Poppy Flower or “Coquelicot” The poppy flower, or “coquelicot” in French, has been named one of the most symbolic flowers in the entire world. There are few other flowers that have played as important of a role in religion, medicine, politics, and mythology. Whether found in grazing fields, your favorite foods, or decorative storefronts, this…
How to Survive a Home Inspection
Dear Monty: We live in Florida. A real told us that all real estate agents here are transactional agents. They said it is impossible to have a buyer agent or a seller agent in Florida. Many people have depended on real estate agents to recommend a home inspector. Should prospective buyers ask a transactional agent…
Paws-Itively Patriotic: Meet the First Dog Since World War II to Receive the Medal of Heroism
U.S. Army Ranger and Purple Heart recipient Julian McDonald met Layka in Sharana, Afghanistan on April 28, 2012, after his first dog was killed in action on McDonald’s birthday. “I picked her up from the kennel and we began running direct night action raids on the 29th,” he says. The team had been operational for…
How to Transform Concrete to Any Color
Every day, I receive quite a few emails via the Ask Tim page AskTheBuilder.com. A common question, believe it or not, is how to add color to concrete. It makes sense. A lot of people dislike the drab gray color of concrete. So people ask me about painting garage floors, steps, patios and even sidewalks….
Do It Yourself: Install Ceiling Crown Molding
It’s hard to deny the character of an old home with crown ceiling molding outlining the room. And it’s a popular feature in new homes, as builders know new homebuyers are looking for that striking distinction in rooms. You can add that to an ordinary room by installing wooden crown molding and finishing it with…
Do You Have a Donor Card?
When I was a young adult driving in California, I rarely gave my donor card a thought. Back then, it was just another small piece of paper in my wallet. In those days, the confidence and optimism of youth crowded out any serious thoughts about real-life accidents, illness or disease. But now, decades (and decades…
Can You Eat Dyed Eggs?
Easter is one of the year’s most cheerful holidays, and celebrating the holiday with an Easter egg hunt is one of the true joys of springtime. But if you’re hunting for hard-boiled eggs that have been dyed instead of plastic eggs full of the best Easter candies, one question has surely crossed your mind: Can you eat dyed…
Brigitte Bardot’s Former Vacation Villa ‘Le Castelet’ Is for Sale
High on a hilltop outside Cannes, France, Le Castelet is a historic and luxurious villa transformed into a 21st-century paradise. Once a vacation home of actress Brigitte Bardot, this glamorous estate overlooking the incredibly beautiful countryside is now listed for 5.9 million euros ($6.5 million). Originally a defensive castle during the Roman period, Le Castelet was…
3 Easy, Office-Friendly Exercises to Improve Posture and Get Taller
If you find yourself suffering from back or muscle pain after being hunched over your keyboard in the office for hours on end, you’re not alone! This is a common occurrence in today’s workforce. Moving around and stretching is especially important for those of us working from home. According to ballerina Allesia Lugoni, incorporating just…
Proper Method to Lay Decking Wood
Dear James: I am building a large new L-shaped deck. I am not sure about how to position and attach the decking boards because of the L shape. Do you have any tips? — Greg S. Dear Greg: Fitting and attaching the decking boards is usually the easiest part of a deck building project. An…
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