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Feather your nest.

NOVEMBER 2015

t’s November, the weather has turned and it feels like it’s time to burrow in and do a bit of nesting. For me that usually includes making a pot of soup, pouring a glass of wine and curling up with a good book.

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Our homes are the most important place we have, for good reason. We raise our families in them and because of that, they’re precious and we tend to take great pride in them. A long time ago I discovered these words by Willam Morris, “Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful." Morris was perhaps ahead of his time, but just in time for me because I’ve been quite diligent about sizing down over the years. In fact, simplifying and sizing down has become my new normal. I’ve consistently rid myself of possessions over the years until I’ve reached a point where I’m comfortable knowing that everything I own is special to me; it's literally either useful or beautiful.

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Speaking of nesting, one of my favorite possessions is a birdbath. For many years it sat, doing what it was meant to do, in my garden, but over the years it has made its way into the house. It’s one of those rare treasures that I can’t picture myself getting rid of. Indoors, it’s been repurposed into a nightstand, an end table and I’ve even used it as a Christmas tree stand. It’s beautiful. It’s useful and I adore it. There’s lots to adore in our November issue. We’re focusing on the home, how to find the right one, and how to make it everything you’d like it to be. I hope you enjoy our tips, tools, trends and inspirations and find them useful while feathering your own nest.

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18 Inspired Living on the Boise River

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Around Town YELLOWSTONE PARTNERS EXPANDS

TWO ZERO EIGHT SALON AND SPA DEBUTS

Yellowstone Partners is expanding to Boise with the addition of Kevin Donovan, Sterling Russell and Daniel Richards. Their office will be located in the Belgravia Building in downtown Boise. Donovan most recently served as president for Key Bank in Idaho. He has 16 years experience in financial services. Russell was a senior vice president and senior portfolio manager for Key Bank. He has 27 years of financial market experience, including 12 years as an investment analyst and strategist, and 15 years as a portfolio manager and chief investment officer for a life insurance company. Richards, an 11-year wealth management advisor, joined Yellowstone Partners in 2014 after 10 years at Northwestern Mutual. He spent nearly four years as managing director overseeing all insurance and investment operations for Eastern Idaho. Yellowstone Partners, LLC is an Idaho Falls-based Registered Investment Advisor established in 2005. Its predecessor company was founded in 1972. For more information: YellowstonePartners.com.

Two Zero Eight Salon and Spa made their debut on September 1st in the heart of downtown Boise. The salon is located on the corner of 8th and Bannock in the historical Hoff building. Two Zero Eight is locally owned and operated by Laura Nigh, a stylist who has been in the beauty industry for 10 years. Her passion is making men, women and children feel relaxed, yet confident and beautiful in their own skin. The salon is named after the area code of Idaho because Nigh feels it’s important to support local and to take pride in the beauty where we live--not only in the landscape, but in the people. Look for Two Zero Eight during Boise's First Thursday events, as well as on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. They will be posting current trends, tips, before and after photos, upcoming events, specials, and more. You can find them at TwoZeroEightSalonAndSpa.com. Two Zero Eight Salon and Spa 810 West Bannock Street Boise, Idaho 83702 208.287.3787

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The Bishop Kelly Foundation Winner’s Choice Dinner and Auction will be held at the Boise Center the evening of November 7. The Foundation provides financial support to the school and need-based, faithblind tuition assistance to its students. Each ticket includes dinner for two and a chance to win a car of the winner’s choice on display from Mountain Home Auto Ranch. This has been a successful tradition for 39 years. The evening also includes a silent and live auction of a wide variety of items, services, trips, and dinners. This year’s theme is “A Knight In Vegas”—the BK mascot is a knight--and although there will be no gaming, the event will capture the glitz with Vegas-themed décor. For more information on the event, or to purchase tickets, visit BishopKellyFoundation.org or contact Rita Franklin at rfranklin@ bk.org or 208.323.4789.

