Lifestyle Stories from January 26, 2020 (Change date)
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When downsizing, create a calm, simplified lifestyleJan 26, 2020 6:00 am - I can't believe I'm moving again. It's been five years in my current condo, but an empty nest is not for me. So I'm downsizing to open the doors for more travel and new ...
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The hellebore: Popular, early and now available in a dazzling varietyJan 26, 2020 6:00 am - Certain plants come into vogue and then slip off their pedestal. The day lily in all its rich variety was once the perennial to plant for its seemingly endless supply of...
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Overgrown shrubs can be cut back in winterJan 26, 2020 6:00 am - Winter is a good time to prune trees and shrubs. Overgrown deciduous woody shrubs can be heavily pruned to rejuvenate them this month and until new growth begins in spri...
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I've got burnout. Should I use my inheritance to quit my job?Jan 26, 2020 5:15 am - Q: I feel completely burned out. I telecommute full time for an employer several hours away. The job has become untenable — I have multiple projects with no time or budg...
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What are the fencing rules for swimming pools?Jan 26, 2020 5:00 am - Q: I'm preparing to build a fence around my swimming pool for child-safety reasons. Most likely, there are legal standards for pool fencing, and I want to be sure my new...
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Why credit card rewards are targeting 'convenience' spendingJan 26, 2020 5:00 am - If you're spending a lot on convenience — whether in the form of grocery delivery, ride-hailing or meal delivery — your credit card wants to reward you for it, while enc...
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Book review: Bios put spotlight on director Lumet, actor McKellenJan 26, 2020 5:00 am - "Sidney Lumet: A Life" by Maura Spiegel, St. Martin's, 416 pages; "Ian McKellen: A Biography" by Garry O'Connor, St. Martin's, 368 pages New biographies ...
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Make a better first impression with your front porchJan 26, 2020 5:00 am - Your front porch serves as more than a practical portal into your home. It also makes a statement about your style, sense of design and hospitality. Overlook this key ex...
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18-year-old Billie Eilish sweeps all four major GrammysJan 26, 2020 12:00 am - LOS ANGELES - The edgy, avant-pop album that siblings Billie Eilish and Finneas created in a small bedroom made a big splash at the 2020 Grammy Awards, winning 11 honors...
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Volo Bog needs volunteersJan 26, 2020 12:00 am - Volunteers are being sought for a variety of duties at Volo Bog State Natural Area, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside. Docents are outgoing self-starters with an inte...