Melanie Boone - Realtor

06/02/2026

Discover 5 ways to make your home more stylish, cool, and comfortable all at once.

Cool off in style with these trendy home additions.

05/30/2026

Looking to create a more relaxing vibe at home? 🎨✨ Consider incorporating these soothing colors into your interior design:

💙 Light Blue: Brings a calm, coastal feel
💜 Lavender: Adds a touch of serenity
💛 Sunshine Yellow: Creates warmth and positivity
💚 Mint Green: Invites a refreshing, natural vibe
🖤 Warm Grey: Perfect for cozy, neutral elegance

Your home should be your haven! Need tips for preparing your space for potential buyers or upgrading before selling? Let’s connect!

05/28/2026

Use these tips to help preserve and store your perishables.. Extend the

Proper storage of your perishables can extend their shelf life.

05/26/2026

Artist Pam Hoffmeisters explains the many places she draws inspiration for her work.

Learn how artist Pamela Hoffmeister discovered her love of oil paint, self-confidence in middle age, and inspirations.

05/23/2026

A fun way to discover what chores you can get done in 10, 30, or 60 minutes.

Turn boring chores into an exciting clean-up game.

05/21/2026

Are you making a dessert for an upcoming Memorial Day picnic? Try this Berry Almond Crisp as a perfect summery treat!

Ingredients:
• 1 pound strawberries
• 14 ounces red currants
• 1½ pounds raspberries
• Generous 1 cup superfine sugar, divided
• 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• sticks salted butter, diced and softened, plus more for greasing

Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease two 9½-inch round porcelain baking dishes with melted butter. Wash and dry all the fruit, and then hull the strawberries and pull the red currants off their stalks.
2. Put the berries and currants in a large bowl, sprinkle with a scant ½ cup of the sugar, and stir to combine. Divide the fruit between the baking dishes, spreading it in a single layer.
3. In a separate large bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, remaining sugar, diced butter, and ground almonds. Rub the ingredients lightly together with your fingertips until coarse crumbs form.
4. Scatter a layer of the crumb mixture over the fruit in the baking dishes and bake for 40 minutes, until the topping is golden and crisp. Serve warm.

Recipe from: Enjoy: Recipes for Memorable Gatherings by Perla Servan-Schreiber. Photography by Nathalie Carnet.

05/19/2026

Our freedom comes from the sacrifices of our military, and for that, profound gratitude is expressed.

05/16/2026

Where will you be spending Memorial Day weekend?

05/14/2026

Colorful and citrusy—you'll be eating fruit like this forever!

Light, healthy, with a burst of pink—these fruit bowls can't be beat.

05/12/2026

May is the month for summer prep! For one, check your outdoor plumbing and hoses for leaks or damage before heavy use. A good pressure-wash can then refresh your deck or patio, removing any built-up dirt and grime. And if your deck looks worn, consider repairing and repainting it to enhance its appearance for all your upcoming outdoor gatherings!