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Easy Porch Updates

by Mary Ann Romans

08 Jun 2008 03:26 PM

A porch is just a must have for the summer. The porch can be a quiet place to escape and listen to the sounds of summer, a cool place to relax when the temperature indoor is soaring, and a place of conversation as the neighbors stop by to chat or while you entertain.

Ah, Fresh Air!

by Sherry Holetzky

10 May 2008 11:37 AM

Isn't it great to be able to open up the doors and windows and let the fresh air into your home? I love it.

Caution: Severe Weather Impending from Texas to Chicago

by Sherry Holetzky

09 Apr 2008 07:06 AM

If you are not already aware, severe weather is in the forecast beginning today and possibly continuing for at least the next 36 hours.

Is your Shed ready for Spring?

by Sherry Holetzky

07 Apr 2008 06:12 AM

If you have a garden shed, tool shed, workshop, out building, or basically any structure smaller than a garage that roughly fits the description "shed," it is likely to be last on your list of spring cleaning chores.

Build a Pool-Side Cabana

by Mary Ann Romans

03 Apr 2008 12:12 PM

One of the coolest things that our neighbors have is a little pool-side cabana. It is great for entertaining. The family and their guests can spend hours by the pool without any need to ever go inside the house.

Is it Time for a Garage Sale or Yard Sale?

by Sherry Holetzky

03 Apr 2008 08:25 AM

As we purge, do spring cleaning, organize and purge some more, we are left trying to find something to do with all the items we've decided we no longer need. Donating to charity is great and many of us go this route first.

Identifying Backyard Birds: Mourning Doves

by Mary Ann Romans

14 Mar 2008 11:20 AM

In the previous article, I shared the antics of our backyard cardinals, very regal birds, in my opinion. Now I'll talk about another visitor to our backyard. This is one (well, many) bird that is really king of the bird feeder. All of the other birds make way.

Identifying Backyard Birds: Cardinals

by Mary Ann Romans

14 Mar 2008 07:12 AM

Before moving to our current home last year, our ability to identify the wildlife in our backyard consisted of squirrels and street cars. Now, in our wooded yard, we are finding plenty of little critters that visit. We have been having fun identifying the birds, especially.

What Is Hardscaping?

by Mary Ann Romans

05 Mar 2008 06:49 PM

Here is another home-related question that came across my keyboard the other day. "I keep hearing the term "Hardscaping. What is that? Is it related to Landscaping?" Hardscaping is indeed a landscaping term.

The National Great Backyard Bird Count

by Mary Ann Romans

15 Feb 2008 12:20 PM

Don't miss out on the chance to participate in the National Great Backyard Bird Count. Not only will you be helping scientists determine migration patterns and breeding of wild birds, but you may also win a prize.



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