REDISCOVERING AMERICA--A DAYDREAMER'S VACATION
I have a little confession to make. Sometimes, when my desk gets piled up with paper, and those little pink telephone message slips accumulate like the leaves on my lawn in the fall, I get out a road atlas that I keep tucked away in a file drawer, and take a 10- or 15-minute vacation.
Read ArticleInto the Woods
On weekends, the Mercers of Seattle trade automobiles and alarm clocks for boats, bicycles, and the rhythm of the rising and setting sun. Their tin-roofed cabin is designed to put the focus on fun and relaxation. Perched on a ruggedly scenic cliff in the San Juan Islands near Seattle, the cabin's rustic character keeps maintenance at a minimum inside and out. Even yard work takes a vacation; thoughtful planning left the site mostly undisturbed.
Read ArticleA Stroll Down Memory Lane
Some places refuse to grow up. Take Robert and Carolyn Hills' vintage home in historical Dickeyville. Tucked into bustling Baltimore's hip pocket, this area proudly parades its past where it can-- from nostalgic lampposts that line the streets to the annual Fourth of July gala. Like the neighborhood, the Hills' spirited home honors its roots but lives for today.
Read ArticleKeeping it Simple
Bonnie Mackay and Bob Eisenhardt found home where their hearts are-- in Columbia County, New York, a chunk of country that is lush with both America's past and nature's beauty. In fact, it was by tapping into the region's rich vein of history that the couple discovered a natural decorating source: Shaker design. Using this vintage brand of American style, they gave their 200-year-old house a nostalgic decorating spirit that comforts like a visit with your favorite scrapbook. Best of all, with Shaker as their decorator, Bonnie and Bob discovered just how easy finding their own style could be.
Read ArticleSilhouettes of the Past
It all started with a road trip. Recently married and out to check on graduate schools across the country, John and Sybil Keyser were headed west. "When we drove through New Mexico, we absolutely fell in love with the place. We sold our car, bought a pickup, and became New Mexican," says John.
Read Article100 years of family
The Thurstons have been holding bang-up family reunions for 100 years.
Read ArticleCATCH THE AMERICAN SPRIT!
Give three cheers for the red, white, and blue-- and cheer up your home while you're at it-- with these patriotic new products.
Read ArticleFIRST-TIME FINISHING
Cross the finish line with wood-grained beauty. Novice or not, these basics will make you a winner.
Read ArticleTHE NEW CARS AT ROCK-BOTTOM PRICES
There are no more nickel candy bars, but there are still some $7,000 cars. The standard 1991 models of every automobile we tested for this article listed for $6,800 or less, exclusive of transportation and dealer prep charges. Depending on the dealers and the going rebates, you could pay more or less.
Read ArticleNUTRITION INFORMATION
With each recipe, we give important nutrition information. The calorie count of each serving and the amount, in grams, of fat, cholesterol, protein, carbohydrate, fiber, and sodium help you keep tabs on what you eat. We also include the percent of calories coming from fat.
Read Article'PESTICIDE-FREE' LABELS What do they mean?
A sign in your supermarket over the fresh broccoli says "No detected pesticide residues." Does that mean your store sells safer produce than the market down the street? Usually not.
Read ArticleTHE MAN NEXT DOOR
Burt, Jr., has gotten into the Fourth of July spirit lately. He is constantly seeking to advance the cause of independence-- his own, naturally.
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