A summer Saturday night — the shadows so still and lasting. Voices bouncing across a stretch of jade lawn before sneaking in through the screen door. A moment, a whisper really, when it seems life simply cannot get any better. When by innocently remarking on it is almost to lose it. But the utter sweetness … Continued
Angela Prizio, director of finance at F. H. Perry Builder in Hopkinton, MA, just received the 2019 “40 Under 40” Award presented by Professional Remodeler magazine. The annual awards recognize outstanding achievement in the remodeling industry nationwide. Angela was one of 10 recipients in the “Executive Team” category. She joined F.H. Perry Builder in 2015 … Continued
There is this very nice man in the neighborhood behind my house. I don’t know his name. I sort of know which house is his. I know he has a dog. We see each other from time to time in the morning when we are both half awake and perfectly happy with a quick nod … Continued
Spring Refresh Who is ready for the sunshine, green grass, and warm weather? To me that all sounds wonderful- but we know what comes with that: spring cleaning, snow run-off flooding your yard and sidewalks, windows covered in winter film, an AC system that needs its Spring service, and OH so much more. No problem-we … Continued
I’ve been a parent for thirteen years. After a series of other character-building endeavors including age appropriate collegiate shenanigans, two years of waitress-funded independence in the Pacific Northwest, a shabby-chic Boston North End condo purchase, and half a MBA I found the man of my dreams, signed the pledge and launched my progenitor career. Growth … Continued
We are so involved in your home, we thought you may want to know a bit about us. Liz recently got married and went through the rigorous name change process, which is why you are receiving emails from Liz Athorn instead of Liz Atkins. Same person. Same initials. Different last name. Liz married her husband … Continued
Make room for another WIN Sometimes something big comes along and you need to get that space ready to host guests, serve food, and cheer on your team. It may be short notice this time around but know one of our services is to help move furniture, assist with AV, set up a space for … Continued
So, deep down, I’m competitive. And impatient. Competitive and impatient. I angle my cart at the grocery store for the fastest register. I want to be the first off the line at a green light. I have never let a kid win a board game on purpose…(don’t judge). In other words, I am all too … Continued
Going away for work or play can be exciting and at times stressful knowing what your leaving unattended. We can be there for you and your home when you cannot. A typical house check includes: Bring in mail, newspapers, and packages Investigate for any activity that may appear irregular Inspect the mechanical room for leaks … Continued
Well my friends. Here we are. The holiday season. Like it or not, bells are ringing, lights are swinging and we’re in deep for another month or so. Is it effervescent magic? Self-reflective harmony? Renewal of an elusive childhood? Stress? Staggering conformity? Outlandish attention to the majority? Like I said, no matter who you are, … Continued