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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2020

FEATURES 26 Spring Into A New Look Designs and dĂŠcor to make your home functional and fabulous

32 Happiness at Harmony Brentwood Finding a second home states away at a senior living community

38 Everything In Its Place Getting organized saves both time and money

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50 Getting Your Garden Ready for Spring Tips For A Successful Growing Season

50 DEPARTMENTS 10

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

22 Around Town

26 Open House 32 Healthy Lifestyle 38 Renovate & Refine 44 Inspired By 50 DIY 54 Locally Owned 58 Food & Wine 64 Trend Setter 68 Culinary Creations 70 Lifestyle Calendar 74

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AROUND TOWN Repeal Day. The venue hosted various VIP nights over the past two months to much acclaim by patrons. While the exclusive lounge is open to the public, part of the unique prohibition experience is that guests will need a secret phone number from a friend, member or local concierge to dial into the restored London antique red phone booth to gain entry. Red Phone Booth has quickly become the place to enjoy a craft cocktail

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recently celebrated the retirement of K9 Officer Lexie. Lexie, a Belgian Malinois, and her handler, Officer Steve Holder have patrolled together since 2012. She participated in searches for criminals and contraband, but also enjoyed participating in community events, such as Brentwood Safety Day. Lexie now will live with the Holder family. On duty, she will be replaced by K9 Officer Pax.

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CABINETS Red cabinets add a pop of color and brightness.

WHEN CONNIE LONG WAS 12, SHE ASKED HER FATHER IF SHE COULD REDESIGN HER BEDROOM. He showed her how to move the door to another spot and repair the open wall left behind. She then tore out the closets and drew up plans so her uncle could make her built-ins. Once that was done, she picked out the paint and carpets and made her own draperies. So, you could say interior design is in her blood. Obtaining her degree as an interior designer from Watkins College of Art, Design and Film gave her a strong foundation to go along with her innate flair for design. Before opening her own business, Connie Long Interiors, in 1997, she spent over 16 years in the drapery and fabric business. She has also remodeled many of her own homes over the years as she and her husband moved from place to place.

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SHELVES Open shelves allow the homeowner to display some much loved items.

Today, Connie has many clients in the middle Tennessee area and focuses mainly on the remodeling and renovating

style is their style while I’m working for them.”

of kitchens and bathrooms; however, she can handle any

Besides her wealth of experience, Connie prides her-

room in a house. This includes working on everything from

self on her attention to detail and looks to do something

new construction, remodels and renovation of an older

that’s new or different each time. Her goal is to give

home. And her skills are diverse - she can make larger

everyone their own individual look.

homes safer and more accessible for seniors, while making smaller homes work for growing families.

“I get referrals, and referrals come from people that I’ve already worked for. I don’t want them going into their friend’s

She helps homeowners determine if they need to rear-

house and seeing the same design in that home,” she said.

range a space or knock down walls, and can also draw up

A kitchen she recently worked on was for a previous cli-

all the necessary plans. And she doesn’t stop there. Connie

ent. “I had already worked with this client and had known

helps her clients select all of the finishes that go into the

her for a really long time,” said Connie. “I knew she was an

room or space, such as flooring, wall coverings, paint,

art fanatic and liked whimsical art and bright, bright colors.”

countertops, sinks, faucets, and lights. In terms of furniture, Connie will measure and lay out a plan for new furniture or for existing furniture that can be

“When people ask me what my style is, I tell them that my

When she brought the homeowner the finishes and colors she thought would work well, the client immediately loved them and didn’t need to see anything else.

repurposed. This will help determine what size items will

The kitchen itself was so badly designed that the owner

comfortably fit into the space. She will also accompany her

could not open the oven door and the refrigerator door at

clients to pick out the pieces or even purchase them herself.

the same time. Walls had to be knocked down, and an

Connie said it’s important to know the person, to know

island was added, which gave her client a big countertop

what they’re looking for, and what will make them happy.

