Tag Archives: reuse

Summer DIY Projects

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With my husband leaving for deployment this summer, I am planning on keeping myself sane by staying busy with plenty of projects.  On my list so far are starting a cleanse, juicing, surfing, taking some courses through Coursera, reconnecting with

Summer Vacation: 12 Ocean-Friendly Travel Tips

Summer Vacation: 12 Ocean-Friendly travel tips

There is nothing I enjoy more during the hot days of summer than cooling off with a dip in the ocean and planning a trip to a place where I can spend some quality time face to face with my

Project Nursery: Completed with Pictures!!

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Monday was the official day that I turned 36 weeks and with my due date on July 1st, I spent last night reflecting back on my journey (yes for all of you who have not had any children yet, pregnancy

12 Tips to Make Your Office More Eco-friendly and Efficient

12 Tips to Make your Office more Eco-friendly and Efficient

Three years ago I started on my quest to find a more sustainable way of living by becoming certified as a Green Business Consultant.  My goal was to help businesses become more environmentally-friendly and efficient.  I found the concept fascinating

10 Ways to Reduce Your Plastic Footprint

10 ways to reduce plastic footprint

With Earth day coming later this month, I think it is the perfect time to address some of the most pressing issues our planet is facing and come up with ways we can minimize our impact as individuals.  We always

Air Travel Tips: Save your Wallet and your Waistline

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I have been very lucky over the last few years to have the opportunity to do a lot of traveling.  From sleeping on the floor of Gatwick airport as construction workers cut up the concrete floors with a jackhammer next

Save Green with Sustainable Party Planning!

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It’s official!  I’m going to be an Auntie!  I am beyond thrilled and excited for a new addition to our family!  And this wonderful news along with the beginning of the birthday and baby shower season has given me the

Ten Sustainable Resolutions for 2013

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1.  Shop smart. Make informed choices and get to know the story behind the products that you use.  Surround yourself and your loved ones with products that are safe for your health, are ethically made and environmentally friendly.  Use resources

Responsible Recycling: Everything from A to MP3s

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Ever wonder what to do with all of those batteries in your children’s toys and remotes once their lives have ended?  Do you hurriedly replace them with new ones and debate whether to just throw them away in the trash

DIY Holiday Ornament

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Have you collected a pile of cards, announcements or invitations over this past year from loved ones that you would like find new homes for?  Here is the perfect way to reuse those special documents and give creative thoughtful gifts