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Travel Souvenirs: keepsakes and memories in the house

One of the ‘must do‘ things on my agenda whenever we travel is to shop for souvenirs.  I usually research about the local arts and crafts of the destination upfront and once there, I shop for artifacts and objects that are unique to the place.  Apart from the experience of travel, it is a great way to… Continue reading Travel Souvenirs: keepsakes and memories in the house

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Bottles to Baskets: Greenery all around

Gardening is about enjoying the smell of things growing in the soil, getting dirty without feeling guilty, and generally taking the time to soak up a little peace and serenity. ~Lindley Karstens, noproblemgarden.com While I really cannot claim to be a person with a green thumb, I have an immense love for plants and like… Continue reading Bottles to Baskets: Greenery all around

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Particle Board: a surprisingly elegant alternative to glass on cane

When the glass of my center table cracked, I was quite heart broken considering that it had served me for years and also the potential hassle of getting hold of someone to replace it was not a very exciting prospect.  But the brighter side of this was that, I could give my table a new… Continue reading Particle Board: a surprisingly elegant alternative to glass on cane