to work on. It also added a place where family and friends

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could gather around to eat or sit and have a chat. It’s both a functional and fun space. “All of those accessories that are in there are all things she had that I knew would work. That’s why I gave her the open shelves,” said Connie. Connie also added a new built-in microwave, and a modern range and hood. Since the refrigerator was new, they built around that and the wine refrigerator the client wanted to keep. Everything, from top to bottom, was completed in October 2019. Connie said the rooms people most often want remodeled are kitchens and bathrooms; updating these also adds value to the home. Many houses are built by contractors, whom she explained often use contractor grade supplies such as particle wood cabinets in the kitchens and they don’t take into account adequate countertops or storage. “I interview people to find out what their needs are first, because they all have a list of things they’re needing out of their homes,” said Connie. “Whether it’s storage or more lighting, or a new kitchen, I start looking for ideas so I can share those,” she said. They then discuss the plan and narrow it down to fit what’s in their budget. Once the designs are complete, she draws out the plans for the contractors and subcontractors and does site visits to make sure things are being done properly. She wants her clients’ homes to be beautiful, usable and safe. Connie is a registered interior designer in the state of Tennessee, which requires her to take 24 continuing education units (CEU) every two years, with 13 of those related to health, safety and welfare. She’s also a professional member of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) and has to complete CEU credits for them as well. For more information about Connie Long Interiors and to see pictures of recent designs, go to connielonginteriors.com/gallery/.

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FINDING A SECOND HOME STATES AWAY AT A SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY

IT’S NOT OFTEN THAT WE HEAR OF A LIFE BEING

To hear Don, though, Harmony in Brentwood fits he

BLESSED WITH NOT ONE, BUT TWO FAIRY TALES.

and Arline like a glove and it was the right fit from the

In the case of Don and Arline Shearer that just hap-

moment they stepped into the community. When asked

pens to be the case. High school sweethearts from

if he misses anything from his home in California, after

Pennsylvania, the Shearers spent over 45 of their

pausing to think, he mentions one thing, “I do. I miss

almost 67 year marriage living “in heaven” as Don

seeing the ocean every day.” It is obvious he and Arline

refers to it, south of Los Angeles on the Palos Verdes

are very happy with their decision to make Harmony

Peninsula. Simply standing in their driveway provided a

home. One of the many decisions that factored in Don

breathtaking view up the coast towards Malibu.

and Bill’s final decision matrix was the “wow factor.”

Don and Arline have three

Upon walking into Harmony

children, a daughter followed

you

by two sons, six grandchildren

grand entryway you don’t see

and two great –grandchildren. After ROTC College, Don spent two years with the Army Corps of Engineers becoming First Lieutenant, before his career as a Civil Engineer for Atlantic Richfield. Although he has her heart now, Don won’t fail to mention that Arline didn’t even glance his way until the end of their junior year. As with all things, seasons come and go and change is inevitable. One of those

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T HE I T EM ON T HEIR

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L I S T, H A R M O N Y WA S

for when, as Don puts it with a

C O N S TA N T LY M E E TI N G T H E I R WA N T S A N D N E E D S .”

their residents need to make laugh, “you are older, older.” Both Don and Bill mention that no matter the item on their list, Harmony was constantly meeting their wants and needs. When ranked

changes was deciding if and

against the others overall,

when moving to a senior

facility and care were number

living community was the

one. As Don puts it, waving a

correct next step. For Don and Arline it was a natu-

hand around with a smile on his face, “Where else

ral progression and not wrought with needs or a dire

has all of this?” Ambiance was a driving factor for

catalyst. Don made it clear, “it was our choice.” Don

the Shearers along with the overall atmosphere.

and Arline’s youngest son, Bill, and his wife, Carol,

Their goal for each meal in the dining room is to

moved to Brentwood in 2004 while their other chil-

dine with someone new and learn about the inter-

dren remained in California. The search began both

esting lives of their neighbors.

in Tennessee and California. Like most house hunt-

It almost seems like resort-life more than real-life.

ing, the process was not quick and Don and Arline

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday there is a family

saw many, many facilities in both states. In what is

friendly Happy Hour at 4 pm that is “packed”. Harmony

a fantastic coincidence, Don’s son Bill, had seen an

encourages family and friends to join in the socializ-

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ing. Harmony really promotes the family atmosphere.

open house while it was under construction.

