It’s still September as I write this, and fall’s chill has already descended. (Never mind that a few days ago, the temps hit 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Now it’s cold. Fall is confused about what it wants to be when it grows up.)
As we turn homeward and settle in, we see the work that needs to be done. You can’t hide from it.
Our old house can tactfully be described as “shopworn.” Or maybe “in need of work.” Can you relate? Anyway, I’ve outlined our list of projects that demand attention, and suggested ways to deal with your own home.
Maybe your issue is maintenance, not significant repairs. Barbara Winfield gives us a list of tasks that should be completed before winter. There’s nothing like a list by an expert—a do-able list, a reasonable list—to help galvanize a homeowner.
Jude Waterston, who writes about food, tackles a different sort of kitchen task: renovation of the small things. The pots and pans, the knives, the spice rack. What do you need to renew in your kitchen? And she offers a recipe for those renovated spices.
Barbara steps up again with tips for those who might be renewing the home prior to a planned move. How do you stage a home? Should you consider a professional home stager? Staging can make the difference between a sale and vanishing potential buyers.
Irene Soloway, Wayne County Master Gardener, shares a symbol of fall: the apple tree, specifically the old apple trees in the region. They’ve borne their fruit for a long time, and their age is reflected in their craggy glory. Age has its own beauty.
And finally, check out our list of useful tools. Good stuff to have on hand.
Fall is here, and winter is on its way. Enjoy.
Annemarie Schuetz
Section editor
Our Country Home
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