Q: Our neighborhood is inundated with feral cats. I don’t feed them because I don’t want to increase their population, but I do feel sorry for them during the cold winter weather. What can I do to help them? A: You can protect feral cats from injury and poisoning, provide shelters to help them stay…
An Outstanding Modern Villa in Saint-Tropez Lists for 26 Million Euros
This 500-square-meter (5,300-square-foot) masterpiece of zen-inspired design is a feast for the eyes. Set in a secluded private community outside the medieval village of Ramatuelle, the villa offers intimate privacy and a sense of endless space simultaneously. This stunning home sits in the center of a wonderfully landscaped 2,500-square-meter (0.62-acre) lot. The property, which lists…
Picking the Right Blade for Your Power Saw
Dear James: I just got out my power saws for a remodeling project and the blades are shot. What types of new blades are best for general work with circular and table saws? —Aaron M. Dear Aaron: Those two saws, along with a compound miter saw, are pretty indispensable for most remodeling projects. If an…
How to Unclog a Toilet—Quick and Easy!
No one likes to talk about it, but truth be told, it happens. Toilets malfunction. They get clogged. Sure, it’s inconvenient, but more than that, downright embarrassing if you’re somewhere other than the privacy of your own home. Here’s a cheat sheet so you’ll know ahead of time how to unclog a toilet. Stop It…
How to Make Your Old Dishwasher Perform Like New
There are many things in my life that I enjoy but would not be completely devastated if required to give them up. My dishwasher is not one of them. During our recent kitchen remodel, we donated the old appliances to Habitat for Humanity—all except for my stripped down 14-year-old Whirlpool dishwasher. Even though it has…
Received Potted Flowers as a Gift? Here’s How to Keep Them Alive
By now, you surely know that Valentine’s Day was last week. If you didn’t give flowers and you need to make up for it, you may want to give an entire plant. Or maybe you did get a plant and want to know how to keep it alive. Several potted flowering plants are commonly given…
8 Great Bathroom Trends to Try
Bathrooms aren’t just utilitarian spaces anymore: They’re becoming personalized, spa-like retreats. If you’re ready to hit refresh on your bathroom, these eight ideas will inspire you to turn this everyday space into a calming sanctuary. Accent Walls Homeowners and designers are increasingly using accent walls to amp up interest in the bathroom. These can be…
The Family Table: Sweet Treats—and a Larger-Than-Life Grandmother—From Small Town USA
Submitted by Donna Rinehart, Dover, Pennsylvania Off the bus from school House smells of banana bread We eat the whole loaf! My grandmother, Mildred Whitaker (Gram), was born in 1905 and lived most of her life in Cooperstown, New York, where she worked for many years at the Baseball Hall of Fame as secretary to Howard…
Organize a Messy Room With Simple, Inexpensive Shelving
Dear James: Our extra bedroom has just become a junk room with stuff piled all over the place. I would like to organize it with some shelves. How can I make some inexpensive shelving? —Alan D. Dear Alan: I think any family that has an unused bedroom ends up using it for storage. It is…
Small Steps to Take Today to Get Organized for Good
The thought of getting (and staying) organized spurs a variety of reactions in different people. Some consider it a quick but necessary chore, while others see it as an insurmountable obstacle. However, organization isn’t just a way to get your physical belongings in order. It can also help build confidence, add fulfillment to your life,…
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