Joyce Marsh Lifestyle Inspiration

Low Hanging Fruit vs. Cream of the CropFinding Balance in Pursuit In the pursuit of success,  the age-old question arises: Is it better to go after the low hanging fruit or strive exclusively for the cream of the crop?   One of my previous bosses was keen on identifying new real estate agents as ...

As you master your life you create excellence in your thinking, proficiency in your activities . . . . and you create new results. Be the Master . . . . of Your Life “The eye of the master will do more work than both his hands.” Benjamin Franklin 1706 – 1790, American Statesman, Founding Father, ...

John Henry has done an excellent job of capturing the lush foliage and beautiful blooming flowers that we are very fortunate to have here in central Florida blooming a good part of the year.    I have many of these flowers growing in my own yard. Most are relatively easy to grow with minimal care...

 10 Must-Have Items to Make Your Home Look More Expensive  Creating an expensive-looking home doesn't always require a hefty price tag. Obviously the room pictured above is in a very luxurious expensive home.  But, with the right selection of decor pieces and a styling plan in place, you can tran...

Lasting Success is the Result of Helping Others “Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others. Unsuccessful people are always asking, what’s in it for me?”  Brian Tracy Lasting Success is the Result of Helping Others “Successful people are always looking for opportunities...

“You’re responsible for your choices and results   The choices that you make are under your control. You make the choices on what you will do . . . . when you will do it  . . . .  why you do it . . . . and the quality of your effort that you put into what your doing.” Lou Ludwig had a way with wo...

Neiman Marcus Famous Chocolate Chip CookiesThe history behind Neiman Marcus's famous chocolate chip cookies is a tale of culinary legend. According to popular lore, the recipe for these delectable treats was once sold by the upscale department store for an exorbitant sum, leading to a public outc...

Glitches, Goofs, and GotchasEmbracing the Quirks of Modern Life First off I was inspired by a comment made by Michael Jacobs yesterday on his blog about Facebook and social media when he was responding to a comment made by Kat Palmiotti ... Anyway, Michael made the comment... Glitches, goofs and ...

Mastering ModernCurating a Sleek & Chic Aesthetic for Your HomeOver the years, I have had the pleasure of decorating many homes with a modern aesthetic.  I'm happy to share some of my tips for curating a modern look for your own home. In today's fast-paced world, the modern aesthetic offers a per...

Make It Real |The Art of Genuine Interaction Embracing Authentic Comments in a World of Canned Responses Well here we are, in an age that is pretty much dominated by social media and digital communication. The value of authentic human interaction cannot be overstated In the midst of a flood of au...