Insect visitors emerge as spring warms homes
Homegrown notes spring warmth awakens overwintering insects like the multicolored Asian lady beetle. Adults leave walls seeking water, attracted to lights, while larder beetles recycle dead pests. Indoor spraying is unnecessary.
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Clown painting stirs couple's clutter debate in Kansas City
Susan Patterson and John Sheldon debate keeping or hiding a 40 year old clown painting. She fears divorce if it is thrown out while he cherishes the sentimental piece. A psychologist notes that talking about what stuff represents helps couples reach compromise.
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Porch becomes outdoor family room on lakefront home
Dean Marisco and Derek Stearns of DIY Network transform a cramped screened porch at Tal and Charman Shuford’s Lake Mary home into an outdoor living space. They add a wide deck, upgraded second story deck, composite decking, railings, an outdoor pool table, an outdoor TV, new walkways, refined landscaping, irrigation, and a mosquito misting system at about 25000 dollars.
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Orlando Sentine
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Charman Shuford
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