Jean Murphy
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Dad puts self-defense on daughter's college checklistJun 11, 2014 9:00 am - Taylor Delapa of Hoffman Estates says her dad, John, is a “worrier.” John himself admits, “I'm a very safety/security-conscious individual — especially when it comes to ...
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Retirement begins another stage of discoveryJun 08, 2014 11:00 pm - No one teaches you how to retire and grow older. Everyone just sort of blunders their way into it and figures it out as they go along. Virtually everyone discovers somet...
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M&M Home Remodeling ServicesJun 07, 2014 12:01 am - The primary task of any home is to give its occupants shelter from the elements - snow, cold, rain, blazing sun, wind and even hail. It functions for its owners like a s...
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Embellishments, fire pits, sound systems keep guests happyJun 01, 2014 1:01 am - "People today are living outside as much as possible, enjoying fireplaces, pergolas, outdoor kitchens and much more. That trend is just exploding," explained Colin Tahen...
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Homeowners value the great outdoorsMay 31, 2014 12:01 am - "After five years of suffering through a bad economy, things are wearing out and becoming outdated - and homeowners are starting to feel comfortable enough to replace th...
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Right equipment: Tools of the trade keep yard looking niceMay 25, 2014 1:01 am - When homeowners think of their backyards, most immediately think of the fun stuff - the flowering trees, beautiful flowers, great patio, comfortable furniture and the fi...
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Help for those heavy duty cleanupsMay 24, 2014 12:01 am - If you are determined to use the nice weather to clean out your garage, basement, parents' house or any other cluttered location, Nick DeGiulio and Corey Heidkamp of Lak...
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Outdoor cooking taken to a new levelMay 18, 2014 1:01 am - Outdoor cooking has taken on a whole new meaning. Many remember their parents squirting lighter fluid on charcoal briquettes each summer weekend to grill up some hamburg...
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Tight resale market impacts buildersMay 17, 2014 12:01 am - New construction available to buyers seeking quick move
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A plush patio helps you lounge around the yardMay 17, 2014 12:01 am - When homeowners think of their outdoor living spaces today, they think about much more than just their patio or deck area. Most people consider their entire yards to be ...