Eighteen years ago I tore the ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) in my right knee while playing football and had reconstructive surgery at the University of Arizona. I was living at my parents’ house at the time and received the medical, physical and emotional support I needed. Our home was single-story, so during the week I … Read more

Lexus has revealed the all-new Lexus TX alongside the eagerly awaited 2024 Lexus GX. While the TX is impressive, many off-road enthusiasts were most excited to see the new GX—and it delivers. Lexus has clearly refined the GX into a vehicle that better suits off-road needs without sacrificing on-road comfort and refinement. For years, the … Read more

Keen is widely recognized for making comfortable, durable hiking boots and sandals. Those same strengths extend to their work boot line, Keen Utility. Built for long days on your feet—standing, walking, and working in varied conditions—these boots emphasize comfort, protection, and longevity. To evaluate their Made in America options, we tested two 6″ models: the … Read more

Last year Husqvarna introduced its first all-wheel-drive (AWD) walk-behind mower, the HU800AWD. AWD mowers deliver improved traction on slopes and uneven terrain, reducing effort and fatigue when tackling large yards. Because the additional driven axle adds only a small amount of weight, these machines remain comparable in heft to traditional rear-wheel-drive models while offering superior … Read more

Our friend Antonella has done it again—another quick update that made her beautiful home even more striking. On our last visit she was revamping her office; this time she focused on the dining room, re-covering six dining chair seats in a bold, textured fabric. The whole project cost just $68 and took under six hours. … Read more

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. All opinions are 100% mine. Nationwide provided information for its blog post, “The Art and Craft of Refinishing Wood Floors.” Wood floors look beautiful when properly maintained and can last for decades with the right care. Refinishing worn wood helps … Read more

Typical surfboard racks are often made from exposed dowels or padded steel shelves and tend to appear purely utilitarian. If you prefer your surfboard to be showcased as a piece of design rather than hidden behind a bulky rack, consider the El Gringo surfboard rack from Make. Available in black steel or stainless steel, the … Read more

Last week I had the pleasure of joining an international group of industry professionals and Husqvarna at the Silent City press event in Antwerp, Belgium. There, Husqvarna introduced several new lawn-care and forestry products—both practical models and concept designs—showcasing the latest in battery and automation technology. Husqvarna’s long history stretches back more than 325 years, … Read more

Every autumn, as Halloween draws near, it’s a good reminder to think about recycling and reusing materials. This year I faced a small recycling challenge: a stack of old, weathered paneling removed from our basement. Instead of sending it to the landfill, I decided to turn it into seasonal decorations—an eco-friendly project that also made … Read more

Older homes often have a lot of character — and particular heating challenges. High ceilings, drafty windows, thick walls, and uneven insulation can make rooms feel inconsistently warm. One often-overlooked factor is the radiator’s shape: its design strongly influences how heat moves through a space. Choosing the right radiator can improve comfort and reduce energy … Read more