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When the Spirits Call You to Action Nov. 19, 2023
An older gentleman in a well-used pickup pulled up in front of our driveway as we were setting up Ha... Read More
The One Where She Wins the Election Nov. 12, 2023
Well, that was the strangest job interview ever. A few weeks ago, someone slyly asked me if I'd be w... Read More
Prepare And Paint Outdoor Wood Trim Nov. 02, 2023
Dear James: It seems like I have to repaint the exterior wood trim every two years because it peels.... Read More
Fall Landscaper Questions Oct. 25, 2023
Q: My landscaper told me a couple of things that I don't understand. I think he is just trying to ma... Read More
Gopher Problem Oct. 18, 2023
Q: I saw your article on removing moles. We have gophers. Can you advise how to get rid of them? A: ... Read More
Baby Bonds: A Path Toward Prosperity for Future Generations Oct. 16, 2023
Rights & Resistance with the ACLU
Being born into poverty often determines what the rest of your life looks like — not just for ... Read More
When the Embers at the End Overshadow a Legacy Oct. 08, 2023
It's a terrible vice. I wake up and pretty much immediately scroll through the news and the emails t... Read More
We Exist Within the System Oct. 01, 2023
It's really easy to complain on Facebook and offer no solutions. It's a touch harder to speak direct... Read More
Catching the Glimmers Keeps You in the Present Sep. 24, 2023
It was the squeals of the two women that caught my attention first. They were cheering on a pigtaile... Read More
Generational Curb Appeal Sep. 17, 2023
You can never know who is behind the door, but you try to take the cues from the yard. There are the... Read More
Personal Weather Station Sep. 13, 2023
Q: I am thinking about getting my husband a home weather station because he is a big gardener and is... Read More
Build a Tool Shed Yourself Aug. 17, 2023
Dear James: After many years, our large garage is finally full of "stuff," so I want to build a back... Read More
Glyphosate Aug. 16, 2023
I recently wrote an article about two property owners sharing a fence line who needed to have their ... Read More
Herbicides Jul. 26, 2023
Q: My neighbor and I share a fence line. Many weeds and small trees are growing between the two fenc... Read More
Cleaning Up So Contractors Like Me Jul. 15, 2023
Tell me why I loaded the dishwasher before "Brian" came over. Tell me why I cannot welcome any contr... Read More
Summer Gardening To-Do List Jun. 28, 2023
With the hot weather of summer, there may not be much to do in your landscape, but there are a few t... Read More
Waterlogged Barrel Planter Jun. 21, 2023
Q: I bought a half-barrel to use as a planter. It does not have drainage holes. Besides the regular ... Read More
Peony and Tree Problems May. 24, 2023
Question: My peony has bloomed wonderfully for many years but this year the buds are turning black a... Read More
Selling and Buying a Home Today Is Easy May. 23, 2023
Dear Monty: We recently closed on our new home. We were pre-approved, and we shopped online for many... Read More
A New Contract Will Put the Vacancy Collaborative to the Test in St. Louis May. 19, 2023
After years of offering data and ideas to tackle local blight, the St. Louis Vacancy Collaborative's... Read More