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than peace of mind, he’s gained family members. Both his parents are only children and with the relationships they have built with other residents he feels he’s gained aunts and uncles, “it’s really more than I expected.” Both sets of Shearers are highly complementary of the staff and the feelings are mutual. “They know you and they know you by name,” Don says. Don and Arline began ballroom dancing at age 60 and quickly became quite competitive. Don boasts about how dancing highlighted Arline’s beauty and talent recalling some of Arline’s best competitive performances; one of his favorites to “Oh Pretty Woman.” The Shearers were even in the sexy Hollywood blockbuster Dance with Me about a Cuban dancer featuring Vanessa Williams. The Shearers’ happiness and zest for life are contagious and is what most of Generation Z would call “goals.” While Harmony has a salon, Arline chooses to go off-site to Hair Expressions in Brentwood with her daughter-in-law Carol to get her hair done. And like many other female Brentwood residents, a day out is not complete without a stop at The Puffy Muffin. Arline’s go-to is the breakfast sandwich. And don’t think things stay tame at Harmony. The broadcast of the Titan’s playoff games in the Theater Room bring out the competitiveness and bantering nature of all in attendance. On more low-key nights Don and Arline like to watch game shows. At Harmony it’s always on to the next fun event or mixer and the Shearers are happily all in.

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GETTING ORGANIZED SAVES BOTH TIME AND MONEY

ARTICLE SUE BALDANI PHOTOGRAPHY JAMES WILLIAMS

WIPT designs (pronounced whipped, as in getting areas of the home organized and whipped into shape) was started by Beth Hayden. Beth, “created my company to yes, help people get organized, but really to reduce stress and save time so they can spend that time doing whatever they want. So basically creating efficiency so time isn’t wasted. Time is one thing we can’t get more of, so by living efficiently time is then freed up to be spent where it’s needed.” With a background in interior design and space planning, combined with a lifelong love for efficiency and tidiness, this profession suits her perfectly. Being a single mother at 19, while going to school and working full time, meant having to be super organized in order to get everything done. “I needed everything to be in its place and easy to find since we didn’t have a lot of time,” said Beth. 38

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After her daughter started college, Beth moved to Nashville and

are in need, I offer a maintenance plan where I can come back weekly,

began to build her dream business. At first, organizing was just

monthly, quarterly, or whatever the need to keep it all WIPT into shape.”

something she did on the side, but eventually word-of-mouth rec-

When she arrives at a client’s home, she takes pictures and

ommendations and glowing social media testimonials generated a

measurements of the room or space to be organized. Then, if

high demand for her skills. So, in 2019, WIPT designs was born.

there’s a budget or need to buy bins and other items, she’ll go

“Starting a business was very scary to me as a woman and a single mom with nothing to fall back on,” said Beth. “I built it from scratch, and I basically do all business through referrals.” Beth prides herself on not just being able to organize people’s spaces, whether a master bedroom, small pantry, or office, but she

on Amazon and make a list of things to order. Once those items arrive, she’ll be ready to get started. Being organized, she said, is one of the biggest natural stress relievers. Plus, being organized saves time as well as money, since people can see what they have and avoid buying duplicates.

can also assist with the design and layout of the space, as well as

Most people want to be organized, but they’re afraid it’s going to

decorating the space in a personalized way to fit the client. She likes

take too much time or they don’t know where to start. But, once a

to get to know her clients so she can construct customized plans that

space is organized, it’s much easier to keep up.

fit their lifestyles. This is why she offers a free one-hour consultation. “I specialize in organizing for the space, but also for the person,” said

One of Beth’s favorite quotes is by Benjamin Franklin, which states, “Every minute spent organizing is an hour earned.”

Beth. “I use realistic solutions that fit the client, making it easier for them

To find some great organizational ideas and see some of her proj-

to stay organized so they can use their time more efficiently and if they

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TIP 1

TIP 2

Clear bins are the most efficient

In the pantry, always place the

Since most people spend so much

containers because you can see

most used items in the “prime real

time doing laundry, make the laundry

what’s inside. To make them pretty,

estate” sections, which are the eas-

room an inviting place. Put detergent

put nice labels on them. Or, to save

iest spots to access. If you’re a big

and pods in pretty jars (out of reach of

money, use shoeboxes spray painted

breakfast family, put your cereals

children), buy a pretty laundry basket,

in your choice of colors.

there. Also, group items like pasta and

and add signs or pictures.

pasta sauce together.

