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Divine Design: 3 kids prompt a renovation to open up space

September 5, 2008 - 4:13PM

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Chantal and Jeff moved into their 1960s-era house four years ago with two kids, loads of energy and big plans to start renovating. But soon after settling in they found out they were expecting child number three. When little James came into the world with serious heart complications, renovations were put on hold and all energies went into supporting him.

Plant of the week: Lettuce

November 14, 2008 - 6:52PM

Maintenance: Keep the water flowing; lettuces have root systems that are dense but shallow. To enjoy juicy, lush leaves, you must apply steady amounts of water, keeping the soil moist but not drenched. Allowing the bed to dry can cause bitterness and slow growth. Water in the morning to keep lettuce free of fungus problems caused by night watering. Extend the harvest by cutting only a few leaves at a time, or leave the bottom 2 inches of a harvested head for regrowth. After one month, apply an organic fertilizer such as fish and seaweed emulsion, bat guano or earthworm castings, and repeat every three weeks. Mulch 2 to 3 inches away from the plant base when the heat arrives.

Tradition, correct ingredients complete the setting for proper tea

May 4, 2007 - 10:54AM

Brunch is nice. So is dinner. But a leisurely afternoon tea is the perfect way to spend some time catching up with your mother this Mother’s Day, May 13.

Arizona Gardening: Smart garden can grow food self-sufficiency at home

November 14, 2008 - 6:48PM

Q: If we had a severe interruption of our food supply can we really grow all our own vegetables and fruits, and how much room does it take?

Plant of the week: Lettuce

November 14, 2008 - 6:52PM

From the Cellar: Give thanks for a multitude of wine choices

November 18, 2008 - 6:33PM

Thanksgiving tastes and textures run the gamut each year - savory, sweet, salty, crunchy, creamy, chewy, meaty, nutty, veggie, cheesy, you name it. And all of these food expressions are spread out across a table so packed with goodies that it makes the Cardinals training table appear lightweight by comparison.

Divine Design: An urban kitchen gets a modern update

November 7, 2008 - 4:24PM

Ken and Annette were longtime suburban dwellers, but their downtown jobs and long commutes left them longing to live in the heart of the city. They found the house of their dreams during one of their long city walks - a charming, Victorian-heritage row house.

House to Home: Bringing the best of 2 worlds to a small space

November 7, 2008 - 4:33PM

Today's new condominiums and townhomes are designed on a smaller footprint, which has changed the way our homes are furnished. At first the options for decorating were decidedly modern.

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