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Food & Wine

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ith the holidays fast approaching, opportunities for delicious sweets and elegant drinks are bound to be plentiful. Versatile and available year round, California dried figs are naturally sweet, nutrient rich and full of flavor. They also make a great snack during the busy holidays. Because these figs are dried, they partner well with wine and spirits and can be infused with more flavor to create delectable desserts. For recipes using figs throughout the year, visit ValleyFig.com.

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Serves: 8 1 refrigerated pie crust 1 cup stemmed, chopped Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California figs 1 cup packed light brown sugar 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons bourbon 3 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup light corn syrup 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted Sweetened whipped cream Adjust oven rack to middle position. Heat oven to 375 F. Coat 9-inch glass pie plate with vegetable oil spray. Fit pie crust into plate, flute edge. Chill until ready to bake. In medium saucepan, combine figs, brown sugar, butter and bourbon. Stir over medium heat until butter and sugar melt. In medium bowl, whisk eggs and salt until well blended. Whisk in corn syrup and orange zest. Stir in fig mixture. Sprinkle nuts evenly over bottom of crust. Pour fig mixture over nuts. Bake 35-45 minutes or until center is set, shielding crust with foil after 30 minutes. Cool. Chill until serving. Served with whipped cream. Note: Pie can be made up to 1 day ahead and refrigerated. (Reheat at 300 F for 10-15 minutes.) 14

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CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKES WITH FIGS AND PORT

Makes: 12 mini-cheesecakes 1/2 cup finely crushed chocolate wafer cookies 1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 1/2 cups stemmed Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California figs 1/2 cup port 1/2 cup sugar 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped 2 tablespoons water 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1/2 cup sour cream 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adjust oven rack to middle position. Heat oven to 325 F. Line 12 (2 3/4-inch) muffin cups with paper cups. In small bowl, stir together crushed cookies, nuts and butter. Spoon about 1 tablespoon crumb mixture into bottom of each cup, dividing evenly; press into even layer. Bake in middle of oven 5-8 minutes, until fragrant. Cut about 1/2 cup figs into 36 thin, lengthwise slices. Place in small heatproof container with lid; set aside. In small saucepan, bring port and sugar to a simmer over medium heat and stir for 1 minute to form clear syrup. Pour 1/2 cup syrup over sliced figs. Cool; cover and chill until serving time. Finely chop remaining 1 cup figs and add to saucepan with remaining syrup. Return to heat and simmer, stirring often, until liquid evaporates. Spoon about 1 tablespoon warm fig mixture over crust in each cup, dividing evenly. With back of oiled spoon, press into even layer. Place chocolate and water in microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave on 50 percent power for 2 minutes or until melted, stirring every 30 seconds. Set aside. With electric mixer in large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy. Gradually beat in granulated sugar. On low speed, beat in eggs, one at a time. Beat in sour cream, cocoa and vanilla. Beat in melted chocolate. Spoon batter over fig layer in cups. Bake in middle of oven 15-20 minutes, until set. Cool in pan on rack. Chill for 6 hours or up to 2 days. To serve, arrange 3 slices of reserved figs in port syrup on each cake and drizzle with about 1/2 teaspoon syrup.

SPIRITED FIG BALLS

Makes: 65 balls 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, divided 1/4 cup chopped, toasted pecans 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups finely crushed gingersnap cookies 1 cup stemmed, finely chopped Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California figs 1/2 cup finely chopped, toasted pecans 1/2 cup brandy 1/4 cup butter, melted In food processor bowl, combine 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, chopped pecans and salt. Whirl to fine texture. Spoon into bowl and set aside. In same food processor bowl, combine crushed cookies, figs, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, finely chopped pecans, brandy and butter. Pulse to blend well. Chill mixture 20-30 minutes. Form rounded teaspoons of mixture into balls. Roll balls in reserved sugar-nut mixture. Place in airtight container. Chill 12 hours. Alternate preparation: make Chocolate and Fig Amaretto Balls by substituting toasted almonds for pecans, crushed chocolate wafer cookies for gingersnaps and amaretto for brandy. Prepare as directed. Note: Balls can be made up to 2 weeks ahead; store in refrigerator. November 2015 | Boise Lifestyle

