful" of fantastic deals....

Doug Gamblin
Oct 12, 20233 min read
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Mom's Must-Haves: Dianne's Inexpensive Gift Ideas
We edited this previous post to include some recent must-have Mother's Day gifts. Hurry. The clock is ticking! Mother's Day is just...

Doug Gamblin
May 9, 20233 min read
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Spring Cleaning for People Who Hate Spring Cleaning
I hate spring cleaning. Dianne hates spring cleaning. Even Frank, the dog, hates spring cleaning. Spring cleaning is a task that many...

Doug Gamblin
Mar 23, 20232 min read
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I Killed it at the Cookie Swap, and so can YOU!
Is the neighborhood Cookie Swap coming up and you'd like something dazzling to share with your friends without spending the whole...

Doug Gamblin
Dec 15, 20221 min read
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Oprah's Got Nothing on Me! Doug's Favorite Things 2022!
I know you've all been waiting for my second annual 'Favorite Things' post with a little something for everyone on your gift list, sort...

Doug Gamblin
Nov 18, 20223 min read
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Doug's Favorite Things 2021!
Oprah has her ‘Favorite Things’ List and since Oprah’s got nothing on me, I thought it would be fun (and maybe humorous) to share my...

Doug Gamblin
Dec 3, 20214 min read
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Ready for a New Thanksgiving Tradition?
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Spending quality time with people we love has never been more important. Thanksgiving 2021 is the...

Doug Gamblin
Nov 22, 20212 min read
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From an Old Farmhouse Pump Room to a Chic Mantel!
Dianne was lucky enough to get a beam from the 120 year-old farmhouse where she grew up in Gridley, CA. It's a beautiful piece of wood,...

Doug Gamblin
Sep 3, 20212 min read
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Think Green: Super Easy St. Patrick's Day Ideas for Kids!
I recently had my DNA results analyzed and I’m pleased to report that I’m 17% Irish. I’m not entirely sure which part of me is Irish, but...

Doug Gamblin
Mar 7, 20213 min read
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Super Soft Sugar Cookie Recipe: A Fat Tuesday Recipe!
The truth is simple: Everyone loves a sugar cookie. And if they don’t, it’s possible that they could be lying. Oh, I’m not talking about...

Doug Gamblin
Feb 16, 20211 min read
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Home for the Holidays! Napkin Folding: Holiday Hero Edition!
Do you need a little pick-me-up for your holiday table decor? Try this simple napkin fold to add a little extra pizazz to your...

Doug Gamblin
Dec 25, 20201 min read
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Home for the Holidays: Deck Your Pet Edition!
There has never been a more important time to be "Home for Holidays" than 2020! And if you are looking for a few new tips and tricks for...

Doug Gamblin
Dec 10, 20201 min read
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