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The Parking Lot Pep Talk
The other day I watched a woman in the grocery store parking lot struggling to lift a heavy case of water bottles into her trunk. Before I could even start walking over, a teenage boy in a school hood... ...more
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May 19, 2025•1 min read
What They Never Taught Us About Being Neighbors
They taught us how to cross the street safely, how to write in cursive, and how to find the square root of x. But no one ever taught us how to be a neighbor. ...more
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May 15, 2025•1 min read
A Letter from the Future Ruler of Your Domain
Dear New House, Let’s get something straight: I didn’t vote for this move. Nobody asked how I felt about leaving behind the bay window (where I judge everyone’s life choices), the high pantry shelf (... ...more
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May 13, 2025•2 min read
Dog and the Doorman
Every morning, a woman walks her elderly dog past the same building downtown. And every morning, the doorman stops what he’s doing, greets the pup by name, and gives her a gentle pat and a treat. ...more
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May 12, 2025•0 min read
Why We Wave at Our Neighbors Even When We Don’t Know Their Name
It’s a quick hand raise. Maybe a nod. Sometimes just a smile through the windshield. We wave. Even when we don’t know their name. It’s one of those beautiful, unspoken things that holds a community ... ...more
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May 08, 2025•1 min read
The Things We Carry
There’s a shoebox in my closet filled with things I probably shouldn’t still have. A concert ticket stub from a show I barely remember. A chipped mug with a faded logo from a roadside diner. A key wi... ...more
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May 06, 2025•1 min read
Tiny Humans, Big Impact: A Love Letter to Teachers
We say thank you to teachers once a year. But ask anyone who’s ever been seen by the right teacher, and they’ll tell you: once is not enough. ...more
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May 05, 2025•1 min read
Spring Cleaning Secrets We’re All Guilty Of
Spring is in the air—and you know what that means: It’s time for that magical ritual where we scrub, dust, and pretend we're going to be organized for the rest of the year. ...more
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May 01, 2025•1 min read
Save the Date
The Bowie Senior Information & Resource Fair is back on Friday, May 30th from 10 AM – 2 PM at the Bowie Senior Center—and I’m excited to be part of it for the first time! ...more
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May 01, 2025•1 min read
The latest Beyond the Neighborhood is here!
This month, we’re celebrating kindness, community strength, and the quiet heroes who lift us up every day — just in time for Mother's Day. ...more
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April 29, 2025•0 min read
What’s Ahead for May in MargeauLand
If May had a theme song, it would probably be something soft and hopeful — the kind that plays over a scene where people start showing up for each other. This month, we’re spotlighting people and org... ...more
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April 24, 2025•1 min read
The Things We Carry
There’s a shoebox in my closet filled with things I probably shouldn’t still have. A concert ticket stub from a show I barely remember. A chipped mug with a faded logo from a roadside diner. A key wit... ...more
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April 22, 2025•1 min read
The Goodbye Tour: How Homeowners Say Farewell to a Home
Some light candles. Some light up Zillow. Everyone says goodbye to a home differently. For some, it’s a quick wave in the rearview mirror. ...more
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April 22, 2025•2 min read
The House Always Wins (Part 2 – The Comeback)
Let’s be real—I wasn’t perfect. I squeaked when you tiptoed. I leaked when it rained. My pipes rattled just to mess with you. And don’t even get me started on that one light switch that controlled no... ...more
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April 17, 2025•1 min read
The House Always Wins (Part 1 – The Breakup)
You complained about me. Too drafty. Too loud. Too much work. You said I didn’t have enough storage. That my layout didn’t “flow.” You flirted with newer, trendier homes on Zillow late at night—don... ...more
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April 15, 2025•1 min read
A Letter from Your Realtor Who's Seen It All
Let’s talk. I know that look. You just walked into a perfectly staged home with gleaming counters, that little candle burning in the kitchen, and suddenly—boom. ...more
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April 10, 2025•2 min read
The Unexpected Art of Starting Over Again
Some changes come by choice. Others come with no warning at all. A dear friend of mine, Merrily, just lost her home in the California fires. Fifty years in the same house—gone in minutes. ...more
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April 08, 2025•3 min read
Greenery Dreams, Chartreuse Realities
Spoiler: I live for lush vibes… and overwatered ivy. If I had my druthers, I’d be barefoot on a desert island, surrounded by lush greenery, chirping birds, and a gentle breeze that smells faintly of g... ...more
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April 03, 2025•2 min read
It’s Here: April’s Edition of Beyond the Neighborhood
If you saw my teaser last week, you already know—my monthly LinkedIn newsletter, Beyond the Neighborhood, just dropped its latest edition! ...more
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April 01, 2025•0 min read
Coming Tuesday: A Little Bit of Kindness Goes a Long Way
Sometimes, kindness looks like a warm meal shared at the table. Sometimes, it’s a neighbor showing up with an open heart and a simple gesture. ...more
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March 27, 2025•0 min read
The Lost Art of Porch Sitting
Remember when people used to sit on porches just to... sit? No scrolling. No multitasking. Just a glass of iced tea (or lemonade if you were fancy), a slow breeze, and a nod to every neighbor walking... ...more
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March 27, 2025•1 min read
The Ripple Effect: How One Move Can Strengthen a Whole Community
It’s easy to think of moving as a personal milestone. A new address. A fresh start. A change of scenery. But here’s something you might not realize: when someone buys or sells a home, it sends a quie... ...more
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March 25, 2025•1 min read
Customer Appreciation Day
Customer Appreciation Day this Friday at Bowie Town Center. between Chipotle and LA Fitness 5pm to 8pm! Thanks for your Support! ...more
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March 20, 2025•0 min read
What (and Who) Makes a Neighborhood?
We talk about neighbors like they’re just the people next door—the ones we share fences with, wave to in the mornings, or awkwardly avoid eye contact with when taking out the trash. But is that really... ...more
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March 20, 2025•2 min read
The Unsung Heroes of Your Neighborhood
Every neighborhood has them—the people who quietly make life better without expecting recognition. They aren’t in the spotlight, but their presence is felt in the best ways. ...more
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March 18, 2025•1 min read
Interviews
The Parking Lot Pep Talk
The other day I watched a woman in the grocery store parking lot struggling to lift a heavy case of water bottles into her trunk. Before I could even start walking over, a teenage boy in a school hood... ...more
blog
May 19, 2025•1 min read
What They Never Taught Us About Being Neighbors
They taught us how to cross the street safely, how to write in cursive, and how to find the square root of x. But no one ever taught us how to be a neighbor. ...more
blog
May 15, 2025•1 min read
A Letter from the Future Ruler of Your Domain
Dear New House, Let’s get something straight: I didn’t vote for this move. Nobody asked how I felt about leaving behind the bay window (where I judge everyone’s life choices), the high pantry shelf (... ...more
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May 13, 2025•2 min read
Articles
The Parking Lot Pep Talk
The other day I watched a woman in the grocery store parking lot struggling to lift a heavy case of water bottles into her trunk. Before I could even start walking over, a teenage boy in a school hood... ...more
blog
May 19, 2025•1 min read
What They Never Taught Us About Being Neighbors
They taught us how to cross the street safely, how to write in cursive, and how to find the square root of x. But no one ever taught us how to be a neighbor. ...more
blog
May 15, 2025•1 min read
A Letter from the Future Ruler of Your Domain
Dear New House, Let’s get something straight: I didn’t vote for this move. Nobody asked how I felt about leaving behind the bay window (where I judge everyone’s life choices), the high pantry shelf (... ...more
blog
May 13, 2025•2 min read
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