Category: sustainable living
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Black Cat.
Black Cats are much maligned in our fairy tale books. But what will really happen if a black cat crosses my path? Not much I imagine. I have occasionally seen a black cat here. But only out of the corner of my eye. He is not my cat. He looks very well fed (probably on…
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So now what? (Take 2)
I try to have an environmentally sustainable answer for every household conundrum. But what to do with old socks. I am still in California. And more than ready to get back to the farm. Especially on these days when my grandchildren are with their mother. So I am sorting socks. A huge bag of them.…
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Stylish and Sun-Safe. The Power of The Hat.
A simple and effective way to protect your face from the sun, get less wrinkles, regulate your temperature, avoid the squint and mitigate the risk of skin cancer. Wear your hat! I am NOT kidding. I never ever go out into sunlight without my hat. And sunblock is so full of chemicals. Did you know…
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“A Week of no Lights in Your Home?”
Are you looking to save on electricity bills, collect a carbon co-pay or simply want to experience a different ambiance at home? Living without lights can be an intriguing challenge. I am into my Fifth Day of the self imposed light ban in the house. I am doing it because I simply love to challenge…
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The Case Against Lists
WaiWai was able to open the feed store door yesterday and politely stood with his head inside the door waiting for me to stop mucking about with hoses and “get on with feeding time already!” He has an enormous capacity for waiting. He doesn’t lie down to wait like all the other pigs. He waits…
The Kitchen's Garden 