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Go ‘Green’ in Your Home {Guest Post}

Monica Parlee — Tue, 03 Dec 2013 17:19:13 +0000

We have had it drummed into our conscience that we should all be trying to find ways to save the planet, accepting responsibility for this world we all live in. Some might think that recycling or switching off appliances is not going to make that big a difference, but this, combined with the use of […]

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What Can I Do With All That Gift Wrap Paper?? {LivingGreen}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 01:26:20 +0000

Christmas will soon be here ..4 more sleeps!! Are you wondering what you will do with all that wrapping paper? Photo attribution: AussieGold (CC) You can carefully remove it and then reuse it…let’s face it; this probably won’t be happening on Christmas morning!! Unless it’s the kind that has foil or some kind of waxy lining, most paper, including gift wrap […]

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Green plants help to recycle and freshen the air you breath all winter long {Living Green}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 04:05:47 +0000

Tip # 56 Invest in green plants to keep in the living room, the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom - Photo credit – tomhenrich flickr (CC) Green plants help to recycle and freshen the air you breath all winter long. Once your home is sealed, you need the plants to help remove toxins and stale air. […]

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10 Tips for a Greener Fall (and Winter) {Living Green}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 05:00:52 +0000

Photo credit – Muffinman 71xx (CC) I’ve been searching the web for some green tips for the fall and have come up with 10 great tips to share: When putting away your summer clothing, check to see if there is anything you can recycle for rags or to donate, also when buying new clothes why […]

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Meet Norman, Eco-warrior!! {Living Green}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 03:01:59 +0000

Meet Norman. He’s not your everyday housecat. Little by little he’s helping to save our oceans. Learn more about Norman and his mission at http://www.wwf.ca/seafood. **{I was sent this video via the WWF, I’m not plugging Loblaws, just the cause!}

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Find a Household Hazardous Waste & Computer Recycling program in your area {Living Green}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 29 Sep 2012 03:01:24 +0000

Most areas of Canada and the United States have a Household Hazardous Waste & Computer Recycling program; ours is this week-end. Below are the details what you can recycle at a program near me, to find out about a program near you simply Google: Household Hazardous Waste & Computer Recycling program/your city Household Hazardous Waste […]

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Don’t throw it out, recycle your dehumidifier water! {#LivingGreen}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 28 Jul 2012 05:00:07 +0000

Tip # 55 Recycle collected dehumidifier water! We have a dehumidifier and during the summer months we empty the collection reservoir of several litres of water daily. Instead of dumping it down the drain, we use the water to water the garden and potted plants. My sister over at Oak Lawn Images and Myotonic Dystrophy – Our […]

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LIVING GREEN – Save water by setting up a self-irrigation system in your container plants

Monica Parlee — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 03:01:02 +0000

Tip # 54 Make a simple self-irrigating water system Are you like me and keep forgetting to water your container vegetables, herbs and flowers? I also hate when the water runs over the top and out the bottom…what a waste of water! Well, I found this simple solution online at Earth911.com. It’s a simple […]

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Make some popsicle stick garden markers {LIVING GREEN -Tips}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 03:01:26 +0000

Tip # 53 Make some popsicle stick garden markers! The hot, humid days of summer mean we’re all eating icy treats to help stay cool. You could definitely compost those wooden sticks, but better still, why not save those sticks for reuse in your garden and then compost them down the road. To use your throw-aways to make customized […]

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Toilet Tissue rolls for your garden? {LIVING GREEN – Tips}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 03:01:13 +0000

#52 Toilet Tissue rolls for your garden? This tip may be a little late for this years gardens but it was so great I wanted to share it with you. Be sure to keep it in mind for next spring. To make your own biodegradable mini-planter (that’s right, no transplanting!), you will need scissors and […]

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