Hungry for love?

What are you doing for Luuurve this February 14th? Come on, you know you have to do something special.  The Canyon Bistro is not going to leave you without options.  We have a special Valentine Day menu all planned out.  For a romantic dinner under the star, our patio will be open and our heating [more...]

Date: 2009-01-22 02:25:33

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People: Caught in the Act, Thurs Jan 22

Jennifer Aniston grabbed her usual table at her go-to spot, the restaurant in L.A.’s Sunset Tower Hotel, for a girls’ night out. Tucked away in the corner, Aniston kept a low profile. Still, she seemed to be the life of her party: After making a trip to the patio, the actress made her friend laugh so loudly that she threw [more...]

Date: 2009-01-23 18:31:50

Tips On Patio Chairs and Lighting For The Front Yard

Probably the perfect complement to a beautiful garden would be to have a set of suitable garden furniture. The right choice will complement the atmosphere and decor and creates a harmonious look. Good garden furniture design that can fulfill the overall theme while being durable at the same time is very important [more...]

Date: 2009-01-24 14:24:07

Steckel Building: The Hardscape Professionals

Steckel Building takes every job personally with great pride in knowing that most of their new customers are referrals ... Contractor Retaining Wall Construction Contractor Paver Stone Walkways, Patios & Sidewalks ... Concrete Pavement Institute Certified   [more...]

Date: 2008-10-17 01:59:17

Health farm dream...

I had an idea of a spa business once. My parents own this piece of land with undulating contour and a water source with some bamboo bushes ... like what you would see in a ranch in America. Just a two storey building with an outside patio, where [more...]

Date: 2009-01-23 15:59:00

Types Of Lawn Trimmers And Edgers

Types Of Lawn Trimmers And Edgers By Gary Antosh | December 13, 2008 by Keith Markensen While a lawnmower is essential to caring for your lawn, ... far into the yard even to the areas near your brick patio, where there’s no outlet nearby. Using ... design with dual blades and a long wooden handle. Although they work quite well for the job [more...]

Date: 2008-12-13 19:33:39

The next to last post of the year

Hey, everyone. I’m back from Chicago, where I enjoyed a lovely time with Stacy, some delicious pizza, ... , where the nochebuena tree has grown proud and overshadows my front door, where the terracotta patio ... comfort in the old hacienda buildings standing side by side with modern structures of concrete [more...]

Date: 2008-12-29 19:48:21

CES 2009: Cleaning Made Easy with iRobot

As if having a robot for a vacuum cleaner wasn’t enough, iRobot has gone even farther and created several products to make cleaning easier ... . In addition, it sweeps patios, decks, garages, and basements. The iRobot Verro is a pool-cleaning robot. It has a self-contained cleaning and filter system that reduces the run-time of your pool’ [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 18:18:39

Plywood Report: Marino, Miette, Bloodhound, More

Welcome back to the Plywood Report, your regular, all-encompassing chronicle of the next generation of restaurants and bars to grace our fair city. Notice something on your block? Let us know. Bonus points and one "angry little Englishman ... will remember a small layout and a pretty decent patio area in the back. More details on Marino [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 20:55:11

Get That New Roof That You Deserve

Make that run down home look brand new after Quality by Craig Roofing is done with it ... / Wainscoting / Trim Custom Flooring / Ceramic / Hardwood / Laminet Concrete Contractor/ Side Walks / Patio / Colored Stamped Property Management Vinyl Siding / Aluminum Capping / Vinyl Soffit & Facia [more...]

Date: 2008-11-07 21:50:44

I Bet You’ve Seen Some Things…

Friend on Facebook left a comment on a status update I’d posted as I was getting ready for an early morning long run suggesting “you witness a world ... into the woods. In the city, on the patio of a restaurant on Elm Street, I saw a hawk with his talons dug [more...]

Date: 2009-01-24 18:24:34

Gimme a 'C!' Gimme an 'R!' Gimme a 'T!' Gimme a...aw forget it.

