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Do you live in an urban area or on a college campus where your typical day-to-day routine doesn’t require a car? A car sharing service might be just the ticket if you only need occasional wheels…
There’s nothing better than a hot cup of tea (especially on a cold or rainy day). Tea kettles and pots come in all shapes and sizes with various features. From classic cast iron kettles to fancy electric ones with all the bells and whistles (literally). Which kettle is your cup of tea?…
Are you committed to a vegan diet and earth-friendly practices, but just can’t find the time to meet those goals? Consider a vegan food delivery service…
Tired of serving your family out-of-the-box meals every evening? Frozen lasagna and mac ‘n cheese can only go so far before your natives get restless! You want your family to have fresh and healthy meals every night, but are you just too busy to pull it all together? That’s where a booming trend can come to your rescue. Meal delivery services like Blue Apron, Hello Fresh and Plated are popping up everywhere, and for many families they deliver what they promise — fresh, easy-to-prepare, healthy dishes for all kinds of tastes…
Geckos are a unique variety of lizard known for the more than 2,000 species found worldwide. While geckos thrive in warm and tropical habitats and have for approximately fifty million years, these diverse lizards are popular pets. Let’s get to know the most common gecko species kept as pets. These include the giant day gecko, the white-lined gecko, the Central American banded gecko, the Madagascar Ocelot gecko and more…
Have you run out of time to shop for your sister’s birthday? Or maybe you need to send a sympathy sentiment to a friend who lives across the country? Shopping for a gift basket online is an easy way to satisfy your gifting needs for many different occasions like new baby arrivals, thank you’s, congratulations, illnesses and many more of life’s events. And there are hundreds of gift basket companies to choose from. Where do you start…
When my family and I rented a house in the Virgin Islands several years ago, I was surprised that the rental owners (and most island residents) rely on rainwater for a large part of their water supply. It made me realize that many of us neglect rain as a fundamental natural resource that we can collect on our own, rather than solely relying on treated water reserves. Here’s how you can become a home rain harvester…
Save yourself from the afternoon snack attack with a healthier alternative! You’ve probably heard of these healthy food subscription boxes while listening to Pandora. Or maybe you’ve even received a coupon for a free organic snack box in a recent mail package. I’ve tried a couple of them and have been pleased with my experience. So if you struggle with those 2 pm food cravings and find yourself wandering over to the vending machine or craving snacks on the go, then a monthly healthy snack box may be a good idea for you. You could even have your healthy food subscription box shipped directly to your office. Read on to learn more about our top picks, pros and cons and pricing for each…
Tired of high electric bills? Worried about the impact of CO2 emissions on our environment? Look no further than that big ball of energy in the sky. Did you know homeowners save an average of $1,000 per year on electricity by installing rooftop solar panels? With multiple financing options and the cost of utilizing solar energy continuing to decline, your choices for an affordable switch-over to solar are better than ever…
Whenever I have an ailment or issue, I typically find there’s an essential oil that can help me. Whether I’m trying to create a relaxing environment to sleep in or get rid of a pesky headache, I often find an essential oil can do the trick…
You can use essential oils in various ways, but one of the most common ways is through a diffuser. Diffusers are commonly used in bedrooms, offices, yoga studios, spas and more…
Want to rid your lawn chores of gas fumes and pull cords? An electric lawn mower could be the perfect solution, especially if you’re committed to being as environmentally friendly as possible. In years past, electric mowers haven’t really cut it power-wise. But many of today’s models sport enough juice to do your yard justice. Read on for our best electric lawn mower reviews and to learn which products we recommend…
