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Peaceful PORCHES
IN the 1930s, social events for children were almost unheard of. However, I once attended a tea party hosted by my two best friends, held in the long, narrow, enclosed porch of their grandmother’s house. The porch, built on the east side of the house
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Creative Containers FOR GARDENING
VISUAL excitement and practicality make container gardening a terrific choice. Unique containers, whether in a suburban backyard or a rambling plot on a homestead or farm, can add a captivating and sometimes humorous touch. Inspiration is only a stro
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Homemade Cabinets
Radios dating to the 1920s are unusual today. Occasionally, one with a beautifully crafted cabinet is found, and such pieces are prized by collectors. That fine craftsmanship came at a cost few could afford back in the day. Those on a tight budget ma

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