FURTHER TO THE last week or so of Arpin posts... I was prodded this weekend by a former colleague at 299 Queen Street West that we've seen this sort of thing before.Time was, when you'd walk into the CHUM building (as it then was,) you'd make your way up to the second floor, past the smoking patio and the edit bays, and you'd come to a junction [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 17:08:00

Late harvest

(c)2008 Married ...with dinner -- all rights reserved ... , and one at the lumber yard, to lay the ground work for 2009. Early in the day, I picked and sifted through piles ... reality — that our pretty patio is a luxury; even in our sunny ‘hood, we aren’t able to entertain [more...]

Date: 2008-11-24 07:55:40

Gary Davison Interview part one

by Paul BurmanWriting from Newcastle in the north of England, ... the setting for this interview: a few drinks on the patio in his backyard on an English summer’ ... in the installation of granite paving. We do commercial contracts, which include a lot of city centre work [more...]

Date: 2008-09-01 13:09:00

Sandwiching a Rainbow.

I feel excitied at my NY's challenges and so today I took the girls up the hill to the folks house, so Mum could help me sandwich the Rainbow Log Cabin. It needed two trestle tables pushed together under their patio. The nozzle of my brand new spray adhesive got clogged after only a minute [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 07:16:00

Quick Delivery Homes Monday

Here at New Homes Section, we are dedicated to delivering home buyers with up-to-date information on new homes for sale ... system pre-wire, two walk-in closets, a covered patio and much more. Call 623-691-6155 to schedule ... include separate dining room, french doors, frameless medicine cabinets, pavers at drive [more...]

Date: 2008-11-10 21:11:15

Baby, it’s cold outside. So what?

Freezing temperatures, sub-zero wind chill factors, face numbing cold - all excellent reasons to spend as little time outdoors as possible, right? ... . Shovel that snow off your deck or patio, pull out the lounge chairs, bring out a couple of warm [more...]

Date: 2009-01-23 12:19:07

GeekDad Puzzle of the Week: Landscape Genuis - Solution

Congratulations to landscape foreman Jacob Storey who gets a $50 gift code to ThinkGeek ... improvement from time to time. Some spare days in between projects finds you outside laying paving stones for your new back patio. It's coming along nicely and your stones have all been placed [more...]

Date: 2008-11-07 14:30:12

Thomas Brothers General Contracting of New Castle County

A home is very important for a family and when that home needs a little work, ... and Bath Remodeling Flooring and Custom Tile Patios, Driveways and Walkways Deck Building, Repair ... Windows and Doors Roofing Repair and Restoration Garage Construction Vinyl Siding Custom Carpentry [more...]

Date: 2008-11-03 18:36:15

A Word From our Sponsor The Jonville Team

759 Leeward Avenue, San Elijo Hills - Mariners Landing. An incredible property w/ panoramic ocean & mountain views! ... entertainers’ outdoor w/ lush landscaping, lawn, stamped concrete patio, stone work, firepit, bbq & fountain. NOT A SHORT SALE or REO but PRICED TO SELL! VR $599,000 - $639,000.MULTIPLE PICTURES LINK [more...]

Date: 2009-01-22 00:41:27

Me Time.

OH MAH GAWD, Y’ALL. You know what I have to do this weekend? Not a fucking thing. I am happier than a pig in shit about that ... and the views on a lovely patio. The rest of the weekend I plan on sleeping in, enjoying my coffee, ordering [more...]

Date: 2009-01-22 05:42:24

Oh-Eight Inspiration

It is almost unbelievable that another year has come and gone. And what a biggie it was. An election. A stimulus check. A recession ... grassy yard beyond a modest slate or concrete paver patio (both budget friendly materials you can snag [more...]

Date: 2008-12-31 20:50:35

scoundrel

Last year we planted a garden.  Our kids pulled up all of our plants and picked most of my flowers ... .  The kids were out in the front patio the other day and Evan crawled out there too.  _3117 When I looked out to check on him, he was standing up and eating the dirt from my flower pot. _3118 [more...]

Date: 2009-01-24 06:42:30

Skywatch Friday......

