September 1985

EDITOR AT LARGE

Entrepreneur is a buzzword we're hearing more and more these days. But, in many ways, it's really just another name for the American dream of being your own boss.

FLORA COURTS FAUNA

SAND VIES WITH SILVER

MALNOURISHED TEEN ATHLETES

HELP A LOCAL KID MAKE GOOD

SHOW TIME FOR HOME FURNISHINGS!

NUTRITION INFO AT THE MEAT COUNTER

HOUSING ON THE HORIZON

AMERICAN STYLE

HELP FOR PARENTS AND KIDS

Create A Wall-to-Wall Showcase

Surround A Door With Shelving

We're all pleasantly surprised to see a common problem solved in a new way. Look at our door-surround shelving unit. It puts wasted space to work.

KIDS HELPING KIDS

An Old Idea That's Working in Today's Schools

25 ENCHANTING GIFTS To Make All Muslin All Under $10

Shop here for the best of holiday gifts to make-- and save yourself some money besides! Whether you need an extra-special baby bunting, a quick-to-stitch toy, or a personalized stocking, you're sure to find what you need. And who would have guessed that all the treasures pictured here began with plain old muslin! Instructions begin on page 156.

NEW HOPE FOR SPINAL CORD INJURIES

An estimated 10,000-15,000 Americans suffer devastating spinal cord injuries every year. Motor vehicle and sports accidents typically are to blame.

DTP CONTROVERSY

The benefits of giving your child diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTP) shots far outweigh the possible risks. That's the continuing message from the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (whooping cough) are potentially fatal diseases.

TENDER-BULB CARE

A flower without a name is a weed; a flower with a Latin name is somehow raised to a state of dignity.

THE KITCHEN BAKE CENTER YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED

The tantalizing aroma of freshly baked bread and the taste of mouth-watering pastries are among life's most delicious pleasures. Borrow our bake center ideas, and soon you'll be serving all kinds of goodies to an appreciative family and a passel of friends.

A GUIDE TO AMERICA'S FAVORITE FAMILY-VACATION CITY

This city lives up to its rakish reputation! Since the first prospectors hit town for a spree, promises of good times have lured visitors to San Francisco. Fall brings great weather and new vitality to the Golden Gate city, which shines from the hills, trimmed by the ocean and a vast bay.

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR CAR AGAINST THIEVES

Half the cars stolen each year are luxury or sporty cars, but any car is a potential target. Even your everyday family vehicle might be stolen by joyriders, junkies, or drunks. You may get it back, albeit a bit worse for wear, but prime-target vehicles are seldom recovered.

LOTS OF COLOR, LITTLE CARE IRISES

Weave a glowing tapestry of flowers into your landscape plan with irises. Exceptionally hardy perennials, irises adapt to most garden sites and come in a wide variety of colors and sizes. They thrive in little space with minimal care-- the perfect choice for flower lovers too busy to spend much time in the garden. Read on for more information about these low-maintenance bloomers.

HOW TO CHANGE YOUR STYLE WITHOUT BREAKING YOUR BUDGET

You're ready for a decorative change of scene, but your budget isn't? Don't despair! As Pamela Cullison learned, reshuffling and refurbishing many of your present furnishings-- plus adding a few new pieces here and there-- can work wonders. Here's how we gave her bungalow a fresh look-- and a more comfortable feel.

SAME PLACE, MORE SPACE

Your family needs more space, but there's no room in the attic, and your lot is too small for an add-on. Here are two other strategies to consider: Slice off the roof and add a second floor, or jack up the house and build a new main floor underneath.

GOOD DESIGN AT A GOOD PRICE

Time was when good modern design meant high cost. But no more! Today lots of reasonably priced furnishings possess these good-design essentials: honest materials, comfort, and simple form.

A KITCHEN IN DISGUISE

INTO THE OUTDOORS

Ever wanted to go on an archaeological dig or join in ecological research? Each year, nearly 100 scientific expeditions in the U.S. and foreign countries welcome volunteers. This fall, there's a dig for a Spanish mission on an island off Georgia's coast, where you assist archaeologists from the American Museum of Natural History; and a wetlands study on Florida Bay, conducted by the Audubon Society.

RETILING YOUR KITCHEN COUNTER

This spanking bright kitchen, with its bold tiled counter, began as a dreary predicament (below right). It did not cost a fortune or require any magic. All we did was replace the counter, splash, and sink; add ceramic tile to counter and splash; then paint the existing cupboards.

THE SCOOP ON THOSE NEW HIGH-YIELD MORTGAGE FUNDS

Looking for a long-term, high-income investment? One of the newer games in town is "Ginnie Mae" (GNMA) mortgage-backed security funds. They're relatively safe, and often pay from ½ to 1½ percent more than Treasuries of comparable terms. (Typical new GNMA funds offered between 10 and 11 percent as we went to press.) You can buy in for as little as $1,000. But some unexpected turns could upset your investing strategy.

TOP DOGS IN THE CANINE KINGDOM

YOUR BIRD DESERVES THE BEST

FREE PET-RESCUE STICKERS

EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT CATS

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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING BY MAIL IS A LUXURY YOU CAN AFFORD

Let these fine catalogs bring joy and convenience to your world. You'll find something special for everyone on your list, with reliable service and affordable prices you'll sing about. Shop now and enjoy the more relaxed pleasures of the holiday season.

THE MAN NEXT DOOR

"Back-to-school is fine," says Liz Randall, mother of five. "What slows me down is the back-to-making-lunches, back-to-sewing-costumes, and back-to-checking-homework."