Abstract: An apparatus for handling ornaments and other objects is disclosed, including an elongated handle and a hook-shaped applicator. The applicator is attached to one end of the elongated handle and a hook receiving hole extends at least partially into the applicator to hold an ornament hook therein. The apparatus may further include a retriever for removing ornaments. The apparatus may alternatively include an applicator affixed to a connector for attachment to an elongated handle, or additionally, the apparatus may be sold as a kit where the applicator and retriever are removably affixed to the elongated handle or are attached to separate connectors for attachment to the elongated handle.

Abstract: A laminated wall construction for building exteriors in which a facing outer layer provides the exterior surface and is attached to a corrugated layer such that the corrugations form vertical channels extending along the laminated wall construction. A trough is located at the lower end of the corrugated layer with weep holes formed in the trough whereby moisture which seeps through the facing outer layer flows down the corrugation layer of vertical channels into the trough and out of the weep holes.