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September 17, 2009
- in Homekeeping by Alexis Rodrigo
Five Healthy, Meat-Free Sandwiches for the Lunchbox
Looking to cut back on your meat consumption, reduce your grocery bill, or eat healthier? These five healthy, meat-free sandwiches are ideal for the grab and go lunch. Pack them for work or take them on a picnic. They’re quick, easy and delicious. Veggie Reuben Sandwich
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September 16, 2009
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
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How to Cut Down on Hot Water Bills
Water bills can be astronomically expensive, especially during the summertime when watering your lawn and garden becomes a necessity. Hot water, because it requires energy to heat it, is even more expensive. Here are a few easy tips to cut down on hot water bills. #1 Insulate your hot water pipes. Insulation minimizes the amount […]
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September 15, 2009
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
Programmable Thermostats Save Energy and Money
Programmable thermostats are quite possibly your single biggest tool to conserve energy and to reduce your utility expense each month. In addition to those marvelous benefits of saving energy and money, programmable thermostats offer a number of additional perks. Benefits of Programmable Thermostats * Typically, you will save about $150 each year on your heating […]
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September 14, 2009
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
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Five Cooking Tips to Save Energy in the Kitchen
We’re all looking for ways to save money and consume fewer resources for a greener planet. Some of the ways to save energy, like turning the thermostat up or down, seem fairly obvious and don’t feel as if we’re doing enough. One great way to amplify your efforts is to look room by room at […]
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September 13, 2009
- in Have Fun by Alexis Rodrigo
Explore Tide Pools with Your Children
Tide pools present a unique opportunity to see an ocean environment up close and personal. Their easy accessibility makes them an ideal learning experience for young children, who can explore ocean animals and habitats without having to take them scuba diving. Here are a few tips and strategies to explore tide pools with your children.
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