Aspen, Colorado has long been considered a world class ski resort that attracts wealthy and famous visitors who seek the Rocky Mountain high life. Yet, the Aspen lifestyle, as described by locals, evokes a deeper, richer story, a story centered on a very strong sense of community that began in
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01/09/2012
It was another lovely day at the beach in Carpinteria, and a walk at low tide completes our week. As we were walking splashing in the surf, I saw this lovely picture ahead of a grandfather and granddaughter fishing together. They looked so happy together, I just had to snap a picture. As we g
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01/08/2012
Our favorite strawberry grower was here at the Santa Barbara Farmers' Market with the January strawberries. The January strawberries are big, meaty and very sweet. They are so beautiful to look at, and we are having them for dessert this evening with a touch of Grand Marnier and whipped cream.
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01/08/2012
Although the world has become a global village, we love buying from our local farmers. Some drive 2-3 hours to Santa Barbara to grace us with their beautiful fruit and produce every Saturday morning. I loved this shot as it gave the message, clear and simple. WATCH VIDEOS- Buzz-Worthy Luxury R
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01/08/2012
We always have our camra with us, when we go to the Saturday Farmers' Market in Santa Barbara. One of our favorite stands is on the right as you enter. Today, there was a surprise on the table. The photo above is a close up. Can you guess what it is? Here is a wider shot. Do you know what i
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01/07/2012
A consumer’s first impression of a company or luxury real estate marketing professional is of paramount importance. If you manage to make an indelible positive first impression, your next challenge is to be consistent with every subsequent encounter over time. That is if you want to have a cus
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01/06/2012
We spent part of our day in Beverly Hills today on appointments. We finished early, and decided to head out to a special deli/bakery in Santa Monica that we used to frequent when we lived in Brentwood. We could always find some imported culinary delight, that we had experienced in Italy or ot
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01/05/2012
Every Sunset is different, and yesterday's was no exception. Unlike Monday's which was fiery and full of oranges and reds, Tuesday's was pastel with the same pinks that inspiried pink housepaint which are still in style on Spanish homes in parts of Los Angeles, Beverly Hills and Santa Barbara.
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01/04/2012
Maui - The Valley Isle Sure, Oprah and many other celebs own homes here. But, top celebrity status on Maui belongs to Laird Hamilton, often referred to as the “greatest big wave surfer to have lived”. He is also credited for igniting the popularity of stand up paddling (SUP), a sport that Hami
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01/04/2012
We have been delighted with warm weather to start the New Year. It seems to me than whenever it is time for the Rose Parade and the Rosebowl game, we have warm weather to tempt the follks from Wisconsin and other cold venues into moving to our side of the United States. The weather for the gam
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01/02/2012
