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It's August—the dog days of summer are drawing to a close. It's getting to be that time of year, time to look forward to the coming fall and make the most of the last few gasps of summer. Along with all the fun stuff to do as the weather starts to cool down, there are also a few important things to do around your house... like clean the gutters! It's true, gutter cleaning isn't on the top of anyone's list of favorite summer activities, but your home is worth it. Check out this month's tips to find out how to save time preparing for all those falling leaves and blustery days. |
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Take Care of Your Leaky Basement
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In
The Kitchen with Dom DeLuise
Here are some of Dom's best recipes for you and your family to enjoy over the next month!
Shrimp on the Barbie — "Put Some Shrimp on the Barbie"!
Cool Cucumber Salad — Exactly what you've been craving during this summer heat!
Vegetable Risotto —This is a perfect side to any meal!
Thai Chicken on a Skewer — Anything with peanut butter in the recipe has to be good!
Apple trees are a favorite fruit tree of landscapers and can be found the world over. Interestingly, there are over a hundred recognized varieties of apple trees some of which have been around for thousands of years and some which are only a decade old. Certain types of apple trees that home gardeners have chosen to cultivate in their yards bear fruit as early as late July, while others reach their peak as late as mid-November.