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Landscaping, lawns, and fences – an historical and environmentally friendly perspective in Saint Awesome

Posted on August 28, 2023November 8, 2023 by Carrie Stevenson

Landscaping is important, it makes our homes inviting spaces that are part of a neighbourhood.  When I take a walk, of course I care about beautiful architecture, but what brings me back to a place is the vibe of the area.  The plant life around a building is a necessary aesthetic.  Good landscaping helps with…

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Skip to the loo – enjoying our main floor bathroom with all its faults and beauty

Posted on August 4, 2023August 5, 2023 by Carrie Stevenson

I remember looking at a heritage home with my now husband in 2003 that we considered buying.  I would have absolutely gutted the kitchen and the bathroom.  Why?  I was under the mistaken belief that renovating these two rooms were requirements when you bought a home.  As I age and learn, I realize that there…

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