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Kitchen Before

on and Stacey Guill had been talking about remodeling the kitchen in their Spring Meadows home on the Boise River for quite some time when they took a recent trip to Paris. There, they stumbled across an Arclinea showroom that had exactly what they wanted, and they knew it was time. When they got home, they visited the nearest U.S. showroom for the Italian kitchen design company in San Francisco, and were told they needed detailed drawings and plans for their remodel in order to proceed. That’s when Suzie Hall, president and principal designer of Boise’s award-winning Cornerstone Interior Design, entered the picture. “When I met with them, my first thought was, ‘How is this very contemporary-style kitchen going to fit in with the rest of their not-exactly-contemporary home,’” says Suzie. She immediately saw the potential and took on the challenge, but achieving her vision would require changing more than just the kitchen. In fact, she wanted to remodel their entire downstairs living space. “They have this beautiful location on the Boise River, with a nice patio area right outside from the living room, but they told me they hardly ever go out there because it’s just too awkward to access," she explains. "So there was this wonderful opportunity to create a great indoor-outdoor space and at the same time bring their living room into sync with the new kitchen design.” The Guills were excited about her ideas, even when they learned that she also wanted to remodel their existing fireplace. It turns out Stacey and Ron are big fans of the iconic architect Frank Lloyd Wright, who also had a big influence on Suzie’s career. Wright believed that the hearth is the center of the house, and that mutually-shared belief led to the creation of a truly unique centerpiece for the whole project. “The kitchen was the starting point, so we knocked out the whole wall around the old fireplace and created a real focal point for the space with the new custom fireplace,” says Suzie. Ron, a retired mining engineer, wanted it to have a cave-like feel. Suzie layered 3/16" steel plates from Erwin Metal Fabrication, with 3/4" quartzite slabs fashioned by Artistic Tile and Granite, to create an earthy, yet contemporary look surrounding a jagged steel surround that opens both front and back. The Cornerstone team is nothing if not collaborative, with their clients as well as their expert cadre of professional designers, project managers, contractors and subs, so when Ron wanted an even more jagged look for his “cave” than Cornerstone’s original design called for, he was able to personally work with the metal fabricator to get what he envisioned by rolling back the edges of the steel around the opening. Much to their delight, the new kitchen is almost exactly the same as the one Stacy and Ron fell in love with in Paris. CONTINUED >

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The sitting area off the pantry was next on Suzie’s list. She’s quick to say that getting to know your clients is not just a key part of a successful design, the joy of making new friends is what really makes it all come together. Knowing that Stacy is a writer, and that both she and Ron love books, Cornerstone envisioned the space as a library. “They wanted a more contemporary color palette to go along with their new look, and that really helped to brighten that area up," says Suzie. "We added some new furniture and some bookshelves, and now you can sit in there and look through the fireplace to the living room and all the way outside. The whole living space just has a much more open, airy feel to it now. Ron and Stacy have both said it’s made a world of difference.” One thing that sets Suzie’s designs apart from everyone else’s is her holistic approach. “I like to touch everything in the homes and spaces we design, from the interior architecture to the lighting, and I’m especially a fan of the new technology that makes homes smarter and helps contribute to the overall comfort inside," Suzie explains. "I don’t want to ignore anything.” In keeping with that philosophy, the pantry underwent quite possibly the most miraculous change of all in this project, becoming a room unto itself. All the shelves were 20

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Above: Pantry Before Right: Pantry After

