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Christmas was an amazing time spent being present for those we love. Now, we are ready to bring in 2019 with excitement over what the next year may bring. Pantone’s Color of the Year brings a pop of color into our winter as we kick off the new year.  The orangey 'Living Coral' is said to be 'life-affirming' and a reaction to the onslaught of technology and social media in daily life BYGABRIELA BARKHO For the 20th anniversary of its annual Color of the Year announcement, Pantone went with a bold choice. The color authority chose 16-1546 Living Coral, a bright orange-y shade that mimics nautical coral itself, as its Color of The Year 2019. Pantone, which describes the hue as “sociable” in the announcement, says Living Coral is a “reaction to the onslaught of digital technology and social media increasingly embedding into daily life, we are seeking authentic and immersive experiences that enable connection and intimacy.” For interior design, Pantone says that “When used as a bold statement in settings and décor, Living Coral fosters immersive experiences such as pop-up installations and interactive spaces, tied to a playful spirit.” Last year, the company went with Ultra Violet for its Color of the Year choice, an arguably safer choice for interior design and homeware it was meant to inspire. This time around, decorators should have fun incorporating this “animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge” into their work.  My daughter, Allison, and sister, Becky, updating our look at Sephora before the new year! How will you add color to your life in 2019? Be safe celebrating! Looking for some inspiration? Check out today’s open houses which are below.   My brother, Michael, and sister, Becky with her boyfriend (the llama), Ibs. Cookie decorating 2017. While staying on top of the market and serving my clients’ needs, I will take some time to host our annual family cookie decorating tonight and direct the children’s reenactment of the nativity scene at St. A’s Catholic Church. I take some time to remember that I chose this career to help and protect people in the real estate market with unwavering values and hard work. I remember that Christmas is a time to reflect on blessings and make sure we are living our best lives. I hope you have a peaceful and very Merry Christmas!  New properties continue to come on the market and go into contract even during the holidays. This is a great time to be an active buyer while less buyers are participating. Today you will find me at 2296 Janette Dr. from 1-3PM. This home’s outdoor living space complete with a built in wood burning oven and BBQ lead into the spacious remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, double oven and stainless steel appliances. This North Napa home is priced to move the seller’s out of state in the new year at $559,000. Come visit me and check it out for yourself! All of today’s open houses are below for your reference.   Enjoy this 1 hour holiday light tour for you and your family right here in Napa! Please share additional noteworthy homes. Today I also have a featured open house. Hope to see you there! Every day of Advent my family does something special to prepare for Christmas. Today they are performing in their school Christmas program and last night we enjoyed the holiday light tour that I have outlined for you below. Message me if you would like a full list of possible Advent activities.  Starting: I recommend starting your festive light tour at Starbucks on Solano and Redwood Rd. Grab a peppermint hot chocolate for sipping while enjoying the lights.
 The open house which I am hosting today has a new price of just $659,900. It is a 3 bedroom/2 bath home in North Napa. The original 4th bedroom has been added to the spacious master bedroom. The kitchen overlooks the lush and private backyard. Come take a peek today 1-3:00! 4493 Tanglewood Way    All additional open houses being hosted today are below for your reference.     Tis the Season to spread some Christmas cheer...through service & KINDness! My family has been working as busy Christmas elves by participating in the BE KIND coat drive, Toys for Tots, and we adopted a local Napa family for the holiday. There are still ways for you to get involved! Napa County Holiday Assistance Program has been in existence for over twenty years providing needy families with toys for the children and food for the families at Christmas. The program is run by a coalition of Catholic Charities, Salvation Army, Queen of the Valley, Toys for Tots, Napa Food Bank, and County Family Service organizations. 1200 families with approximately 3000 children have been registered this year! Here is the link to sign up to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/holidayassistanceprogram Location: The hanger we will be using is a part of a complex of buildings at 2000 Airport Road. Take Airport Road off H29 and veer right just before you enter the airport itself. The first building you will see houses REACH. Our hanger is just behind their building! Birthday Parties for our Homeless Kids Birthdays still happen in December…and are often forgotten because of Christmas! Let’s keep doing what we are doing with birthdays to make these kids feel special on their special days! Jaime is turning 12 on 12/15! Here’s a link to make his birthday possible: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094DA5AA2AA0FD0-jaimes Mateo is going to be 4 on 12/20! Here’s how you can help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094DA5AA2AA0FD0-mateos  2112 W Lincoln Ave, Napa, CA 6:00-8:00PM Join us for the 6th Annual Hot Cocoa Stand & Shoe Drive for "Shoes for Orphan Souls". Bring a pair of new shoes & receive a FREE hot cocoa & cookie. Concert with Love & the Outcome from 6:30pm-7:30pm Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley on the corner of Lincoln Ave. and California Ave. are still collecting for Toys for Tots, so bring by your unwrapped toys. The homeless shelter is still in need of coats, blankets and socks! Today you can warm up by taking in some festive open houses. All are listed for you below!    Open House 2679 Redwood Rd. 1:00-3:00 Today |
AuthorGrowing up in Napa I learned the value of community. I strive to serve the neighborhoods that I grew up in and the people who desire to make Napa their home. I help people connect to the community of Napa with a focus on continuing to build the unique community of Napa and my belief that home is where your story begins. Archives
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