Virginia K. Smith

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Granted, we don't know exactly how much it costs, or if you really had any intention of owning property in Europe in any capacity. But who could say no to the opportunity to snap up La Pitchoune, the idyllic Provence cottage where Julia spent her vacations cooking and sipping wine?

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While the idea of an Upper East Side townhouse seemingly demands hushed tones and genteel ways, not to mention antiques and miles of marble, whoever decorated this Carnegie Hill gem seems to have taken the concept of "pop of color" to a whole new level, rendering the place more welcoming to the kids in the family. Admittedly, it isn't for everyone, but credit where it's due for originality and inspiration to get creative and personal with decor, even in a stately older home.

Dear Sam: Can I get any kind of lenience from a landlord if my spouse has recently passed away? My husband died recently, and while I was late on rent for September and haven't yet paid for October, I just received notice for court proceedings for non-payment in August, even though I paid rent that month. How can I save my apartment?