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KNOWLEDGE AND STAGINGMAKE THE DIFFERENCE ARTICLE JANA GOOD | PHOTOGRAPHY TONY MOODY

ob Sower is dedicated to making a difference. Whether it’s for his real estate clients, or the youth group that he and his wife work with, he’s all in. Sower is an award winning interior designer with over 14 years of professional experience in the commercial and residential design industry and that makes a huge difference to his clients. He has worked at some of the best design firms in Boise including Hummel Architects, Sprague Solutions, and Strite design + remodel. While gaining this valuable design experience, he has more importantly learned the value of teamwork and customer service. By working on a wide variety of projects ranging from small interior color and material schemes to full design services of multi-million dollar homes, he’s been able to bring a unique and appreciated skill set to the real estate experience. Sower got his start as a realtor in 2010. He’s always loved real estate, but never imagined he’d would be a realtor. He initially was very excited about purchasing homes and remodeling them for his investment portfolio. He liked the idea of taking something that needs work, and applying a vision to it and improving it. He had no idea how similar that process was to real estate until he was forced to reconsider the design profession in 2008.

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Sower recalls, “As the market began to deteriorate, the people that would typically call us for remodeling were holding tight. Ultimately I had no choice but to leave the remodel and design profession to support my family.” Sower obtained his license in 2010 and started on his own at Keller Williams. He felt they were the only choice due to their strong commitment to culture. After being on his own for about six months, he was asked to interview with Lysi Bishop’s team. He jumped at the opportunity and began working in new construction in the Harris Ranch development. Sower feels “Being on Lysi’s team is probably the only reason I am where I

am today. She taught me so much in every way and I regularly look back on that experience to guide me in my day to day operations. I am so thankful to have had the opportunity of working closely with her and her team.” In 2013, Sower decided to take the next step and start his own team. So began Sower Real Estate. He’s very proud to say that in 2014 his production was number three for Keller Williams Realty Boise for individual agent production. That’s for about 500 agents, most of which are individual. Sower knows his background in design and remodeling are what makes him stand out as a realtor. “Marketing consistency and branding are huge to me and that translates into successful sales for my clients. My staging and remodeling experience has been tremendously helpful from the get go.” Sower definitely believes in the power of what he’s doing. “The pluses are being able to work with people and helping them accomplish such an important task. Buying and selling a home is not just a big financial deal, but it’s huge emotionally too! I love that I get to be a person’s true advocate all along that process. I think the other pluses are being in an industry where I can literally grow my team as large as possible and provide opportunities for others to improve their lives. I love that.”

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LOCAL LIVING CULINARY NEIGHBORHOOD ADVENTURES! PIZZA PIE CAFÉ 2757 S Broadway Avenue, Boise, Idaho (208) 426-0075 Monday – Thursday 11am – 9 pm | Friday – Saturday 11 am – 10 pm | Sunday Closed

Are you looking for freshness? At Pizza Pie Café, they live and breathe good pizza. From the fresh ingredients on the salad bar until your last bite of dessert, they work to ensure your meal is delicious. Pizza Pie Café attracts customers with their array of endless options on their all-you-can-eat pizza, pasta, and salad buffet. This unique restaurant concept has built quite the reputation for quality at an affordable price. Beginning back in 2003 as Craigo’s Gourmet Pizza in Rexburg, Idaho, there are now 16 Pizza Pie Cafe locations including one now in Boise. Start your meal off right with the salad bar which offers a wide selection of fresh toppings to wet anyone’s appetite. Everything is cut fresh daily. This is the opening to a great experience, so pace yourself to save room for the main course! A slow rising pizza dough recipe creates their signature crust, rich in flavor with a chewy texture. Don’t settle for just one kind of pizza! There are several available on the buffet at any time, with more constantly being prepared. Bring out the child in you with the cheese pizza, or be adventurous and try something you’ve never had before. A favorite is the Firefighter or the Spud-o-licious pizza which features potatoes, cheese, and bacon. And don’t forget to try the Garlic Knots. The pastas are incredible featuring four signature home-made sauces. Choose from Alfredo, Carbonara, Spicy Sausage, or Roasted Red Pepper. And then select your noodle type and shape. Create a custom pasta dish, prepared right before your eyes. Your mission is to end your meal with a dessert pizza. Their #1 requested dessert pizza is the Red, White, and Blue. This is a sugar cookie with their home-made frosting topped with blueberries and strawberries, served only in July. Other amazing dessert pizzas such as Oreo, Cookie Dough, Cinnamon Sticks, or Apple Peach and Raspberry are served year round. Everyone dining at Pizza Pie Café is having their every craving satisfied. Enjoy!

