Valentine Favorites and Not-So-Favorites

At The Larkin Painting Company, we are dedicated to and love our craft, but we do take time to enjoy the little things in life- like movies. In a nod to Valentine’s Day and February’s unofficial status as the month of love, we thought we would share our favorite and not-so-favorite romantic movies. You might…

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Nana’s Special Stuffing

My grandchildren say the Thanksgiving table is not complete without my special stuffing. They can live without the candied sweet potatoes, corn, mashed potatoes and maybe even the turkey, but not the stuffing. There is never enough of this dish no matter how much I make. The kids love to guess what’s in it as…

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The Special People in Our Lives

During the year, we all try to make sure we take time to recognize and appreciate the special people in our lives.  Sometimes we remember and sometimes we don’t.  After all, we are only human.  As cliche as it might seem, the holidays are the perfect time to pause and tell others how much we…

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Happy Thanksgiving 2014!

On this snowy Thanksgiving, I am so very grateful for my family, friends and you!  Thank you for being an integral part The Larkin Painting Company community.  My family and everyone at Larkin Painting join me in wishing you and yours a wonderful and safe holiday!     Be well, Bill

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Happy Veteran’s Day!

Happy Veteran’s Day!  I just wanted to take a moment to thank all of the veterans who have served and sacrificed for this country.  Wars and violence take a toll on all of us, but especially veterans and their families.  Thank you.  Thank you.  Thank you. If you have a moment, please check out the…

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Double, double, toil and trouble

The Witch I saw her plucking cowslips, And marked her where she stood: She never knew I watched her While hiding in the wood. Her skirt was brightest crimson, And black her steeple hat, Her broom lay beside her – I’m positive of that. Her chin was sharp and pointed, Her eyes were – I…

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Happy Fourth of July!

Happy Birthday to the U.S.A.!  I know it’s raining here and there, and the fireworks have been postponed, but I hope you have a wonderful holiday!  Just in case the party hasn’t started at your place or if you did manage to ferret out a dry spot on the beach, I found a few good…

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Days of Gratitude – Day Two

We are continuing with our days of gratitude this week.  As the holidays approach, it’s the perfect time to pause, take stock and be grateful.  I know all too well how easy it is to get caught up in the busyness and bustle of  running The Larkin Painting Company.  Maybe that is why it is…

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Twinkling or Steady?

The holidays are here!  Folks are prepping their homes to celebrate!  Advent starts this week, and Hanukkah begins on December 8th.  Soon the latkes and cookies will be gobbled up and hot cocoa will be the beverage of choice. Have you started decorating?  If you have a Christmas tree do you choose multicolored or white…

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