Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

ByMary Crozier

As I write this, we are stuck at the airport in Charleston, South Carolina. Our return flight home is “delayed” creating missed connections through Dallas. Oh well, the joys of airline travel. We (the entire family)are here celebrating my husband’s birthday, which falls on December 13th. It has been a wonderful week and now it’s…

October is Repair and Refresh the House Month
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October is Repair and Refresh the House Month

ByMary Crozier

October is the month I designate to assess the condition of the house and make a long list of things to do. I cannot take credit for this idea. Years ago, a neighbor with a busy family lived in one of the most beautiful homes on the street. Yet when you went inside, you didn’t…

5 Fall Garden Preparation and Planting Tips for the Southwest Region
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5 Fall Garden Preparation and Planting Tips for the Southwest Region

ByMary Crozier

In many parts of the country, gardeners are preparing their gardens for a long winter’s rest. However, garden preparation and planting is just starting for the Fall and Winter here in the Southwest. Here are 5 Fall gardening tips for you to prepare and plant your garden. In this part of Arizona, our USDA Plant…

From Trash to Treasure: Rescuing Adirondack Chairs
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From Trash to Treasure: Rescuing Adirondack Chairs

ByMary Crozier

A few weeks ago, in two separate garbage piles, I found Adirondack chairs and a small table. Typically I do not look for junk furniture in someone else’s trash, but I do love a good Adirondack chair. Several new Adirondack chairs are made with a high density polyethylene and can be pricey. So when an…