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a few of my favorite things // what makes you smile

Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Debbi DiMaggio

A Few of my Favorite Things….XOXO!

Here are just 3 of Debbi’s Bay Area Favorites

Rue Atelier
Clothing Boutique
College Avenue, Berkeley

Debbi’s Dress by Rue Atelier

LOOT Antiques
by RON MORGAN
Mt. Diablo Road, Lafayette


PRINTED AFFAIR by
Marcia Redford & Leslie Bond

Leslie, pictured here with me!

 

What Makes Me Smile // My Happy Place

“Debbi Loves”

Designer – Haltson

Home Style – Hollywood Regency

Color – Pink

and

White with a POP of Color

What I Want for Christmas…..High Back Dome Wing Chair

Color: Undecided..Click to see more

Snack – Luna Lemon Bars

Big City – New York

European City – Roma

Interior Designer – Kelley Wearstler

Vacation Spot – Saint Tropez….for its stunning architecture, sparkling location, friendly people, charming narrow streets, amazing bakeries and seaside setting.

Flowers – White or Purple Tulips, Even Orange…
i’ll buy two bunches, pull out my clear vases and display throughout our home

Also Love
Short cut pink peonies


Beach – Sunny Isles, Miami at the Acqualina

California Quick Getaway – Beverly Hills / West Hollywood / Sunset

Workout – The Dailey Method

Color to Wear – Black or White ( except i am working on wearing more bold colors like deep purple, emerald green even orange )

Hobbies – Real Estate, Travel, Fashion, Photography / Art Direction

Passion = Selling Homes + Helping Clients

Inspiration:  helping others through my involvement in various charities

Children’s Support League of the Oakland, East Bay – East Bay Agency for Children – Cancer League

 George Mark Children’s House and Boys Town of Italy

to name a few

 

George Mark Children’s House Gala Committee

 Bianca’s Smile…when she is mentoring children

Warms My Heart:  My kids and their friends

A Few of  “The Boys”

A Few of “My Girls”

Nail Color – Buff Manicure, French Pedicure

Shopping Mall – Bal Harbour, Miami

Romatic Retreat – Las Ventanas

Adam and I celebrated our 10 year anniversary and my 40th Birthday at this gorgeous destination!


Hotel – St. Regis, New York


Wine Country Spa – Rejuvinating Retreat – The Carneros Inn

 Magazine – Elle Decor and Town & Country

Accessories – Vases & Mirrors

Skincare – Moderne Skin by Debbi DiMaggio

 

Sport – Lacrosse

Personal Fashion Accessory – My oversized cocktail rings by Melanie Lynn

Family Vacation – Mediterranean Cruise to France and Italy

Hotel Room – The Wynn Las Vegas – 2000 sq feet of luxury

Spectator Event – Watching my kids

Chase playing Lacrosse and Football

Bianca … Water Polo & Dancing

Love to – Bring People Together and

Share and Inspire Others through Personal Experience

Places That Inspire

Swimming Pools
Beautiful Surroundings
Hotels and Roof Top Pools


Magazines – Home Interiors & Design
Sitting alone on the airplane, my mind starts to wander and create
Movement

Community

 

My Motto

Helping Others Gives Success True Meaning

Dream Big, Live Big, Follow Your Dreams, Visualize It and You Will Achieve It

Never say Never – No is not an option

Just Do It

 

Most Admired Person
Princess Diana

Most Asked Question of You
Are you related to Joe DiMaggio….3rd cousins

Biggest Relief

When Bianca chose the college she would attend
GO BUFFS!!

 

Funniest Moment
Chase going to the bathroom when we were about to land and the flight attendant slammed the door shut as Chase started to open it.  We learned later that Chase pulled back down his pants and sat back down on the toilet.  I guess he assumed if he was in the bathroom he had to  be sitting on the toilet.  He landed in the bathroom.  I don’t know how often that has happened.

 

Proud to Be A Part of HIGHLAND PARTNERS…with our focus on community and commitment to providing exceptional service to our clients

HIGHLAND PARTNERS….Since 2009

 

Family

My Kids

 

Most Fun to Travel With….Bianca, my daughter

And
Dad, Vince

Biggest Supporter
My husband, Adam

Always Available to Help Out
My mom

 

Next Steps….

sell more homes // assist more families


touch the lives of others through future charity work

write a book

inspire others through words and pictures

host my own tv show:  On Location… inspiring others through home, design, architecture, lifestyle, resources, philanthropy, travel

XOXO!

2012 Events that Give

Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Debbi DiMaggio

Events that Give 2012

Each year these wonderful organizations, and dozens of heartfelt volunteers donate their time and resources for the benefit of others.  If you do not have the time to volunteer, you can still support these important causes by participating in one or all of the following annual fundraisers.  Of course, there are 1000’s more that need your support; here are just a few that inspire me.  XOXO!