First let me say these photos aren't very good, and I apologise for that. I did use the night setting, but I am guessing I should have done something else, please feel free to let me know what I did wrong. They were taken from our patio doors, and the frame work [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 22:00:00

Unwelcome Night Visitors

For over a month now, Tristen has refused to go out in the back yard after dark ... the back patio to get to it. Tristen will not go out there; not for laundry, not to take the dogs ... to her. He's a smart kid.You see, our house sits on over an acre of property, we are our own city block [more...]

Date: 2009-01-22 02:38:00

Specialty Pool Products

Since 1994, Specialty Pool Products has been offering top quality swimming pools and pool supplies, plus spas and hot tubs, and hundreds of new & innovative products for your pool, home, patio and backyard. We strive to give our customers extra value, every day - with discount prices, expert product support by phone [more...]

Date: 2009-01-23 02:34:17

Have you seen the cheap plastic patio chairs Kooyong jokers have provided for the players?

What’s next? Bricks?The chairs don’t even have an arm rest, for crying out loud. And if Bartoli or Nalbandian sits on them, Kooyong will loose instead of saving money. Not to mention the fun they will have fighting the law suit.Possibly related posts: (automatically generated)Partial Kooyong classic player line up [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 03:12:21

Obama Restaurant Watch

DC is, and I'll go to the mat w anyone who says otherwise, a great restaurant town. I have my own personal favorites (Nora, Othello's, Kaz, Cafe Belga, the patio at Morton's in the summer, mostly for sentimental reasons, Cafe la Ruche, Le Gaulois, Taverna Cretekou (OK, the last two are technically in Alexandria [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 23:05:00

See 2 more posts on this topic

See 2 more posts on this topic Tags: new kids on the block, January 09, Photography, live, News TALKING PICTURES Gardening Matters 16:42 I am sat out on the patio on a gloriously sunny autumn day looking for inspiration for a script.   I am re-inventing myself yet again and moving into the production of Talking Pictures to liven [more...]

Date: 2008-09-18 12:29:42

The weather in DC

Official forecast: “Bone-Chilling Inauguration Weather” . Washington in January/February is the coldest place I’ve ever been ... at the ceremony keep warm. A case of politically incorrect patio heaters perhaps? [more...]

Date: 2009-01-20 11:42:47

The Hawk Did What!?

Seeing this active flock of starlings reminded me of a poem I wrote a few summers ago. It was after witnessing...twice.. ... manuevers, and one would often glance off the glass patio doors. The impact would disorient [more...]

Date: 2009-01-24 22:27:15

Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash and Hazelnuts

The weather here has been remarkable for the past few days with temperatures reaching nearly 80.  Blue skies stretch on forever, and because it's so dry, visibility is about as clear as I've seen it in a while.  I've had the patio door open during the day, and a few windows open at night [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 03:28:28

Dogs Are Funny

Our respite from winter has passed and we are back in the deep freeze. I'm being a big baby and refusing to leave the house any more than necessary ... as the bowl slid around the kitchen floor.Suddenly she raced to the patio door. I let [more...]

Date: 2009-01-23 19:13:00

Outdoor Lighting

Does your patio or deck lack that certain something at night? Do you feel left in the dark? Some outdoor lighting is just the thing that is missing! ... landscaping or just for some added security, every home needs to be adorned with these beautifully elegant [more...]

Date: 2009-01-22 03:39:33

GeekDad Puzzle of the Week: Landscape Genuis

This week finds you finishing up some home improvement. Remember, email your solutions by 10:00 p.m ... improvement from time to time. Some spare days in between projects finds you outside laying paving stones for your new back patio. It's coming along nicely and your stones have all been placed [more...]

Date: 2008-11-03 14:30:14

Attn, DC Reasonoids: Happy Hour, Tuesday, Sept. 16!

On Tuesday, September 16th, starting at 6:30pm, please join reason's DC staff for a happy hour to celebrate: ... , and more. The event will take place at the upstairs bar at The Big Hunt, 1345 Connecticut Avenue, NW, a block ... specials throughout the night, and the patio will be open for smokers. Hope to see you there! [more...]