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“I

want to build a permanent campground for sick, healing and handicapped kids,” shares Ted Challenger, owner/operator of The Amsterdam Lounge. “It's been a dream of ours for 20+ years and the system and team are in place to take this journey.” Challenger moved to Boise from Atlanta in 1986. He’s also lived in Durango, Colorado. “I always felt I was supposed to be out west with its big wide open spaces,” reflects Challenger. “I love the people of Boise--their spirit to make this the best city you can find anywhere." He purchased the Bistro, a legendary party spot for college kids, when he was 22. “Not many people grew up in this town without having a drink in there.” But on St. Patrick’s Day, Challenger closed down the Bistro after being in business for 23 years. He revamped the space to create the Amsterdam Lounge, which opened in mid May. “I wanted to test myself and create something that is more about who I am now and who I am becoming.” He decided that he could regain those grown college customers with a grown up version of the space. "This concept is designed for the direction Boise is going, not necessarily like how it is now," he explains. "I did the same for China Blue, my dance club. The first two years were hard, but the rest is a history of success with that club.” If the past is any indicator of the future, the Amsterdam Lounge will be a success. “The name Amsterdam came from a cruise ship I worked on,” shares Challenger. “I love the European way of life. It’s a slower more relaxed pace than the United States. When I was on the cruise ship I was amazed at all the small spaces for lounging, art work, incredible beverages and cuisine, and the ability to sit back and watch the world go by. I studied Amsterdam and will travel there to find art and things to enhance the experience of the Amsterdam Lounge. “We are one of the largest spaces to offer such high quality cocktails, wine list, craft beers, and our truly amazing coffee bar. All these elements are usually done in small space lounges. If you’re tired of being crammed into small spaces, or having to whisper your conversations because you’re on top of people, you will love all the

space and comfortable seating you have in the lounge. We offer people room to explore and enjoy small quaint social situations, or join in on the fun in larger groups.” From comfortable seating for fostering the lost art of conversation to areas that offer games (pool, shuffleboard, and an 80s arcade), the Amsterdam is designed to appeal to groups large and small. Sarah Crowell helped design the Amsterdam Lounge. “Her creative talents are endless, and she helped bring the ideas to fruition,” notes Challenger, who found her easy to work with. She guided Challenger on how to bring what he wanted to reality. “She has an amazing eye. It was the most fun working with her.” Other key players that helped realize his vision are Clay Carley, Max Lylie, Paul Valentine. "And the best crew a businessman could ask for," Challenger adds. The Amsterdam offers a relaxing oasis in downtown Boise for patrons 21 and over. “The design of the lounge is to promote socializing, with visual stimulation that creates an idea for you to explore,” notes Challenger. “This is a work in progress; it will grow and morph so much as we continue to grow and express ourselves.” Lounge Bites include the popular Brie which is flash fried for a few seconds to seal in the flavor of the cheese. The individual wheel is served warm with Chipotle Marion Berry coulis, toasted baguette, and fresh berries The most popular drinks are the Ginger-Lemongrass Martini, the Chilled Espresso Martini, and The Primal Coffee, which is made with grass fed butter. Challenger’s personal favorite is the Moscow Mule. "It is amazing with fresh locally made Ginger beer,” he describes. The Amsterdam offers nonalcoholic drinks too– any coffee drink you can imagine, tea and kombucha. “We offer the most amazing coffee: Fonte out of Seattle, one of the best roasters in the Northwest.” “I have been in the nightclub/hospitality business for 25 years,” says Challenger. “I am self taught with much help from others.” Challenger is up for the next challenge, besides the campground for needy children. “I am getting ready to go into the coffee shop business around the valley in the next few months.” We’ll be ready to camp out on his next doorstep.