Notes & Words III – Children’s Hospital

www.notesandwords.org

 

Children’s Support League Home Tour

www.wehelpkids.org

 

George Mark Children’s House Autumn Gala

www.georgemark.org

 

Corey’s Crusade – Fight Against ALS

www.community.als.net/coreyscrusade

 

East Bay Agency for Children Masquerade Ball

www.ebac.org

 

Cancer League Holly Ball

www.thecancerleagueinc.org

 

Winter Ball – Children’s Hospital Hill Branch

www.childrenshospitalbranches.org

 

 

Event Photos

George Mark Autumn Gala 2011

 

Contra Costa Times article on Volunteerism and Charities

Page 3 George Mark and Children’s Support League Highlighted – ( Link Out of Date, Condensed Article Above )

 

Pictured Above:  George Mark Children’s House Chapel

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what we learn through team sports // prepares us for every aspect of our own life…

Saturday, November 19, 2011
Debbi DiMaggio

Lessons Learned: Magnified

will to succeed

determination

teamwork

leadership

friends & teammates  ( my boys! )

The Piedmont High School JV Highlanders Football Season was one of celebration and lessons learned.  Of course, it would have been wonderful if the team won all of their games, however, the experience of their few losses allowed them to learn so much more.  Although I am not very knowledgeable about football, it was much easier for me to follow along then I thought.  Not only having my son’s bright shoes as a reference point, but knowing his friends on the field allowed me to understand more easily.  A proud mother, of 45 football players, I’d say.  I reveled in each game as I witnessed their quick moves, timely plays, amazing interceptions, awe inspiring completions, and knock down tackles.  As in life, lessons learned can be used in the future, whether in business or social, as an individual, or as a team… if you allow them.

 

Just as an actor may draw upon his or her emotions and past experiences to deliver a magnificent performance, these athletes will draw from this season… lessons of a lifetime.

 

applaud teammates

 

learn from your mistakes

 

leaders are not always right

 

forgive

 

the agony of defeat

 

false starts

 

respect

 

patience

 

leadership

 

re group

 

laser focus

 

repetition

 

the struggle makes you stronger, tougher, better

 

discipline

 

commitment

 

never give up: persist and perservere

 

thrill of victory

 

working together creates a more successful result

 

outcomes can change with the blink of an eye

 

never stop giving it your all

 

it’s never over ‘til it’s over

 

control

 

emotional swing

 

motivation

 

passion

 

encourage your teammates

 

courage

 

frustration

 

there is no substitute for preparation and hard work

 

show up

 

110%

 

playbook is still unwritten

 

GAME ON!

 

See you in the bleachers next year!

 

XOXO! Debbi

say no to good things // so you can say yes, to great things

Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Debbi DiMaggio
my life coach, ned kraft, shared these words with me one day while we were sitting in union square. as i listened, and repeated his words, i knew there was great truth in what he said.
we get so bogged down every day with our schedules, our children’s schedules, an assortment of appointments, invitations, community service projects, errands, events, fundraising, shopping and so much more.  many times we feel we have to say yes, yes, yes.  but truly what we should say is — yes — to really great things and allow ourselves to say no, more often.  it is very hard for me to say no, how about you?  do you say yes without consulting your busy schedule and your already over-committed life?
continually doing what is not working and always saying yes to everything, is what keeps us from saying yes to great things.  it is okay to say no, try it — with no excuse or feeling bad.  it is okay to turn away business or an invitation that doesn’t feel right, fit your schedule or that doesn’t appeal to you.
once you close one door, another door will open …. be aware of opportunities coming your way …. be ready to see, receive and accept these gifts
xoxo!
debbi

a student perspective // the best advice for freshmen // go buffs!

Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Debbi DiMaggio

our first family weekend october 2011

“it’s coming, it’s coming,” grandpa yelled.  what’s coming?  grandma questioned.  photo:  grandpa doing the wave — for the first time!!  

really, what’s not to love?  a beautiful campus nestled beneath the flatirons and a campus reminicent of an italian village.  stunning.  simply breathtaking.

the best advice for freshman

reprinted from the CU Parent – Parents Supporting Students University of Colorado, Boulder Newsletter

i thought it was worth reprinting this article to share with college students, parents of freshman, upcoming freshman parents and college students who i’ve heard sometimes question, why?  why did i go to college?  for what?  i don’t know what i want to do.  i hope this provides some perspective or another perspective as it did for me.

by Caitlin Hoffman, senior, French and humanities, orientation leader 2010-2011

In my experience as an orientation leader, I work closely with incoming freshman and their families and on a daily basis I am asked the question, “what’s the BEST advice you could give a new freshman?”  Well that’s tough — there are so many new aspects to college life that it’s hard to pinpoint just one piece of useful advice.

However, after consulting my very wise and seasoned friends, co-workers, and peers for their sage bit of advice, if there were one thing they wish they had known as a freshman, this is what it would be:

College is all about change, new experiences, new perspectives–embrace them!  Find your go-to place to study– it’s okay if it’s not the library.  You’re in the driver’s seat now, but with more freedom comes more responsibility, so be accountable.  Drink water, and lots of it.  It’s okay to change your major once (or twice or four times); one class can change your mind.  Recycle. Step outside your comfort zone and try new things, it’s the best way to make memories.

Wash your hands.  Start off strong academically, your GPA will thank you later.  Your CU (college) email is your lifeline to the university, check it often.  Dorm rooms need to be cleaned more often than you think.  Go to office hours.  Think of and embrace new problem solving skills.  Sit in the first two rows of a class whether it’s a 20-person seminar or a 400-person lecture, your instructor will recognize you.  Dining hall food is better than you think; if it gets old, get creative.  Stress happens; find the best way for you to manage it.  Don’t lose your syllabus.  Keep a working resume, and work on it.  Embrace nap time, 20 minutes can make you feel like a champ.

One piece of advice that resonated among all “gurus” consulted was to get involved.  Finding something you’re passionate about and getting involved in it will change your life.  A good friend put it perfectly, “Seize the day, because there will never be a more perfect time to do so than in college.”

reprinted from the CU Boulder Parent Newsletter as stated above.

XOXO!  debbi

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