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A home renovation and decor writer reflects on 20 years, 10 homes

A look back at 20 years of Marni Jameson columns on topics ranging from remodeling mishaps to pet issues -- hello, first night with a rescue dog and a brand new carpet.

Martha Stewart is among the many experts whose advice the author has channeled during the 20 years she has written her home and lifestyle column. (Courtesy Marni Jameson)

Crowds lined up in San Francisco on Wednesday to see — and smell — the blooming of an endangered tropical flower that releases a pungent odor when it opens once every several years.

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Visitors line up to see and smell a corpse flower’s stinking bloom in Golden Gate Park

High rise building near Chinatown in Oakland.

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Photos: Steph Curry’s former Oakland penthouse listed for $1.69 million

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The 10 most expensive homes reported sold in San Jose in the week of Feb. 19

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Visitors line up to see and smell a corpse flower’s stinking bloom in Golden Gate Park

Crowds lined up in San Francisco on Wednesday to see — and smell — the blooming of an endangered tropical flower that releases a pungent odor when it opens once every several years.