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1a. The Practical And Personal Advantages Of Older Homes
Even if they seem worn out and weary, sensitive care can return them to their vigorous former selves. With thoughtful improvements, they can accommodate today's styles of living. Older homes deserve to endure to enrich our lives today and to nurture future generations.

1b. The Adventures Of Getting To Know An Older Home
The house's endearing qualities and special spirit instantly can captivate one's heart. Other times an appreciation of an older home's attractions develops more gradually. The longer you live with an older home of your choice, the richer the experience.

1c. Guidelines For Caring For An Older Home
It may mean only small repairs from time to time to keep the house in sound condition. It can occasionally include a precise restoration, taking a home's appearance back to a certain time in its past.

(Adapted by Shirley Hanson, from Preserving And Maintaining The Older Home, by Shirley Hanson and Nancy Hubby, © 1983.  Used by permission.)