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I find it satisfying to do a word puzzle (or three) every day. Wordle is great, but it’s not really exciting anymore. Crosswords are fun if you have the time (I love the NYT Thursday puzzle) but I don’t always…
Deck decorating ideas and our summer outdoor decorations on the back patio. Finally the weather forecast around here has some sunshine and warmth and school lets out on Thursday. After the coldest, rainiest spring I can ever remember experiencing, everyone…
You know those little tips and tricks that help make your everyday life a little easier? A lot of people call them “life hacks”, but I don’t think that’s the most appropriate term. While I don’t know any hackers personally,…
| published on March 28, 2026 Want a bay window that feels like part of the room instead of a remaining architectural feature? These ideas show how the right window treatment can turn curved glass into a strong design element…
If you need stable and safe access to your loft space, planning the cost of a loft ladder is a wise option as it provides quick and convenient access to the roof space. But not all loft hatches and loft…
For the interior designer Caroline RiddellMoving from a West London townhouse to Mews House changed the way his family lived. The previous house was tall and narrow and her life with ‘husband’, two Childrenau pairs, Office The assistants, cats and…
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One of the most painful parts of living in campus housing for me was doing laundry. We didn’t have a washing machine in our flat, so I would have to go across the road, and down five flights of stairs…
Random thoughts on a cold Saturday morning: 1. We got up early today because there is a half marathon going on at our house. The run goes through the historic district and past our front door. Zach is running a…
Some days it feels like we carry the weight of the world on our shoulders (or my back). Whether it’s a stiff neck from a long day at the computer, a sore back from gardening or just the winter chill…
