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our may 2023 box and a giveaway
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our may 2023 box and a giveaway

I’m happy to announce our May box giveaway! This May Box is all about spring and will be curated around the theme, Vive le Printemps. I love to live by the seasons, but I’m the first to admit that by the time we get to March I am totally over the winter, and longing to get to Spring!

I love the season because this is when I make plans for the garden, when I sow some seeds for the summer. I made planting layouts for the potager, and got excited to soon start dividing and replanting the dahlia tubers

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The Home Depot to Present at the 9th Annual JP Morgan Retail Round-Up Conference |
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The Home Depot to Present at the 9th Annual JP Morgan Retail Round-Up Conference |

ATLANTA, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Home Depot®the world’s largest home improvement retailer, today announced that Richard McPhailexecutive vice president and chief financial officer, will present at the 9th Annual JP Morgan Retail Round-Up Conference. The presentation will begin at 9:00 am ET on Thursday, March 30, 2023.

The presentation will be a live webcast at http://ir.homedepot.com/events-and-presentations. A link will be displayed under “Events and Presentations.” The webcast will be archived and available at the same location for about one hour after the conclusion of the live event.

The Home Depot

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Collecting: Vintage Floral Dishes – French Country Cottage
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Collecting: Vintage Floral Dishes – French Country Cottage

Anyone else in the vintage dish collecting club? You know the one where you can’t walk by a pretty vintage dish without picking it up, contemplating bringing it home, setting it down and trying to walk away and then turning around to grab it before anyone else does? Yeah. I am right there with you in that club and did you know that I was once asked if I would trade several pieces of antique children’s furniture for 2 sets of antique china? You know I did.

So, I might even be in the running for being the presidents of

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Planting the Garden for bouquets
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Planting the Garden for bouquets

Planting the Garden

With winter weather outside right now and the greenhouse garden covered up- I am dreaming about warm spring days and pretty little blooms on the plants. And we are planning on replanting a lot of the plants this season, it also offers an opportunity to add more areas of those beauties that are perfect for clipping and enjoying in seasonal bouquets.

Planting the Garden for bouquets

We do have a lot of the English cottage style garden favorites planted already. Garden & iceberg roses, foxgloves, hollyhocks, lambs ear, lilacs and more. With the unusual winter this year, we may be adding more

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Enhancing Your Home’s Curb Appeal with a Tile Roofing Company
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Enhancing Your Home’s Curb Appeal with a Tile Roofing Company

Enhancing Your Home’s Curb Appeal with a Tile Roofing Company

A home’s exterior is the first impression guests, neighbors, and potential buyers notice, and the roof plays a crucial role in shaping that impression. Investing in a tile roofing company can dramatically enhance your home’s curb appeal while providing long-lasting durability and protection. Tile roofs are not only visually striking but also offer benefits such as energy efficiency, low maintenance, and resistance to harsh weather. Partnering with a skilled tile roofing company ensures professional installation, quality materials, and expert guidance to elevate both the aesthetic and functional aspects of your home.

Why Tile Roofing Boosts Curb Appeal

Tile roofing offers …

8 Purchases Everyone Approaching Retirement Should Make
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8 Purchases Everyone Approaching Retirement Should Make

8 Purchases Everyone Approaching Retirement Should Make

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Certain retirement purchases, such as big houses and expensive boats, are often regretted by retirees.

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However, there are other purchases that act more as investments. Here are eight purchases every retiree should make before retirement.

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Home Improvement Items

Kimberly JC Enders, CFP at Enders Wealth Management, said one of the most common purchases she sees retires making prior to retirement are large home improvements. These are usually items in the

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Homeowners, Here’s How to Get More Money Back on Your Taxes
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Homeowners, Here’s How to Get More Money Back on Your Taxes

This story is part of Taxes 2023CNET’s coverage of the best tax software, tax tips and everything else you need to file your return and track your refund.

It’s not easy affording a home, even after you’ve made the down payment and started a mortgage. The average homeowner spends $15,405 on top of their mortgage each year, according to real-estate company Clever.

Homeowners, Here’s How to Get More Money Back on Your Taxes

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All those expenses come with a silver lining, however — tax credits and deductions for your home that can lead to a bigger tax refund. For homeowners, learning as much as you can about your

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Vintage Inspired Floral Art – French Country Cottage
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Vintage Inspired Floral Art – French Country Cottage

It is all about flowers today for Floral Friday- and we are talking about vintage inspired floral art- paintings, prints and reproduction artwork to create beauty with flowers all year long.

Vintage Inspired Floral Art – French Country Cottage

Vintage Inspired Floral Art

A favorite for layering on a shelf, placing in a display on a wall or adding anywhere you want a little bit of French country charm- vintage floral art is always a pretty way to bring the beauty of blooms into the house all year long.

I have collected old paintings and art at thrift stores and flea markets for years. I have several old

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