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That was a hard one.… We almost feel a need to apologize, but then again what fun is it if you don't get a challenge once in a while?

Chicks have visitors Editors of Country Living Magazine pop in on the Farm Chicks Antique Show.

These days, we're more likely than ever to include our pets in family activities, not only on land but in water, too. From a day at the lake, to a spin on the boat, to a dip in the pool, many of our canine friends will be joining us for some wet and wild fun this year. These steps you can take to ensure that you and your pet enjoy the water safely.

We're looking for your photographs from your home, recent projects or remodels. Each week, we'll publish photos

It seemed simple enough on the surface, no pun intended. A friend called me last weekend saying she was contemplating painting her front door a bright color. Knowing that I've spent the last year up to my waist in paint, she wanted to pick my brain. I am a little old-fashioned, so I suggested oil-based paint and a couple of coats.

Editor Pia Hansen

Watching the sunset from one's patio with a cool beverage in hand is a well-entrenched local tradition. The region's hot summer days and long twilight hours lure people outdoors, turning many backyard decks into second living rooms. Devoting a couple of weekends a year to maintaining that deck or patio, however, can erase a bit of the allure. And for some, the thought of using virgin trees for a non-mandatory function is unthinkable.