Dec 24th 2009 12:45PM
It's that time of year again. Christmas lights adorn the brownstones in my Brooklyn neighborhood, and from their lighted windows come cheery glimpses of lovingly-decorated Christmas trees. But not in my home. My fiance, an avid gardener and nature lover, has banned the tradition in our abode. Why? Well, there's the... Continue Reading »
Dec 22nd 2009 1:00PM
What's worse than a dry and brittle Christmas tree? Well, O.K., coal in your stocking, but still, nothing says bah humbug like a dead tree. So keep yours looking healthy with these 5 Tips for Christmas Tree Maintenance: 1. Make sure you choose a healthy tree. When shopping for trees, grab them by the trunk and tap them... Continue Reading »
Dec 11th 2009 11:00AM
With the holidays approaching, many apartment-dwellers have helped deck their lobbies with non-denominational cheer: sparkly snowman ornaments, pinecone-pimpled wreaths, and inoffensive boughs of holly. But Justine Swartz is not amused. The Brooklyn Heights resident claims that her co-op building has violated her freedom... Continue Reading »
