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6 Ways to Make the Most of This Weekend (6 photos)

September 19, 2017 Laura Gaskill 0

With the autumn equinox coming up Friday, Sept. 22, change is certainly in the air. The daylight hours are getting shorter, the weather brisker and the light more golden. Use this weekend as a much-needed pause from your busy daily schedule to rest, r…

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The Artful Garden: Secluded Seating (8 photos)

September 17, 2017 Laura Gaskill 0
Fresh air, birdsong, the scent of woods and flowers — spending time in the garden is one of life’s most splendid simple pleasures. Make the most of those precious quiet moments in your garden by carving out a secluded space to sit, away from the noise and busyness of regular daily life. Whether you choose…

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Your Fall Home Maintenance Checklist (11 photos)

September 15, 2017 Laura Gaskill 0

Fall is a good time to take care of big home repair projects before shorter days (and in many areas, ice and snow) make outdoor work too difficult. And if you do live in an area with cold winters, take some time this fall to boost energy efficiency th…

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6 Ways to Make the Most of This Weekend (6 photos)

September 12, 2017 Laura Gaskill 0

With the tail end of summer fading away, we can begin to look forward to the rich colors and comforts of fall. Crunch a crisp orchard apple, pick up a new book (or curl up with an old movie), and help those in need. Get a start on fall to-dos and favo…

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Back-to-School Action Plan: The Entry (9 photos)

September 10, 2017 Laura Gaskill 0

A calm and organized entry can help your family stay on track on busy school mornings. This is even more important for kids who have trouble staying organized or being on time. Read on for 9 sanity-saving tips to cut down on the morning chaos, and hel…

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Back-to-School Action Plan: The Kitchen (9 photos)

September 7, 2017 Laura Gaskill 0
When you have backpacks to find, lunches to pack and permission slips to sign, school mornings can feel like a big shift in gears from lazier summer schedules. And by the time everyone is home and ready for dinner, cooking may be the last thing you have the energy for. If you’re looking for ways to ease…

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Back-to-School Action Plan: The Kitchen (9 photos)

September 7, 2017 Laura Gaskill 0
With backpacks to find, lunches to pack and permission slips to sign, school mornings can feel like a big shift in gears from lazier summer schedules. And by the time everyone is home and ready for dinner, cooking may be the last thing you have the energy for. If you’re looking for ways to ease up on…

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The Artful Garden: Sculptural Stone (10 photos)

September 6, 2017 Laura Gaskill 0
Calling to mind Japanese gardens and ancient riverbeds, the artful use of stone brings rich texture and natural beauty to the landscape. Whatever the scope of your project, there’s sure to be a stone element just right for your space. Small touches — a stone rain chain, for example, or a “bubble rock”…

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5 Ways to Make the Most of This Weekend (5 photos)

September 5, 2017 Laura Gaskill 0

With National Grandparents Day falling this weekend (not to mention the first noticeable downshift in daylight), there is a good reason to put quality family time on the schedule. Here are five ideas for weekend could-dos, including a couple of tidyin…