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November

NOVEMBER 5 WINE, EATS AND ARTIFACTS

NOVEMBER 13 & 14

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2015 CHRISTMAS MARKET

The Idaho State Historical Society presents the 7th annual event featuring “Mysteries of the Museum,” a wonderful night of music, artifacts, silent auction, wine and fun. Tickets $55/members or $65/non-members. Proceeds benefit history preservation and education programs through the work of the Foundation for Idaho History. BrownPaperTickets.com

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NOVEMBER 13

FIRST THURSDAY

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First Thursday takes place on the first Thursday of each month, throughout downtown Boise. The event takes place from 5-9 p.m. and focuses on providing downtown visitors the chance to stroll through the unique shops and galleries in downtown, while enjoying in-store entertainment and special events.

GRAMMY award-winning country group Little Big Town has added a fall leg of THE PAIN KILLER TOUR that will visit Boise in November. The foursome consisting of members Karen Fairchild, Jimi Westbrook, Phillip Sweet, and Kimberly Schlapman has already hit 50+ markets on this highly-successful headlining tour.

A one-of-a-kind event made up of local artists, craftsmen and musicians who share their God-given gifts with the community in a peaceful and welcoming environment. Vendors sell a variety of handmade items and provide a festive environment for shoppers. This market is a fundraiser for the Vineyard Boise women’s ministry.

NOVEMBER 6 & 7 42ND STREET - FRED MEYER BROADWAY IN BOISE MORRISON CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

New production directed by co-author Mark Bramble and choreographed by Randy Skinner, the team who staged the 2001 Tony Award-winning Best Musical Revival. Delivers everything you want in a Broadway musical: singing, dancing, hopes, dreams, laughs and some of the greatest songs ever written, including “We’re In The Money,” and “42nd Street.”

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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for the past 30 years. Grammy Award-winner Chip Davis has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting.

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NOVEMBER 27 - 29 INDIAN CREEK WINERY OPEN HOUSE AND BARREL TASTING INDIAN CREEK WINERY

Grab your friends and enjoy a beautiful drive to the country. While you're there, join the fun folks at Indian Creek Winery for a tour of their grounds and facilities and a chance to taste wine straight from the barrel.

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Parting Thoughts

Home Real Home

WORDS MYQYILLYN SMITH

’m a creative. I pretend to be a designer. My entire job is to encourage women that they can create a beautiful, meaningful home. I’ve done it all wrong but I’m learning that it’s really not about the stuff at all, even when making a home. If I want my home to be a place of connection, I’ll ask genuine questions and get to know the people in my home. If I want my home to be a safe place to make a mistake, I’ll lower my standards for myself first, be forgiving of my own mistakes, laugh at myself—and allow others to see that. If I want my home to be inspiring, I’ll pay attention to what inspires me. If I want my home to be real, I’ll learn to embrace the imperfect, find the beauty in the undone, the broken, the unkempt, the everdayness and the mess. If I want my home to be comfortable, I’ll first stop apologizing and focus on others instead of myself. If I want my home to be a place of rest, I’ll consider my attitude and the tone I set when I am home. I’ll allow and plan for restful spaces.

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This is the kind of home and beauty we have to fight for. Anyone can put pretty stuff in a room. It takes intention to furnish a home with grace and rest and acceptance. I’m up for the challenge. I want to see past the worst and focus on the better. I want to search for the real beauty just waiting to be recognized. I want to make a home on purpose – with purpose. I’m making home a safe, inspiring and life-giving place so we can go out and be who we were created to be. The Joneses don’t need to be kept up with, and secretly, they are tired of setting the mythical standard. Homes are there to serve people, not the other way around. May your home serve you and others so fully that it’s worn thin and beautiful in all the right places. Myqyillyn Smith is a renowned author and blogger. Read her book, The Nesting Place: It Doesn’t Have to be Perfect to be Beautiful, or visit her blog, TheNester.com, for more inspiring words about home, and grace. Reprinted with permission.

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