http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/Design expert Ann Porter gives advice on dressing up your home.en-ushttp://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/sep/25/recycle_more/Even the most waste-conscious among us can feel overwhelmed by the amount of household waste that goes beyond what municipal recyclers and compost bins can handle. This list will help you divert more waste away from landfills. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:28:47 -0000http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/sep/25/recycle_more/http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/sep/16/showerhead_bacteria/New research suggests that many shower heads are teeming with Mycobacterium avium, a bacteria that can cause lung disease. Should you be worried? Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:53:35 -0000http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/sep/16/showerhead_bacteria/http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/aug/04/party_kitchen_redo/Many clients are telling me they are going out less and entertaining more at home. If your current kitchen doesn’t meet your entertaining needs try incorporating the ideas below for adding some rhythm to your kitchen. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 14:02:43 -0000http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/aug/04/party_kitchen_redo/http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/may/10/antimicrobial_agents/The H1N1 flu has brought concern for the spread of viruses and products with antimicrobial agents into the spotlight. If you are confused by all the labels, you are not alone. Continue reading to learn about these germ-killing ingredients. Sun, 10 May 2009 13:26:45 -0000http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/may/10/antimicrobial_agents/http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/apr/20/earth_day_2009/Recycle your household electronics on Earth Day. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:58:57 -0000http://www.marconews.com/blogs/ask_ann/2009/apr/20/earth_day_2009/