TIP 3

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TESTIMONIAL: “We moved into a beautiful 2-story home in Nashville just a short time ago and after some initial unpacking we quickly realized that getting our things organized in this home would be a huge challenge. We initially met Beth Hayden when our realtor suggested using a professional organization service and highly recommended Beth’s company: WIPT Designs. Beth came into our home like a ray of sunshine with oceans of positive energy, sincere kindness, and unexpected support. We consulted with Beth regarding our needs in the pantry and she immediately went to work purging unnecessary items and categorizing what remained. She worked quickly and efficiently and had the pantry organized and sparkling within a very short time; we couldn’t believe the creative functionality that was to be the final result. Shortly after this we showed Beth other problem areas in the home and were astonished with her intuitive solutions; as they were practical yet elegant at the same time. We have used Beth’s WIPT Design services to assist with all areas of our home including organization, design, measurements, ordering furniture, buildout drawings and so much more. She is a kind, thoughtful, caring person; all of our questions were always given her earnest attention. The organization and design Beth brought to our home has completely changed our lives forever. Her tips and lessons provided to our family have made it possible for all of us to maintain this efficient WIPT way of living and has reduced our stress levels in great measures. Thank you so much Beth!” - Jordan - Home Owner & Retired Pediatrician

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AT H O M E WITH DAMON SMITH FORMER WRESTLER, ENTERTAINER, BRINGS VALUABLE LIFE LESSONS TO MIDDLE TENNESSEE REAL ESTATE PROFESSION

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WHEN YOUR LIVELIHOOD DEPENDS ON SALES AND MARKETING SKILLS, DEVELOPING THE PROPER TOOLS FOR SUCCESS CAN BE CHALLENGING. Yet that hasn’t stopped Damon Smith and his real estate team from reaching incredible heights. What is their key to success? It’s the lessons he learned from the sport of wrestling. “Achieving success in anything requires discipline, a hard work ethic, education, and persistence,” explained Damon, a Life Member of the Greater Nashville Realtors Association and six-time Diamond Award winner. “The success I’ve enjoyed in my personal and professional career is because I’ve applied all of these attributes to every part of my life, every day.” Along with his high school friend, Blake Shelton, Damon grew up in the small town of Ada, Oklahoma. His father managed the local funeral home, so he experienced death and people mourning at an early age. “That allowed me to see the world from a different perspective.” Damon enrolled at Oklahoma State University after high school - one of the top collegiate wrestling programs in the nation - competing for two seasons. Interestingly, the team won the NCAA championship in his freshman year in 1994. Although Damon loved wrestling, his pragmatic senses told him his future options were limited. “It wasn’t like I was going to qualify for the next Olympic team,” he jokingly stated. His love for country music also began to surface during college, and Damon asked for and received a guitar for Christmas. Once his playing and singing skills met his high expectations, the aspiring entertainer informed his parents he wanted to showcase his talent in local Oklahoma “opry” shows. Not wanting to “embarrass the family name” if his son’s musical talent was subpar, Damon’s dad suggested that he sing in neighboring Texas. CONTINUED >

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It was there the attributes Damon learned from wrestling

him to form a team. Soon after, the grandparents of a former

began to pay off. He not only won a spot on a Texas show,

wrestling student came aboard. A handful of other realtors

but he also won an Entertainer of the Year award.

have worked with him through the years. He maintains the

With a desire to become a singer, combined with a love interest, Damon transferred to rival Oklahoma, where two years later he earned a Business degree.

strategies he employs as a wrestling coach, are the same ones he uses to manage his realty team. Although his real estate business keeps him busy, Damon still makes time to pursue his passion for helping

GO EAST YOUNG MAN

others through wrestling.

“The day I graduated, I moved to Nashville,” explained

“After we moved to Brentwood, the head coaching position

Damon. Before relocating, he had met Jim Foglesong, a coun-

for the wrestling team at Brentwood High School opened up,

try music producer and executive, who signed such notable

and I told Susan I wanted to apply for the job. I certainly don’t

artists as Garth Brooks, Reba McIntyre, Suzy Bogus, Don

do it for the money,” joked Smith. “In fact, I lose money coach-

Williams, Sawyer Brown, among others.

ing. My passion - what drives me - is putting the traits I learned

As part of a duo, Damon began paying his dues by playing multiple venues. “I played around 150-200 nights a year, all

into these so they can be successful and, in turn, make this world a better place.”

over the country in any nightclub, honky-tonk, fair, or casino

In spite of his business success, Susan and Damon were con-

around. Not only was I playing, but I was also marketing and

fronting a significant life challenge. They had tried to have a child for

promoting our act. I was about as ‘AAA’ as you can get in

several years. Nothing had worked. After exhausting every medical

country music without making ‘major leagues.’ I knew it was

procedure and option available, disappointment had set in.

time to move on,” Smith said.

