What's it all about ???

Alfie? Remember that song? Guess I'm dating myself.

Anyway, in these troublesome times, we can be wondering, or perhaps relearning -

WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT :

I think we're learning, it's not about what we have, or even what we do (secularly). It's about home, family, friends. And in these times, we're all about spending time together and helping one another.

That's why home is so important. A beautiful, relaxed, comforting home is where we all want to return to at the end of a hectic day. The kids, Mom & Dad, or if we're single, we all experience stresses during the day and home is where we need to unwind. And if we're dealing with the stress of job loss, salary cutbacks, or added debt, we need a comfortable and welcoming home environment even more.

Nowadays, people are rearranging and reusing existing furnishings to create a more comfortable environment. This goes right along with the 'go green' movement, and it is an affordable alternative. Then a few moderate accessories can complete the look. The services of a Design Professional can help you avoid costly mistakes. Designers have relationships with retailers, manufacturers and consignment venues; and can save you money and frustration.

Remember also, that what makes it home, is first and foremost the people. We all need to love one another more, help one another more, support one another more. And bake some cookies once in a while.

More people today are looking to self-employment - whether to supplement a tight budget, or for full time income. And they deserve all the credit in the world for making the effort. Why not do our best to support these self-made entrepreneurs. Let's all go out of our way, just a little, to support a local business person.

And why not look for a way to do someone a favor - help a neighbor out, for free, just to be nice.