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What is ON Your Refrigerator?

They say you can tell much about a family based on what they eat. After all, there are anthropologists who specialize in figuring out what cultures and civilizations ate and how that connected with other aspects of their lifestyle. I would like to propose that not only can you tell a great deal about a family by investigating what they have IN their refrigerator, you can tell even more about them by what they choose to stick to the outside. What you have plastered ON your refrigerator says a lot about your family values and “personality”… Is it all about … Continue reading →

The Kitchen Sink: Wherever Did It Come From?

The classic plumbing definition of a sink is a bowl-shaped fixture made of porcelain or stainless steel that is used for washing hands or small objects such as dishes and underwear. The idea of a sink probably dates back to prehistoric times when Neanderthal man made water basins out of big rocks that eroded into a concave shape by centuries of rain. The idea of a kitchen sink came of course much later, when indoor fireplaces replaced open hearths and leopard skins and clubs gave way to “civilized” clothing and walking sticks. The kitchen sink has always been a mutant … Continue reading →

Home and Garden Week in Review Sep. 4-10

Here’s a handy run down of what Marjorie, Michele, and I discussed the week of September 4- 10, in Home and Garden, just in case you missed anything. September 4 – Kids’ Décor: From Young at Art, Little Rock – Multi-tasking and Clutter: A Team? – Bathroom Cabinets And Other Cluttered Things – The Automatic Dust Pan: Dust Troubles Away – The Hands Free Can Opener: Use Your Feet! September 5 – Picking the Perfect Bed—Children – Picking The Perfect Bed—Adults – Keep it Family Friendly – The Garbage Disposal In Your Home: What Else Can It Do? – The … Continue reading →