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Alexis Rodrigo
September 24, 2010
- in Parenting by Alexis Rodrigo
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How to Raise a Minimalist Child
There is a growing trend toward raising children in a minimalist way — that is, without accumulating massive amounts of “stuff” — but it is still an uphill climb. When you choose to raise your children in a frugal, non-consumerist sort of way, you are going against powerful advertising media. Images of the latest movie […]
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September 23, 2010
- in Gardening by Alexis Rodrigo
How to Prepare your Garden For The First Frost
When the evenings begin to come earlier and the foliage on the leaves begins to change, it’s time to think about preparing your garden for the first frost. Here is how to get your garden ready for that first nip in the air:
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September 22, 2010
- in Gardening by Alexis Rodrigo
The Benefits of Low Water-Use Garden Plants
To conserve water, some gardeners are turning to low water-use or drought-tolerant plants. There are many environmental benefits to this approach to gardening that combines water conservation with beautiful landscaping. Let’s take a look at what is meant by low water-use plants, what kinds of plants there are in this category, and the specific benefits.
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September 21, 2010
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
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Smart, Eco-Friendly Ways to Redecorate Your Home
Do you have some reservations about redecorating your home in an eco-friendly way? Maybe you think it only involves earth-colored paint and dim lighting. Or maybe you’re concerned about the cost. Here’s good news for you: eco-friendly redecorating can be beautiful, adapts to your personal taste, and affordable. Here are some ideas:
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September 20, 2010
- in Uncategorized by Alexis Rodrigo
How to Make your Old Water Heater more Energy-Efficient
Sure, we’d all like to install an amazing, energy-efficient water heating system in our homes, but that isn’t always doable. Constraints on time, space and money can inhibit your efforts in this regard, but thankfully there are some things you can do to improve the efficiency of your existing water heater. Here are some ways […]
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