Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Our yards have truly become one of the most important parts of our homes,” says Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation and its parent organization the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). “As Raised garden beds eliminate the need to kneel to tend or view plants. Say goodbye to bland yards and parks.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2012

The email was adamant that pumps were overcharging for gasoline because the total amount didn’t really match up to the price times the number of gallons. My Gasoline Ripoff Non-Scientific Test. Container Garden Beginnings My husband and I have planned to start our first container garden this year. Only 1 day left.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 17, 2012

Since the 2008 recession, many people have rediscovered the savings, joys and health benefits of locally grown food – whether you have a backyard garden, participate in a community garden or shop at the local farmer’s market. You save money on gasoline (assuming fewer trips to the store).

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 7, 2013

found that residential car washing led to numerous pollutants being released each year into their storm sewer system, including 190 gallons of gasoline, diesel and motor oil; 400 pounds of phosphorus and nitrogen; and 60 pounds of ammonia. A study by the City of Federal Way, Wash.,

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2014

The average home size in America was around 1100 square feet. Most of us did not have air conditioned homes. Our home was heated with a coal stove. There were no day care centers – women stayed home and raised the kids. Working from home usually meant selling stuff door to door. People cooked and ate at home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Go hiking and camping and show them the beauty of the outdoors (and teach them to leave trails and campsites better than when you arrived) Plant a garden with your children to give them a tangible example of how much fun growing your own food and eating healthy can be!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

If you own a home and have landscaped with juniper, arborvitae, spruce, pine or cedar, don’t let the bagworms cost you a fortune. The cost is a bit of your time and possibly a few bucks to buy some kerosene or gasoline or other lighter fluid. I’ve seen it happen to my neighbors. How did you handle the situation? Go Green'

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