August 1989

THE STUFF OF LIFE

Among the many terrific stories in this issue, there's one that I find especially charming. It's titled "A Passion for Herbs," page 50. While I don't exactly have a passion for herbs, I am intrigued by the dedication shown for her hobby by Charleen Perry, whose home and gardens we feature.

DEAR PRESIDENT BUSH ...

Is America neglecting its children-- and its future? That's the message we and 20 other national magazines got in response to a questionnaire we all published in our February issues.

GOOD FOOD GOOD HEALTH

When you spread butter or margarine on your bread, you expect it to be yellow. You count on orange sherbet being orange.

CHILDREN AND DIVORCE

Although divorce has become more common in the last several years, it is almost never easy to live through, especially for children.

LIGHTEN UP

Most people readily agree that a good laugh makes them feel better. Now, evidence shows that humor's benefits may be more powerful and long-lasting than once believed.

SAVE YOUR SKIN

When the heat's on, and you're working up a sweat, your skin needs special care. Here's how to handle a rash of summer fitness skin problems.

SEW-EASY DECORATING

Crisp white fabric stitched into romantic bed lines and curtains can turn a mere bedroom into a great retreat. Soft and soothing, this suite scheme starts with patterns available from us or your fabric store and ends with your own personal touches.

SMART STRATEGIES FOR FIRST-TIME BUYERS

Even with higher interest rates and dwindling numbers of affordable housing units, there's still hope for first-time buyers. You just may need to start with a dream you can manage as did these determined young families then trade up as life gets richer.

REPAIRING WOOD FINISHES

Don't let minor damage diminish your furniture. Here are several ways to repair and revitalize varnish, lacquer, and shellac finishes.

A PASSION FOR HERBS

A NEW ENGLAND GARDENER PRESERVES THE FLAVORS AND FRAGRANCES OF SUMMER

3 EAT-IN KITCHENS

Tacos and chips in the dining room? If that's the only place you can get a table at your house, use one of these space-stretchers to gain a kitchen eating area.

COTTAGE CHARM

THE O'NEILLS SHARE FAMILY RECIPES FOR RELAXED AND ROMANTIC SUMMERTIME STYLE

Goin' To The Dogs

Man's best friend leaps into the lead as a roll-over-and-play-dead favorite! Snap up some canine charm with a whole pack of purebred projects.

NUTRITION INFORMATION

With each recipe we give you important nutrition information. The calorie count of each serving, as well as the amount, in grams, of protein, fat, carbohydrate, cholesterol, sodium, and potassium will help you keep tabs on what you eat.

SELLING YOUR CAR

You're all set to buy a new car, but what should you do with the old one? If you decide to sell it on your own rather than trade it in, follow these guidelines.

FAMILY REUNION VACATIONS

How A Family Of Families Gets Together Every Year

SIT-A-SPELL GARDEN SETTEE

ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES CLASSIC PLASTICS!

Want to collect something that is fun, comes in a grab bag of colors and shapes, is inexpensive and even usable? Plastics fit the mold!

IS YOUR PET A STAR?

Bright-eyed? Definitely. Bushy-tailed? Without a doubt. You've always known your pet had star qualities. Here's how you can show the world!

Shopping editor's choice

Discover the ease and pleasure of shopping by mail. Order from the convenience of your own home with complete confidence. If not delighted, each company will happily refund your money.

THE MAN NEXT DOOR

Charity, comments Isabel Norman, begins at home, and goes off to college 18 years later.