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A month of me time
Lisa Quinn, author of the new book, Life's Too Short (below), says we all could use a timeout. This month, she shares her tips about how to create "me time" and what to do when you have it.
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BETWEEN FRIENDS
Living in a cold-weather climate, I've taught myself to consider the first day of April as the real start of spring, regardless of what the calendar says. While there may be a cold snap or two in waiting, the moment April arrives, I start packing up the winter clothes, pulling out patio furniture, and eyeing the yard for the possibilities of spring plantings.
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Things to do this month...
IN BLOOM You know spring is in the air when the cherry blossoms make their first appearance. Bring that feeling home by forcing flowering branches to bloom indoors. Try lilacs, forsythia, crabapple, or quince from your yard or buy branches from a florist.
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EVERYTHING EASTER
Make the most of the spring holiday with these newly hatched tips.
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Stride right
These walking buddies create personal fitness programs and keep tabs on your progress. The gadgets easily slip into a pocket or clip onto an armband.
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First blush
In one moment, spring is back-- and that's reason to celebrate. Perk up your party with these seasonal touches.
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Reality check
Serious doesn't cut it for this color-happy mom. Her home is a place to embrace real life (messes and all!).
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Hyacinth purple
Hyacinth purple is the new darling of trend watchers. We say its friendly, refreshing tones have always made it a great choice for interiors.
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Media circus
Giant screens, hi-def movies, and video games that get your groove on-- staying home is more fun than ever. Here's how to keep all that gear from taking over your living room.
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Little house near the big woods
AN ADDITION MAKES THIS ONCE-SMALL HOUSE A BETTER FIT FOR A GROWING FAMILY.
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Open pantry
Don't have a true pantry? Create well-ordered kitchen storage in found pockets of space.
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Bolt of genius
Can an old cottage learn new tricks? A design pro shares her secrets for unifying an odd layout with color, fabrics, and clutter-concealing furniture.
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Living history
There's nothing stuffy about this century-old kitchen. It now handles modern-day cooking and entertaining with ease.
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Winning entry
This small addition succeeds on several fronts: It's a welcoming entrance, a stylish mudroom, and a spot to enjoy garden views.
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Save energy now
MAXIMIZE YOUR WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY Tax credits and new products make this a great time for improving your home's energy efficiency. Here are five things you should know about upgrading for energy savings.
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Corner on privacy
Streetside properties aren't known for seclusion, and this one was no exception-- until some creative construction brought the privacy the owners craved.
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Grow your best veggie garden ever
Strategies from our experts and handy tips from readers show you how to grow more, with less work and expense, than you thought possible.
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Unlikely pairs
In this garden, plants look their best when they have little in common.
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Q: a Lavender
Advice about this romantic favorite from the Better Homes and Gardens experts.
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Our 20 favorite garden picks for 2010
1 AFRICAN DAISY Give this trendy Osteospermum, 'Serenity Purple', top, a try in your spring and fall container plantings. Ball Horticultural Co.; simplybeautifulgardens.com
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Kitchen wisdom
It's so basic: A healthy kitchen starts with safe food. Here's what you can do to protect yourself and your family.
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Must-have tools for any kitchen
Nearly half of all food-borne illness cases could be prevented if everyone washed their hands when handling food. Thoroughly scrub hands, wrists, fingernails, and between fingers in warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds.
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20% That's now much your short-term memory improves after you commune with nature
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Green Party
Repurpose household trash into treasure. These easy eco-friendly projects are perfect for parents and kids of all ages.
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