September 2009

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12 Green and Frugal Lessons from my Mom

by Maya

Photo by Ikhlasul Amal As I try to simplify my life, spend less and focus more on sustainability, I am often reminded of the way my mom used to do things. We’ve come full circle, in a number of ways. It seems like every new thing we do to save money or the planet was [...]

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8 Ways to Pursue a Lifetime of Learning

by Tsh

Photo from sxc.hu Sure, most of us want to be intelligent, well-rounded, informed people with an interesting opinion and an ability to conduct an adult conversation. But sometimes that’s hard when your days mostly involve diaper changes, Goodnight Moon, and Charlie and Lola. As a student in school, it’s easy to learn new stuff — [...]

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Everything You Need to Know About Twitter… and tons more

by Tsh

This giveaway is now closed.  Check back soon for the winners! My lovely friend Alli Worthington (@alliworthington) just released her e-book this week, The Smart Girl’s Guide to Twitter.  And if anyone should write this book, it’s Alli.  She knows social media — and Twitter in particular — better than anyone I know. I use [...]

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11 Great Digital Tools for Home Life

by Tsh

Photo by Johan Larsson It’s been well over a year since I first wrote about the digital, paperless tools I use to be more efficient around the home.  It’s time for an update. It’s easy to feel absolultely overwhelmed when you look for a tool or useful website online.  There are hundreds of choices, and [...]

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3 Sleep Strategies for a Well-Rested Mom

by Lisa

Photo by Rudy Eng If there is one issue that every mother I know shares, it is the difficulty of getting adequate sleep. Feeling rested, energized and ready for the day is a wishful thought for most of us. Because of the hours we sleep, and because the amount we’re wakened during the night feel [...]

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How to Clean Your Hair Without Shampoo

by Tsh

Right now, I just may gross you out when I tell you something: I haven’t used shampoo or conditioner in three months. Please don’t unsubscribe to this site. Truly, I haven’t touched a bottle of either, and I don’t plan on using them anytime in the foreseeable future. My hair is as clean as a [...]

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Finding the Balance of Mind and Body at Home

by Tsh

Photo by Antifama Have you ever had those days when your body is exhausted from activity, but your brain is mush from lack of stimulation?  If you’re a mom, you’ve been there. There’s only so much intellect that’s sparked when you read George and Martha for the eleven-thousandth time.  Yet breastfeeding every hour and changing [...]

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