Patricia Shannon is a freelance writer for Family Handyman. Prior to becoming an independent writer, she spent over a decade as an editor for women’s lifestyle magazines where she focused on home, garden, beauty, and culture content. Patricia lives in Alabama with her husband, two children, and dog affectionately referred to as “Ham."
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