by Bailey LeRoux Gardening is hard work. Successful Gardening is even harder. Some of us have a green thumb. Some of us on the other hand, try as we might, can’t grow a thing. Not a single thing. Some have come to a level of acceptance with their black thumbs and forgo house plants and gardening all together. But a few determined others might have a long list of … [Read more...]
Front Porches with Flair
by Rebecca Hargus Nothing says “welcome” or “America” like an inviting and adorned front porch, and Abilene is home to many such inviting spaces. From the unique to the traditional, Abilene Scene explores a few of Abilene’s dolled-up front porches and offers tips along the way showing readers how they can dress up their own piece of Americana. A well-defined space … [Read more...]
Creating Backyard Bliss
It is possible to step into a relaxing outdoor wonder, without ever leaving home! Backyards are now becoming outdoor living spaces; they are extensions of our homes. They provide another place for entertaining, spending time with family or escaping for an afternoon. There are so many options when thinking about how to create the ideal space, one that will reflect your … [Read more...]