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12 Jul 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN | COMMENTS
Yard sales are great: You get to purge and the landfill gets a break. But could they be better? Don't get me wrong; I have fond childhood memories of digging through other people's trash to find treasures, counting out quarters, dimes and nickels for a book or toy.+ READ MORE
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29 Jun 2009 IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS | COMMENTS
Traveling alone, cross-country, in a car that gets twenty five miles per gallon is comparable, in terms of pollution-generation, to flying cross country. If you add a couple buddies to the mix or trade your car in for a fuel-efficient hybrid, the trip becomes significantly greener. The bus is the...+ READ MORE
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19 Jun 2009 IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS | COMMENTS
A staycation is a type of a vacation. Specifically, it is one where no, or very little, actual vacating takes place. What exactly constitutes a staycation is not clearly defined. It can mean both a vacation spent relaxing at home or a vacation to nearby and local attractions.+ READ MORE
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2 Jun 2009 IN TECH & TRANSPORT | COMMENTS
Last week, we discussed how the government was offering a twenty-dollar-a-month tax rebate for commuters who bike to work. It's not a lot of money, but if you are biking to work anyways, you might as well pocket the extra cash.+ READ MORE
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27 May 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN | COMMENTS
Showering in cold water may have a few hidden health benefits, but when you are swimming for leisure, I'd assume that you'd want to swim in some sort of comfort. That's why you might be on the market for a pool heater. You might feel guilty about buying a pool heater, because a pool heater uses a...+ READ MORE
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6 May 2009 IN FASHION & BEAUTY | COMMENTS
Dry-cleaning is generally a good thing. I mean, there are some environmental drawbacks to the process. But, many dry cleaners are moving towards greener processes, and they do help you extend the life of your garments. Usually, the manufacture of a new product is more environmentally costly than to...+ READ MORE
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27 Mar 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN | COMMENTS
Solar panels get called eco-bling because they are so expensive to purchase and to maintain. Solar panels are exciting and fun as all new, cool technologies are, but it's better to make sure that your home is insulated properly. I know. I know. Insulation is boring and you can't show it off.+ READ MORE
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19 Mar 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN | COMMENTS
Proper weatherization can reduce your heating bills by 32%. That's over $300 dollars a year. Not bad. Of course, you may not be able to afford such niceties. The United States Government has a program that helps low-income families obtain weatherization for their homes. + READ MORE
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17 Feb 2009 IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS | COMMENTS
If you live in those United States of America, then there is only one name when it comes to train travel. Checking the boards frequently will allow you to find deals to visit nearby relatives for cheap and with a small carbon footprint. Advertised Specials Advertised specials are also kind of a...+ READ MORE
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24 Dec 2008 IN WORK & CONNECT | COMMENTS
I'm not suggesting that you buy stocks to make a lot of cash, I'm suggesting that you purchase stocks in order to make a lot of change. A person who owns shares in a company has the right to attend shareholders meetings and influence company policy. A person who wants to get a small supermarket...+ READ MORE
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3 Jul 2008 IN FASHION & BEAUTY | COMMENTS
To the amateur shopper, buying clothing and other personal items is a mundane but necessary activity.It was not only a superb find, but I was also able to procure my favorite beverage holders at a good price.The added bonus is that thrifters like me are getting good cheap stuff and being...+ READ MORE
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10 Jun 2008 IN WORK & CONNECT | COMMENTS
When Rachelle married Ed, she didn't know she was promising herself to not only the wedded life but also the green life. There are earth-friendly wedding dresses, organically grown flowers, recycled-paper invitations, green gift registries, and the list goes on.+ READ MORE
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15 Apr 2008 IN WRECKLAMATION | COMMENTS
Did chills run down your spine when you saw a homeowner on Wrecklamation buy a like-new deep freezer for pennies on the dollar? Get to the demolition auction early to measure items for compatibility, and have someone at home on standby with another tape measure in case you forgot a key measurement.+ READ MORE
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