Denise Peterson who is a master gardener, bought this Meyer lemon tree years ago from ValuMarket. The smell of freshly picked basil and the taste of a fresh tomato off the vine can be motivation to grow plants at home. We asked local expert Mary Ann Dallenbach, owner of St. … [Read more...] about How Does Her Garden Grow? A Look At Container Gardens/Raised Gardens.
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A Home Edited And Tailored To You
In the world of later living, there’s a lot of talk about ‘downsizing.’ But what if this is actually the best time to consider ‘upscaling?’ Interior designer Theresa Martorana of TIM Interiors advises that this is the perfect season of life to let go of trends and invest … [Read more...] about A Home Edited And Tailored To You
Big Ideas For Small Spaces: Choose Your Furniture Carefully
When moving into the new place, pay attention to scale. “Smaller areas do not need smaller things,” says Kristen Pawlak, who owns KP Designs. Her company specializes in interior design for retirement communities. The expert suggests that the smaller unit doesn’t need a 10-person … [Read more...] about Big Ideas For Small Spaces: Choose Your Furniture Carefully
Makeover Your Bedside Table
Transform your bedside table into a beautiful and useful piece with these simple tips from Connie Roitman, former owner of Eyedia Design It Again. Connie says you should only keep necessities at your bedside to avoid the potential for developing clutter. Having a designated … [Read more...] about Makeover Your Bedside Table
Read These Two New Book Releases This Spring
Here's What We're Reading… Lady Tremaine, by Rachel Hochhauser, out March 3, 2026 This novel reimagines the myth of Cinderella’s ‘wicked’ stepmother in a bold and beautifully written way. When a royal ball offers the chance to change everything, the widowed Lady … [Read more...] about Read These Two New Book Releases This Spring