• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 1 cup of crunchy or creamy peanut butter

• 1 1/2 cups of butter (3 sticks) softened

• 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa

• 5 cups of confectioner's sugar

• 1/2 cup of milk

• 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract

• 1/2 teaspoons espresso powder

Directions

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• Clean up the yard - make sure that all of the trees and shrubs are well trimmed and remove any dead or dying plants.  Adding seasonal flowers can dress up any yard.
• Keep the yard green and well manicured. Hiring a lawn service during the listing period may be the best choice.
• If it is winter time - make sure that the front walkway is always free from snow and ice.
• Park extra cars away from the house.  Store boats and RV's.  Overcrowding your driveway can be a negative.
• Keep the front porch and doorway clean and free from leaves and spider webs.
• Fresh paint - give the front door, shutters and porch a fresh coat of paint.
• Hang a new wreath on the door that is seasonal and welcoming.
• Add a pot of flowers to the front porch.  This provides a pop of color and flowers make everyone happy.

Directions

• 1 package of Spice cake mix

• 1 cup of Sour Cream

• 1 (15 oz.) can of pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)

• 1/4 cup of vegetable oil

• 3 eggs

Directions

• 1 (8 oz.) package of cream cheese, softened

• 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, softened

• 1 teaspoon of vanilla

• 1 (16 oz.) package of powdered sugar

• 1-1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon

Directions

• Choose neutral bottoms and mix in brighter, patterned tops.  I travel with a lot of black, white and gray.
• Mix and match are a must.  One pair of pants, one skirt and one pair of shorts will go a long way with various tops.  I love these here.
• Layers are critical.  I like tank tops, short sleeve t-shirts and long t-shirts with button down shirts, sweaters or jackets.  Use jewelry and scarves to change up your outfit.
• Shoes...oh my...I either go black or brown - not both.  I choose my outfits to minimize my shoes.  Comfortable shoes are a lifesaver - I love these.
• You can always buy toiletries where you are going if necessary. If not, use travel bottles.  Never take full bottles of anything - not only do full shampoo bottles take up space, but they are heavy.
• Planning and organization are key.  Lay everything out on your bed way in advance.  Match up your outfits and downsize not once, but twice.  This gives you time to run out and buy any missing items.
• Roll, roll, roll everything.  It not only maximizes space, but it helps prevent wrinkles.

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