The last of the tulip bulbs have been planted up in tubs, which means that it’s time to decorate for the holidays. I am ready to go, with visions of ribbon and pinecones dancing in my head. At this time of year, when daylight hours have winnowed down to a precious few, I think brightening … Read more
I am having a bad case of holiday envy. As I walk my neighborhood, I see that my neighbors have spent the past weekend arranging extravagant holiday displays. Twinkly lights sparkle from trees and shrubs, wreathes adorn multiple windows, over-the-door arches welcome visitors to various homes, and holiday inflatables of every size and description sway … Read more
If I had more spare time, I would be a consummate DIYer. I would master skills ranging from house painting to brick laying and everything in between. I would have thousands of dollars of extra disposable income because I would save large amounts of money by fixing my own toilet and cooking up my own … Read more
