Hydration is important. I am sure of the fact that you do not need me to tell you that. But, if you are going to keep hydrated, do it right and do it in style! I want to share with you some of my favorite hydrating containers, as I like to call them (mostly because...
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Renewable energy is a major concern in everyday living. People are constantly debating how they can “go green” and live a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle. But breaking down the basics is often missed, so we’ve done it for you: Chances are that you have the opportunity to support the growth of some or many of these...
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Even if you do not like doing it, keeping your space clean is a necessity. You feel better, you stay healthier when you keep things clean, and friends and family can enjoy your space when you invite them over. Since I am a bit of a neat-freak (especially when it comes to keeping open spaces...
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There has been new research released by Michigan State University that shows how changing some of your everyday decisions can collectively reduce U.S. household CO2 emissions by about 20% per year. One of the highlights of this report is the types of changes each household can make to help improve the environment. They are...
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Do you have a green thumb? Or perhaps you are like me and don’t have an ounce of gardening capability in your entire body. Either way, here are some great tips for easy gardening in small spaces, like your apartment balcony or patio. I do not like to garden. However, I do...
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There is something about being able to open my windows that makes me want to clean my apartment from top to bottom. Maybe it’s the smell of fresh air and budding leaves and flowers that does it. The spring air smells so good I want to bring it right into my living...
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Apartment dwellers have an unique opportunity for compost. Since most of us do not have traditional yards, we can use the compost soil for house plants or balcony gardens. You can store compost inside in specially-made bins as seen, or in cheaper homemade bins (as seen below). Those working in the horticultural industry have developed...
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The easiest and best way to go about bettering the environment is simply by using stuff you already have to create something new. There’s no need to create a whole new wheel when you’re able to just patch it. Save money on apartment decor by re-purposing your finds! Paintings: One of the best things to...
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In my quest for a healthier lifestyle (both physical and emotional), I started researching different food choices that are available to consumers today. The more I read and the more questions I asked, the more I heard the word “organic”. While I had a vague conception of what this word meant, there...
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Recently, it seems we are experiencing a rapid decay in our society. Between the illness of the media, the corruption of corporate America and the decline of our general health and morals as a nation, we have a negative tone constantly looming over our heads. Many people are searching for or promoting...
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