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Display Name:	R Moser
Member Since:	2/9/12

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I find it important to strike a balance between overdoing it/spoiling your child and supporting their interests. My own daughter, who just turned three, has been obsessed with sharks until she could barely walk. "Shark" was her fourth word, behind "mama, "dada," and "why." I don't go overboard with her love of the sharks and of the ocean (we live in coastal New England, so thankfully the sea is part of our regular life anyway) -- but she does have a small fish tank and a sea-themed room, but within a reasonable budget, that is appropriate for a three year old. I realize that someday she may not love sharks as she does now, but I am happy to indulge her passions within reason.

Embrace Your Child's Dreams Dos Family

2/28/12 8:13 PM

I agree with a lot of your comments here - a good pressure washing and make sure the paint around the windows is in great shape.

Otherwise, take a couple of nice pots, fill with dirt, plant some winter pansies or cabbages, and ad twigs, dried grasses, etc. to make a really nice winter arrangement at the top of your steps at the entryway. Other great ideas are to paint your door an appealing, but bright and happy color. Remember - it's about attention. If you paint the door spring green and the buyers are drawn to it but may not keep it, that's okay - it's a door and only takes a few minutes to paint. It's about getting attention. Also remember to have a nice wreath on the front door (something simple - berries, a color scheme that goes with the door, etc.).

Another idea - ditch the painted on concrete house numbers for something interesting and inviting - numbers in ceramic tile, a nice marker in iron, etc. For a slightly more complex undertaking, how about a warm, inviting light at the top of those stairs that matches the porch light and makes sense with the style of the house?

How To Increase Curb Appeal in Winter?
Good Questions

2/9/12 5:23 PM