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Green Acre #141: Guppy Love

And another one bites the dust.

March 20, 2019

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Who Wears the Pants? We All Do!

And there’s more, better, croppier, flare-ier pants out there.

March 19, 2019

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Dieting by Algorithm

Forget complicated calorie counting. The A.I. diet can tell you what and how to eat.

March 18, 2019

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What Ads Don’t Say About Invisalign

Eating is no picnic with these braces.

March 17, 2019

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The RealReal . . . The Real Truth

Some things sell fast on the consignment site. Others have to await their moment.

March 14, 2019

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Green Acre #140: No-Fuss Flowers

Even the easiest-to-grow blooms need a minimal amount of care (and commonsense).

March 13, 2019

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Embracing the Evil Eye

In the age of voyeurism, a little protection can’t hurt.

March 12, 2019

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Should You Take a Statin?

That depends on a calculation of your heart disease risk level and your doctor’s guidance.

March 11, 2019

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An Argument for Living

A magazine article proposes giving up the ghost at 75. We counter.

March 10, 2019

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Tomatoes and Feta Play Dress-up

Chicken, fish, vegetables, all can benefit from being topped with freshness.

March 7, 2019

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Green Acre #139: Planting a Question

American dogs and cats. Why no camels and giraffes, for goodness’ sake?

March 6, 2019

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Reinventing a Jacket: A Patch Job

A deep dive into a dusty drawer leads to new thinking for an old blazer.

March 5, 2019

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The Shape of Water

Is it safe to drink water? We explain the choices.

March 4, 2019

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The Lost Romance of the Ring

The mystery of who may be on the other end of a phone call has vanished.

March 3, 2019

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Dice Those Asparagus!

An old favorite becomes a new favorite with the slice of a knife.

February 28, 2019

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Green Acre #138: Hold On!

Spring has sprung in Veranda magazine, but not for most of us.

February 27, 2019

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Fabrics of Our Lives

An exhibit at New York City’s Museum at FIT focuses on the material aspects of our clothing.

February 26, 2019

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Something Bunny Is Happening

Rabbits are running all over. Gardeners, take heed.

February 25, 2019

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