Date: 2008-09-11 18:04:00

How to Host a Party (and not do anything)

I hosted a small dinner party the other night for several couples. Had Kevin let me, I'd have invited about 8 more people, but I had to cut back. ( ... a garage, or in the warmer months, your deck or patio. _5255 We had a sausage and chicken paella [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 17:06:16

Protect Driveways, Patios, Walkways & Parking Lots With Seal Coating

Seal coating extends the service life of your pavement, ... and is environmentally friendly. Why re-pave when you can save by using our face lifting system, which is cost ...   West Chester, PA 19380   Phone:  610-430-2274   ·  Driveway Seal Coating ·  Asphalt [more...]

Date: 2008-07-22 15:43:44

Sending a Little Warmth Your Way

This is for my friend Terry, up in Minnesota, and for all the rest of y’all who are snowed in, frozen, or otherwise hopeless about this harsh winter ... built, with 8-ft. metal walls on the north and east and a patio in that corner so that, on any day [more...]

Date: 2009-01-17 23:09:00

Reflections on Paso

Another summer has past and I am reflecting on the work that was completed this past year.From finishing out the kitchen island to the landscaping and resealing the floors and patio. I also got a chance to stain concrete in both bathrooms with varying success.The past year, 7 learned [more...]

Date: 2008-10-05 19:10:00

Have you ever? (0)

Have you ever? Add your thoughts (0) Have you ever house swapped?? Known someone who has? I need/want your tips - because we’re totally doing it ... 2 Bathrooms Kitchenette in Full Basement 2 Fireplaces Large backyard with fire pit, patio, trampoline [more...]

Date: 2009-01-24 17:34:27

OTT Construction, Stonework, & Landscaping will help beautify your home

OTT Construction, Stonework, & Landscaping will help beautify your home and add to its value with a new decorative, interlocking concrete, cobblestone, or brick paver driveway, patio, walkway, entrance, pool deck ... pavers are a smart and elegant design choice. They are manufactured to withstand weight and weather [more...]

Date: 2008-10-13 17:31:33

Netroots Nation Parties: Thursday's Events

Note: All of this is taken from the link atop the page -- the (un)Official Events Guide to Netroots Nation in Austin, TX ... , a block or so down Red River, back towards 6th street. Hope everyone can make it out! Here's a look ... , The Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill, 303 Red River St., Austin, TX. Meet the CCR staff and hang [more...]

Date: 2008-07-17 18:00:00

Backyard Bully

We've had snow just about all day. I'm so glad I didn't have to get out and go anywhere, for more reasons than one ... ), and then opened the patio doors to shoo them away. They both flew to the back of the yard, the sparrow seemed [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 22:26:00

shadows and ghosts

leaf ghosts on the old slate in our back patio a crazy-quilt pattern where the snow lays in different depths on the stones then boxed spaces ... what it is. i was a little cramped for space to block it with the christmas tree up in the living room, and the weak [more...]

Date: 2008-12-10 23:00:28

TEA PARTY FOR RANDOM THANKFULNESS

Today I would like to invite you to stay for a little bit and have a cup of catmint tea and some of these wonderful mint flavored cookies I now call ... and saw a shadow move across the courtyard with a tail attached. She ran out on the patio [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 11:05:00

Featured Plant: Viola

Permalink Gardening Question of the Week: What Ornamental Small Trees Can Be Grown in a Container? ... for me was this standard lantana that I saw on a patio. It inspired me to try my hand at manipulating plants [more...]

Date: 2009-01-23 01:43:29

Where to Stay in Santa Fe?

Santa Fe is a bright and glorious capital of New Mexico that offers spectacular nature views, almost all year-round sunshine, ... -conditioning system, wireless internet access, patio, comfortable furnishings, antique area rugs, and even [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 11:13:03

Two Bedrooms Click Here Now!

Full size washers and dryers Microwaves Covered Parking Available Balcony or patio every apartment Exterior storage closet Refrigerator with ice makers Square [more...]

Date: 2009-01-22 13:05:45

Urban Gardens Taking Root Across the U.S.

For some time now, a growing number of urbanites have been eating locally and seasonally, ... that follows the precepts of permaculture design, in San Francisco. "There are a lot of small spaces in San Francisco," Butler says, "and you can grow food on a patio or small deck. If we grow food [more...]

Date: 2009-01-22 19:02:43

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