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 Rain gardens and rain barrels help capture and reuse water in the garden. Water wise features gain in popularity.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 14, 2012

You’ve seen the ads on television, in magazines, an at the mall. “ Love the Earth ” by replacing your t-shirts with new designer-brand organic cotton ones! It’s about reducing, reusing, repurposing, recycling, and regifting – not shopping. Go Green ” by purchasing this reusable bag!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Pay attention to expiration dates by organizing your pantry and freezer so that the oldest food is in front. Instead of paying for television programming, view free TV or cheap movies on Netflix (or maybe even read a real book!). A good deal on a big bag of fresh lettuce isn’t thrifty if you can’t use it up before it rots.

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2013

Organic cotton disposables from Huggies. Not only do they still get thrown away, but now organic cotton is being harvested to make something that gets used just a single time. Reuse and repurpose. Buy solidly made goods that will last a long time, can be reused for other purposes, or can be rebuilt when broken.

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Consumerism Environmental Movement Green Reuse 183