May 1990

THE TRUE MEANING OF 'HOME'

I've been so touched by the articles Margie Daly has written about homeless families that I've asked her to share her experiences.

HOME STYLE

Everybody's got 'em. Wherever you look, stripes abound. Whether bold or subtle, decorating is definitely taking the path of the straight and narrow.

The Spice of Life

Having one of the best herb gardens in St. Louis wasn't really in Margy Terpstra's plans. In fact, even though Margy considered herself an avid gardener, she really didn't have much interest in herbs. "Originally all I wanted to grow were a few flowers to brighten the view from our deck," says Margy. "Then, three years ago I signed up for an herb course at the botanical center.

MINIATURE GALLERY

A HELPING HAND FOR HOME CARE GIVERS

Every day for the past six years, Margaret Wilson, a 72-year-old retired teacher, has provided practically round-the-clock care for her husband, Warren. She does the housework, laundry, and shopping. She oversees her husband's medical care and manages the family's finances.

WHEN THE FRESHMAN IS 40

How Adults on Campus Balance Family, School, Work-- and the Checkbook

PROTECTING WILDLIFE FROM THOUGHTLESS DESTRUCTION

We've all done it. We're pic nicking at the beach or in the woods and we carelessly leave garbage be hind, sometimes just a single wrapper or soda can. Then, we get home, turn on the TV, and react with shock and out rage as we hear of elephants being killed by ivory poachers.

WHEN GOOD KIDS GO BAD

Everyone occasionally takes a wrong turn on the road of life

FROM DOWDY TO... DYNAMITE!

Keith and Shelley Fevold are all smiles for good reason. They've just transformed their dingy, brown-paneled box of a house into a knock-'em-dead showplace-- and stayed within budget. Their design tactics can reshape your house, too.

ROUND THE KITCHEN TABLE

Now we're cooking with friendlier furnishings and spicier accents. These kitchen eating spots offer fresh recipes for stay-awhile style.

HELPING HOMELESS FAMILIES

"The earlier we can work with homeless children, the better," says Dr. Ellen Bassuk, president of The Better Homes'" Foundation (BHF), a national nonprofit organization created in 1988 by Better Homes and Gardens®. "With the instability in their lives, many of these children suffer health and developmental problems," explains Dr. Bassuk, who is associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School.

ENERGY-SMART WINDOWS

Your air conditioner works hard to cool you off in summer, but ordinary windows keep letting the heat in. Low-E glass reduces the heat flow and saves the view.

SECOND TIME AROUND

ROOM FRESHENERS

It's sew easy to perk up winter-weary spaces. With our Better Homes and Gardens Designs for Butterick patterns and your fabric, you'll have your rooms in stitches. These sew-your-own projects are as quick as spring lightning to make and just as flashy. Look how sassy stripes and plump pillows-- plus coats of white paint-- coaxed this porch out of its dreary mood in a hurry.

NO-NONSENSE TOOLS

Fret-Free Flowers

Personalized Mailbox

FOR THE BIRDS

FLOWER TOWER

BUTTERFLIES ARE FREE

Rose Innovation

Garden Classics

MORNING GLORIES

Enjoy a late weekend morning with the luxury of life's little extras. Pamper yourself with pretty breakfast dishes, hand-trimmed linens, and a short escape from the real world.

WOOD FLOOR CARE

Some cleaning products for hardwood floors call for water. But unless your floor has a certain finish, the Oak Flooring Institute cautions you to avoid such products. Here's why.

TESTING FOR RADON

Homeowners worried about radon these days also worry about scam artists who ply worthless test kits and services. Where do you turn for help in your buying decision? One resource may be as close as your state's health or radiological department.

CUTTING HOLES

Cutting a hole, round or square, inside the middle of a big piece of any material is easy-- once you know these simple secrets.

HOUSETOP GUEST ROOM

TOO MUCH DEBT?

Buying now and paying later is more tempting than ever before-- and even more disastrous for the growing number of families who are burdened by heavy debt.

MANAGING FAMILY FINANCES

Updates on Today's Popular Programs

HANGING GARDENS

No space for a full-fledged flower garden? Keep your chin up! The sky's the limit when you put walls, fences, gates, and overhangs to work. Look to the growing assortment of hanging baskets and pots to show off your favorite summer blooms.

BLEACHED FLOORS

Bleached and white- or pastel-stained hardwood floors are beautiful and here to stay. But they do involve some tradeoffs and extra care, according to the National Oak Flooring Association.

BONING UP ON CALCIUM

We know calcium-rich foods help build strong bones and teeth. Some studies also show that the mineral calcium may play a role in preventing hypertension (high blood pressure) and colon cancer. Dairy products are the most recognized sources of calcium. Many other foods provide calcium, too, although often in lesser amounts.

NUTRITION INFORMATION

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

SIT! HEEL! FETCH!

Dog-Training Techniques That Work

RUN, SPOT, RUN

What has 12,000 legs, laughs, barks, and is listed in the 1990 edition of the Guinness Book of World Records? It's Houston's 8th annual HiPro Dog Run, held in March of 1989. The event attracted nearly 2,000 dog owners and their pets. Purina Hi-Pro sponsored 15 such runs around the country last year, with six scheduled so far for 1990.

GETTING YOUR BEST DEAL

10 key questions to ask before you buy

YEEEOW! AMERICA'S FAVORITE THEME PARKS

From dizzying coasters to dazzling shows, here's how to get the best from your theme park vacation.

Shopping editor's choice

Discover the ease and pleasure of shopping by mail. Order from the convenience of your own home with complete confidence.

HOW TO ORDER

THE MAN NEXT DOOR

A parent's ultimate revenge, says Grandma Hillis with a sly smile, is spoiling grandchildren.