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Nowadays, there are several options to choose from when it comes to toilets. From the standard toilets to more modern ones, choosing is not just based on aesthetics. For example, traditional toilets utilize a gravity-assisted system, while modern commodes feature a pressure-assisted flushing system. Also, we have the back-to-wall and wall-mounted toilets, which are the primary variants today.  What is a Back to Wall Toilet? A back-to-wall toilet places its water tank or cistern behind the toilet bowl. It is typically in the form of a large unit, or it can be hidden within the wall. Back-to-wall style toilets can...

Theme: SEESAWS (39. Vacillates ... or what you can do when you look at the starts of the answers to starred clues?) 17A. *Trendy terms: BUZZWORDS. Buzzsaw.60A. *Popular cause to jump on: BANDWAGON. Band saw.11D. *Mall anchors: CHAIN STORES. Chainsaw. 25D. *Game with paddles: TABLE TENNIS. Table saw.Boomer here.  Hello everyone. Last week we ventured into Western Wisconsin for a birthday trip and to SEE a casino.  Instead we SAW beautiful landscape and fall colors as we crossed the St. Croix river.  The St. Croix Casino was nothing that we have not SEEn before, but we had a good time. Boomer,...

When Jodie sold her dentist practice, she knew that she wanted to do something that was a bit more FUN. She started a blog and decided to have lots of fun with style and fashion (and her friends). Let’s discover more about Jodie and her style journey. Can you tell us a little bit more about yourself? Check out this button down printed dress and tassel earrings for a similar look. I am a retired cosmetic dentist who has always loved clothes. In fact, I always say that the nut doesn’t fall far from the tree because my mother is a...

Historically, I’ve tended to avoid sweater dresses because I often found they added bulk to my frame, but this season has some spectacular, flattering pieces on offer. At the tippy top of my current shopping list is this Staud bustier dress. You can get a similar bustier look for less with this (under $100). I would style either of these with suede tall boots, but it would look equally chic with suede mules (look for less with these), clogs (look for less with these), or — for my more fashion-forward ladies — lug sole boots (look for less with these)....

Homemade Halloween decorations are a world away from the mass-produced flimsy plastic and paper dollar store offerings. Making your own decorations ensures a unique look, plus you can reuse items around your house that might otherwise go to waste. By making your own decorations with family and/or friends each year, you can look forward to an enjoyable Halloween tradition. [Edit]Steps [Edit]Decorating with Pumpkins Make a Jack O'Lantern. No Halloween would be complete without the iconic Jack O'Lantern in its various forms. The classic Jack O’Lantern is made by carving a pumpkin and placing a candle inside it, but here are...