According to Susan, the entire process was taking a toll on

With almost 15 hard years of entertainment experience

their marriage. “Trying and failing to have a child soon becomes

under his belt, Damon returned to wrestling as an assistant

the focal point of your lives,” she confided. “You desperately

coach at Nashville’s Father Ryan High School.

want to have a family together. It’s what you dream of, and at

Years earlier, while living in Green Hills, Damon met Susan; a

some point, we had to realize that medical science couldn’t

beautiful lady with an engaging personality who just happened

help us. There were so many disappointments during those

to live next door. They became good friends, eventually dating.

years. It was difficult to hear about friends baby shower or walk

Eight years later, she became his wife.

into a Babies R’ Us store without my heart and soul hurting.”

In 2010, the newly married couple decided to buy a home

That’s when the couple began to explore adoption. Challenges

and enlisted the help of a wrestler’s mother, who was a real

remained, and the couple had to implement the discipline skills

estate agent. “I really enjoyed the process of looking for and

Damon had developed. “We had multiple adoption situations

buying a house,” a smiling Damon recalls. With their realtor’s

present themselves, and for one reason or another, they didn’t

encouragement, Smith decided to make a career change.

work out,” said Damon. We had almost given up, deciding it was

The same skills that made forged his previous success would transfer to real estate. Within a year, he sat atop the sales chart of a 100 agent realty office.

going to be the two of us and our dogs.” Then came a home renovation project that would temporarily distract them from the adoption process.

“Using the attributes learned from wrestling is my key

“On a Friday, when it came time to pick paint colors, Susan

to success,” says Smith. “I tell people I get more done

decided she wanted a spare bedroom painted blue,” Smith said

between 9 am and noon than most people do all day. I’m

with a smile. “The painters had completed work that weekend.

disciplined, I crush a to-do list.”

I had come home to have lunch on the following Tuesday and

Technology has also played a role in Damon’s real estate

answered a call from her. With a quivering voice, she told me

success. “When I began selling real estate, the industry was

we were going to be parents and would pick up our new son,

experiencing what the music industry saw a decade earlier.

Oscar, three days later. It’s amazing how God works because

Record stores started to close as streaming services like

he was born on the very day the room was painted. What did

Napster changed how we purchased music. Having witnessed

we learn? It was always supposed to be Oscar.”

that change, I adopted whatever technological tools were available to help home buyers.”

Wresting, real estate, and Oscar, along with these success attributes Damon uses daily, have changed the cou-

After two years as a full-time realtor, Damon was closing

ple’s lives forever. Both Susan and Damon hope the lives

over 100 sales annually. His parents had also relocated to

they touch each day will help others find their own success,

Nashville years earlier, so his mom became licensed, allowing

both on and off the wrestling mat.

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THIS MONTH, BRENTWOOD LIFESTYLE STOPPED IN AT LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED NASHCO FURNITURE. We sat down (on a nice leather sofa) with the owner, Anthony Moore, to get an inside look at the latest and greatest in leather furniture. WHAT ARE THE MOST POPULAR LEATHER HUES? First of all, each leather is slightly different in tone, texture, and hue, which sets it apart from fabric. Most leathers have variations in color that are unique to each piece, which gives it the distinction that leather seekers are looking for! Variations of brown still have a foothold in the leather category. There has been a major uptick in lighter browns, camel or chestnut colors. CAN LEATHER COMPLEMENT OTHER FABRICS WHEN DESIGNING A ROOM? Leather is a great statement piece. Great additions to your design are an accent chair, ottoman, rug, or tables. Each of those things will incorporate well with a statement leather piece of furniture. There are so many colors and textures you can use to compliment a leather piece to finish a room. CAN LEATHER BE USED IN TRADITIONAL, MODERN, CONTEMPORARY, AND RUSTIC HOMES? There are so many different styles that go with a good leather piece. Leather typically takes on a traditional feel. We work with our leather supplier that provides great frames with supreme leather applications. The variety

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HOW DOES THE LIFESPAN OF A LEATHER COUCH

it is a downtown condo or a family home in suburbia.

