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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Between friends

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Between friends

Although our spending priorities maybe changing right now, our life priorities aren't. For Better Homes and Gardens readers, what matters to us most-- and what always will-- is home in its biggest, broadest sense: as the place where we create our lives with the people we love.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Fresh Ways to Enjoy The Outdoors This Month

Page: 14

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Fresh Ways to Enjoy The Outdoors This Month

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Here's to Mom

Pages: 19, 20, 22

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Here's to Mom

Make this year's Mother's Day gifts sweet and personal with these easy ideas.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Mellow Yellow

Pages: 24, 26

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Mellow Yellow

the down-to-earth cousin of a cheerful favorite-- has a "stay-cool" feel and an upbeat edge.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Bird's-Eye View

Pages: 30, 32

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Bird's-Eye View

Bird's-Eye View Feather your nest with these creature comforts.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: STYLEMAKER

Pages: 34, 36

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STYLEMAKER

"You can get pulled in all directions by what the neighbors have. You have to create a life that reflects the true you."

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: A New Chapter

Pages: 41, 42, 44, 46, 48

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A New Chapter

Storybook charm meets simple sophistication in this Minneapolis cottage. Tap into these 6 smart ideas for modernizing a vintage home.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Rooms to Renew

Pages: 49, 50, 52, 54

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Rooms to Renew

Treat yourself to a pretty at-home getaway where you can relax, read, or revive a dormant interest. These spaces make nesting seem like a vacation.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Ship Shape

Pages: 56, 59, 60, 63

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Ship Shape

This kitchen may be small (12'x16'), but it packs big storage in every inch.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: UNUSED SPACE

Page: 64

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UNUSED SPACE

I do not have a formal home, but I do have a formal dining room that I never really use except for holidays and special occasions. Do you have any thoughts on what I can do with the space the rest of the year?

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Office Perks

Pages: 65, 66, 68, 70

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Office Perks

Office Perks With Barbie pink walls closing in, this small spare room needed some fresh air. A redo with upbeat colors and a multitasking floorplan brought it to life.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Bath NOTEBOOK

Pages: 73, 74, 76, 78, 80, 83

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Bath NOTEBOOK

THE SMALLEST ROOM IN THE HOUSE SHOULDN'T FALL SHORT ON STYLE. YOUR BATH LIKELY HAS THE POTENTIAL TO GO FROM OUTDATED TO UP-TO-DATE IN A WEEKEND. TAKE A LOOK AT THESE THREE BATHS FOR IDEAS ON HOW TO REFRESH WHAT YOU HAVE.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Super Spring Cleaning

Pages: 84, 86, 87, 88

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Super Spring Cleaning

A few specific tasks-- done only once a year-- will freshen up your entire house. Adapt these time-saving tactics to your own cleaning routine.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Scenic Drive

Pages: 89, 90, 92, 93

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Scenic Drive

A comfortable outdoor garden room grows in-- of all places-- a driveway.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Guide to Healthy Gardening

Pages: 95, 96, 97, 98

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Guide to Healthy Gardening

Use these tips to maximize the health and wellness benefits of your own patch of earth.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Raising the Bar

Pages: 100, 103, 104

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Raising the Bar

A do-it-yourselfer builds an outdoor kitchen from reclaimed cinder blocks and wood shelves.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Glamour in High Places

Page: 107

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Glamour in High Places

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Oh, Deer

Pages: 108, 110, 112

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Oh, Deer

If you're tired of deer dining in your garden, change the menu.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: IT'S THE BERRIES

Page: 114

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IT'S THE BERRIES

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: PEACHY PETALS

Page: 117

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PEACHY PETALS

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: PORTABLE POTTING

Page: 117

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PORTABLE POTTING

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: THIS MONTH IN THE GARDEN

Page: 118

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THIS MONTH IN THE GARDEN

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: GROW WITH KIDS

Page: 119

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GROW WITH KIDS

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article:

Page: 119

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"Sowing a two-foot row of lettuce A seeds every ten days this month will keep a small family in salad greens through early July."...

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Hanging Gardens

Pages: 124, 126, 127, 128

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Hanging Gardens

Perk up your deck or patio with inexpensive, easy-to-make baskets.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Dream Works

Pages: 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 149

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Dream Works

Dream Works WITH A TIGHT BUDGET AND A KEEN EYE FOR REINVENTION, ONE WOMAN CREATED A HOME THAT'S LIVED IN AND LOVED.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Tent Show

Pages: 150, 151, 152, 153

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Tent Show

This family turned a basic deck into a full-blown outdoor living room. Bring their decorating ideas home to your backyard.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Northern Delights

Pages: 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159

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Northern Delights

FINDING BEAUTY IN DISCARDED OBJECTS, AN ALASKA ARTIST TURNS TRASH INTO GARDEN TREASURE

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Bullet-Proof Family Finances

Page: 224

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Bullet-Proof Family Finances

Forget that there's an economic crisis for a second. You can still protect what's yours.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Shine in the Shade

Page: 226

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Shine in the Shade

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Love, Mom

Pages: 228, 230

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Love, Mom

We asked you on BHG.com to share the best gifts you've received as mothers and daughters and special times you've had together. Your stories prove that the tie that binds runs deep and strong.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Inspiring Ideas

Page: 230

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Inspiring Ideas

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Mind Games

Pages: 232, 234

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Mind Games

Game time can be an ideal-- and very fun-- opportunity to help kids exercise their mental muscles to the max.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: Get the Goods

Page: 234

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Get the Goods

These games help kids build cognitive skills. All of them are available at mass merchandisers, toy retailers, or through the Web sites listed.

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Better Homes & Gardens May 2009 Magazine Article: I Did It!

Page: 240

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I Did It!

"Our guest bedroom feels like a retreat now. The upholstered wall really cozies it up"

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