Last Minute Holiday Gifts for Greener Holidays!
December 21st, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
If you have the procrastination gene (you know who you are!) then this weekend is your moment to shine. You [&hellip
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Holiday Energy-Saving Tips
December 4th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
The holidays are almost here, and can be both a joyous and financially stressful time. With cooler weather, more time [&hellip
Eco-Conscious Tips for Last-Minute Holiday Prep
December 19th, 2016 | by TerraCycle
Sustainability focused last-minute holiday prep ideas for shopping, gifting, and wrapping from TerraCycle!
Permaculture: a new Christmas tradition for my family
December 24th, 2012 | by Scott Cooney
Families have all sorts of traditions for the holidays. This year, I’d like to suggest starting a new one that [&hellip
5 Vegan Holiday Pies
December 23rd, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
5 delectable vegan holiday pies to tantalize your tongue
10 Eco-Friendly Holiday Card Ideas
December 21st, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Plantable and recycled holiday cards to green your gift-giving this year
Warning: Christmas Habits That Cause Heart Attack
December 19th, 2011 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
Christmas is just 5 days away and I guess most of you are very excited already. But did you know that December and January are the months posing the highest risk for heart disease, and many of the delights of the season are in fact great dangers for people with coronary artery disease (CAD). You may think that this information does not concern you, but think again if you are over 45 years, have sugar diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or have had heart attacks in the family. Many people with coronary artery disease are not aware of their condition. It is important to know that heart attack strikes even without previous symptoms
10 Holiday Gifts You Can Make
December 16th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
10 Holiday Gifts to make this year, with extra love
The Handmade and Upcycled Christmas Gift Guide 2012
December 14th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
2012 Gift Guide for Handmade and Upcycled Gifts
Health and Wellness Gift Basket Ideas
December 13th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
While commercials would have you believe that big box department stores hold the key to happiness the truth is that happiness is found in simplicity. Sometimes a collection of quite common items can become a fabulously indulgent present. Here are some delicious, fun and useful products to go in a health and wellness gift basket your loved ones are sure to enjoy
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