May 25th 2012 @ 9:00AM
May is that in-between month -- that time of year when we adjust to the unpredictable nature of spring and get ready to welcome summer with its longer days, warmer temperatures, and unlimited opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. Being a month defined by transition, May is an ideal time to take care of basic ... Continue Reading »
May 16th 2012 @ 1:03PM
By Erika Riggs Whether it's scintillating or offensive may be a matter of personal opinion, but few can deny the incredible buzz surrounding the erotic novel "Fifty Shades of Grey." Posted online by British author E.L. James as a piece of "Twilight" fan fiction, the trilogy of books were picked up by a small ... Continue Reading »
May 14th 2012 @ 5:30PM
You may take the stairs for health purposes, but what about staircases for aesthetic reasons? After all, staircases can make a big, bold statement upon entering a home. And, for movie buffs, significant scenes have been played out on staircases, including Scarlett O'Hara's grand entrances and exits and Rocky's triumph ... Continue Reading »
Apr 20th 2012 @ 12:30PM
By Vera Gibbons As many potential buyers continue to shelve their purchase plans and opt to rent instead, vacancies are low, and rents, which take a big bite out of your household income, are high -- up 5.8 percent in the Chicago metropolitan area, for example; up 8.3 percent in Philadelphia. This makes finding a place ... Continue Reading »
Apr 12th 2012 @ 11:30AM
By Erika Riggs Recycling is one thing, but a composting toilet? That's when you know you're taking the going-green trend to its, um, "natural" conclusion. While many homeowners and builders are beginning to make changes to homes to incorporate eco-friendly products and materials, these are just the bud of the ... Continue Reading »