OR FURNITURE PIECE COMPARE TO THE LIFETIME OF FABRIC/UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE?

CAN LEATHER BE USED IN BOTH CASUAL AND FORMAL SPACES, AND HOW?

Leather is more durable than fabric upholstery.

stands the test of time because style trends do not

Leather can be used in any setting. Formal settings can

change nearly as much in the leather category. In the

have a traditional chesterfield sofa, or what I think of as

12 years I have been in the industry, I have seen brown

the “cigar room” or lounge sofa. Casual settings call for

upholstery dominate the industry, then colors like red

sofas built with comfort and style in mind.

and sage take over, and most recently grays and beiges are the biggest players in the industry. Leather 12 years

WHAT ACCENTS WOULD YOU RECOMMEND USING

ago was dominated by browns and leathers today are

WITH A LEATHER COUCH OR SEATING AREA?

dominated by brown. Some frames like the chesterfield

Accent pillows, throws, and accent chairs make a world

have been in the marketplace for decades, others have

of difference for leather sofas. Bring out the personality of

evolved but will most likely be around for years to come!

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Good leathers are a sign of quality and longevity.

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hosting a housewarming party

DID YOU JUST BUY A NEW HOME? Are you ready to show it off to your friends and family? Why not throw a house-warming party!!! A house-warming is a party traditionally held soon after moving into a new residence. It is an occasion for the hosts to present their new home to their friends, post-moving, and for friends to give gifts to furnish the new home. House-warming parties are generally informal. Inviting your new neighbors to your housewarming party is an excellent way to get off on the right foot with them. You don’t have to invite the entire block, of course, but do consider sending an invite to the people who live on either side of you and across from you—just slip an invitation in their mailbox. Natasha Stoneking is a Nashville native and a life and style blogger at Hello Happiness, where she has served as the author and content creator for more than 12 years. Residing in Brentwood, she is married to Jeff and has two little ladies, Caroline (8) and Carson (6). She has a fondness for all things southern and happy and enjoys playing hostess, working out, is a lover of travel, and never shies away from sharing her colorful and bright style. She shared two of her favorite recipes with Brentwood Lifestyle. Follow her on Instagram: @nashvilletash

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PEAR AND BRIE BALSAMIC BRUSCHETTA INGREDIENTS + 2 Anjou Pears

+ Balsamic Glaze

(thinly sliced)

+ 1 Wheel of Brie

+ 1 Pre-Cooked French

Cheese (sliced)

Baguette (cut into slices)

+ Fresh Thyme Sprigs

DIRECTIONS 01 Heat oven to 375 and drizzle olive oil on one side of baguette slices; turn that side down and bake for 8-10 minutes until crunchy 02 Remove from oven, top with sliced pear and brie cheese 03 Drizzle balsamic glaze and then top with spring of thyme 04 Serve immediately and enjoy!!

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THE FRENCH 75 COCKTAIL INGREDIENTS + 2 oz. Champagne + 1 oz Gin + 1/2 Oz Lemon Juice + 2 Dashes Simple Syrup For a Greek Inspired gathering we have two more recipes to get your party started.

OUZITO INGREDIENTS + Ouzo (Greek Liquor)

+ Lemon Juice

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+ Lemons

+ Mint leaves

+ Sugar

DIRECTIONS 01 Ouzo is shaken over ice with crushed mint leaves, lemon juice, and sugar and poured into glasses that have been filled halfway with ice cubes.Â Add fresh lemons and serve.

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family who have a gluten allergy.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

+ 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened

01 Add cream cheese, lemon juice, Italian sea-

+ 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

soning and garlic in a medium mixing bowl.

+ 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Beat with an electric mixer until combined.

+ 2 cloves garlic, minced + 1 cup prepared hummus

02 Spread cream cheese mixture into a

+ 3/4 cup chopped cucumber

serving dish. Spread the hummus on top of

+ 3/4 cup chopped tomato

the cream cheese mixture then top with the

+ 1/2 cup chopped pitted Kalamata olives

remaining ingredients.

