When the first house crisis hits, will you be prepared? I’m not talking about a stuck window, or changing a door lock. I’m talking about a problem like the one that hit our home recently. How Disaster Strikes Without Warning First I noticed an irritating white spot on the brown laminate dining room floor. I… Continue reading When Disaster Strikes Your Home
Author: Maggie DiGiovanni
Going Squirrely Over Chipmunks
Going squirrely over chipmunks has become a tradition with we humans and their squirrel cousins. In fact, the smaller of the two seems to avoid being caught, while the larger relishes it. With joyful heart, I studied the various humane traps for capturing my tiny nemesis, the Chipmunk. After two days of going over all… Continue reading Going Squirrely Over Chipmunks
Grandma’s Amazement at All the To-Do
Looking at the picture I chose brings a chuckle as I think of my Grandma’s amazement at all the to-do over staying home today. Until her husband died, leaving her with six kids to raise alone, that was her main priority – staying at home. Grandpa refused to have his wife working outside the family. … Continue reading Grandma’s Amazement at All the To-Do
Craisins™ – May Be Better Than Raisins!
Craisins™ , those fabulous dried cranberries which look very much like red raisins, just might be a better alternative in some cases. If you love a little tartness instead of the super sweetness of the shrunken grape, try a pack of Craisins™ . How Are Craisins™ Used? Like their more well-known cousins, these luscious berries are great… Continue reading Craisins™ – May Be Better Than Raisins!
Fighting the Chipmunk Wars, Part II
Chipmunk Wars, Part II carries us forward after the initial skirmish with the adorably, destructive beasties. Foolishly, I thought one short battle would surely end the troubles in our backyard. What a laugh the chippies must have gotten from that! To catch up on the story, check back on installment one. A Nasty Chipmunk Surprise… Continue reading Fighting the Chipmunk Wars, Part II
Chipmunk – Not to be Taken Lightly
The chipmunk and its story may seem odd appearing in the Decorator’s Corner. Yet I firmly believe that making our homes look lovely and inviting begins in our yards. That is where the first impression of any home becomes ingrained in a person’s psyche. Thus it was, I began the spring project of clearing, cleaning,… Continue reading Chipmunk – Not to be Taken Lightly
Seven Ideas for Summer Decorating
When ready for summer decorating, what better inspiration than the beach? For the dining room, pick a white or sand-colored base table cloth. Representing the water in this arrangement is a beach towel running down the center of the table. Home Goods offered an excellent deal on dishes with the beach theme, from glasses with… Continue reading Seven Ideas for Summer Decorating
3 Ways Seniors Can Survive Computer Dating
Computer dating is the primary way we seniors meet and “go out” these days. It can be fun and it can be dangerous. We have to decide whether the person is a decent sort or if we are being scammed. Unfortunately, scamming has become a favorite pastime on all computer sites, but dating electronically… Continue reading 3 Ways Seniors Can Survive Computer Dating
The Truth About Chows
The truth about chows rivals the fiction. One rumor that follows the handsome dogs is that their black tongues signify a poisonous bite! Ridiculous. Several animals have the trademark black tongues including the Shar-Pei breed of dog. Yet, the Chow is the only one to be labeled as poisonous because of its tongue color. Looking… Continue reading The Truth About Chows
What To Do With a No Show Date
Your date is a No Show? What do you do? Let me tell you, ladies and gents, what you do not do…go into a huge mope. It’s a waste of time, energy and effort. What you do is have a Plan B in the works. What your date doesn’t appear, pull out that Plan B and… Continue reading What To Do With a No Show Date