Archive for September, 2010
Wednesday, September 29th, 2010
It might be the end of summer, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still relive the good moments of those sun shiny months. So don’t let your summer harvest go to waste — start jarring every leftover vegetable before it’s too late!
From sun-ripened tomatoes to crisp cucumbers and fresh corn, ...
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Monday, September 27th, 2010
Halloween is all about tricks and treats, but it’s also a holiday with a significant amount of waste. From candies to costumes to haunted houses, many resources go into creating a ghoulishly festive time for children of all ages. Whether you’re expecting a neighborhood gang of trick-or-treaters or need costumes ...
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Friday, September 24th, 2010
The average American uses almost 2,000 gallons of water every day, which is two times the global average. Along with needing water for survival and for household activities, it’s also used for the production of paper and other products — in other words, water is in high demand, but we ...
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010
Are you ready to tackle your roof this year? You know, that wasted space above your head — instead of ignoring it, you can enhance it. Roofscaping not only adds beauty to your residence or business, but it can also be more energy and water efficient too.
Roofscaping Options
Depending on the ...
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Monday, September 20th, 2010
Every day your water heater is busy warming water, which creates consistently high electricity bills. In order to cut your energy costs, you’re going to have to take matters into your own hands so that the water tank doesn’t need to reheat the existing water in the tank. By implementing ...
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Friday, September 17th, 2010
Why is it so important to incorporate kale into your diet? Well, brace yourself…in one cup of raw, chopped kale, there are 2 grams of protein, 33 calories, 0 grams of fat (saturated and trans fat included), 29 milligrams of sodium, 7 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram of dietary fiber, ...
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Wednesday, September 15th, 2010
College can be an enlightening experience. Not only does it give you an opportunity to discover your career options and learn skills, but it also gives you time to get to know yourself. What do you want to do the rest of your life? How do you want to live? ...
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Sunday, September 12th, 2010
How do you figure out what you’re going to wear in the morning? Maybe you check the local weather station or look at your outdoor thermometer. In the past and even today, some people still use weather lore to make predictions. Remember the old adage, “Red sky at night, sailor’s ...
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Friday, September 10th, 2010
Foraging in the wild is no easy task when you’re not used to camping. Meals are easier when you have the ingredients from the store or your garden right in front of you along with kitchen appliances such as a stove, microwave, etc. However, it’s possible to find sustenance in ...
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Wednesday, September 8th, 2010
Isn’t it amazing how your local grocer can provide picture-perfect apples, grapes, celery, etc. time and time again? Well, it’s not magic — it’s the result of toxic chemicals and pesticides. Growing an organic vegetable garden in your back one is one way to reduce your exposure, but if you ...
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