+ 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese + 1/4 cup sliced green onions

03 Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours

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in a sharp color can totally change the whole feel of the face of your home. Inspiration from the Pantone 2020 color of the year Classic Blue is a great place to start to enter into a fresh new look as you freshen up your home in the new decade. 2. Wallpaper. Wallpaper, wallpaper, wallpaper! You cannot hide from it anymore. Although it’s not your momma’s wallpaper. New, and current designs brings beautiful color and pattern to every room. The layers of Classic Blue in this photo work seamlessly, so will your wallpaper if

you have a good installer, which I do. 3. Swatches. The new decade brings with it color for your Interiors! Grey and white are phasing out to make room for blues mixed with tomato reds, bright yellows, and white of course. Fortunately the grey and white you may have is the perfect backdrop to easily add a pop of color in your fabrics, art, accessories, and rugs. Throw a pillow in Classic Blue (Pantone 2020 color of the year) on your grey sofa to update in a snap!

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4. Kitchen. This would be just another white kitchen without this pop of color on the blue pantry door with antiques mirrors! Notice the window trim and accessories that tie in the color. If you have the trendy white kitchen of the past few years, paint a feature in a beautiful rich color to bring life back to your kitchen! 5. Walls. These Walls! The Classic Blue paneled walls, cabinets, and trim in a lacquer finish no less makes a fabulous statement. This look never gets old. I used it in a show house in 1998 in grey believe it or not! Don’t be afraid just to paint it all! Also, lacquer on furniture, walls, and cabinets has been sneaking around for a while and will come out full force in this new decade. 6. Curtains. If you LOVE color you may use it everywhere in your home if done correctly.

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MARCH

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

7, 14, 21, 28

FRANKLIN FARMERS MARKET Franklin Factory

From produce, fruit and dairy to baked goods and meats, you’ll

find fresh food at the Franklin

Farmers Market. And because it’s all from local farms, the variety of goods

increases and changes each week through the seasons. Plus, there are

a select number of local crafts per-

sons at the market too, with unique goods for you to enjoy.

7 FIRST FRIDAY ART SCENE Downtown Historic Franklin

Be a tourist here in Williamson County! A free, monthly art crawl that

takes

participants

through

downtown Franklin’s historic buildings,

and

celebrates

Williamson

County’s unique artistic talent!

8 TASTE OF WILLIAMSON Cool Springs Galleria Mall

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eateries,

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chefs. Each year, friends and families look forward to this after-hours MALL event. The community comes together for good eats and a delightful evening in support of United Way and 27 partner agencies. Cost is $35.

12 COOL SPRINGS PLASTIC SURGERY OPEN HOUSE 620 Church Street East, Brentwood

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Open House. There will be food, giveaways, live demonstrations and many other exciting happenings. Call 615.771.7718 to RSVP and receive a $25 Gift Certificate at the door.

13-15 NASHVILLE HOME AND REMODELING EXPO Music City Center

The Nashville Home + Remodeling Expo is a vibrant marketplace where you can shop for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations

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14 THE BLOODY MARY FESTIVAL Track One

From The Gulch to East Nashville to

Franklin,

Nashville's

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15 NASHVILLE ST. PADDY'S HALF MARATHON & 5K RUN/WALK Nashville

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MARCH

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

30 YEARS

HELPING MIDDLE TENNESSEE RESIDENTS FIND HOME

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26-29 SOUTHERN WOMAN'S SHOW Music City Center in Nashville

The Southern Woman's Show where you can shop, sample and share the

fun at Nashville's favorite event for

women. Discover hundreds of boutiques and pop-up shops filled with

the latest fashions, trendy jewelry,

gourmet treats, health and beauty, and so much more. Enjoy fashion shows, top chefs, and celebrity guests.

26-29 THE ARETHA LEGACY SHOW Franklin Theatre

The Studio Tenn Legacy Series can’t wait to pay tribute to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin! Dates and times as follows: Thursday, March 26 at 7 p.m. Friday, March 27 at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 29 at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 29 at 7 p.m.

28 HILLBILLY CLUE: MURDER, MAYHEM AND MOONSHINE Gratidude Ranch

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SET UP A TRUST Larry recommends you set up a trust. “Create a Tennessee Investment Services Trust, which is a self-settled Tennessee asset protection trust. The LLC ownership interest or the investment property can then be transferred to the trust so that it is protected from the clients’ creditors as well as better protects the client from any liabilities that arise on the property.”

LLCs. His firm wants to make sure when a client becomes

incapacitated or passes away that the property can be man-

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aged, sold or transferred the most efficient way without having

diversifying your capital and finding a good attorney

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