Using Less Baggies For Packed Meals?
When packing lunch for my daughter I used the unbleached natural waxed paper bags also (as Meredith posted). The brand is Natural Value. I get them at Whole Foods. They actually worked for almost everything except liquids or liquidy stuff. I put sandwiches...
Using Sun Lamps During Winter Months?
If you want to use it to fight the winter blahs or SADD then search for light boxes - they provide a substitute for the sun that we all miss during the winter. The usual recommendation is about 15-30 min a day. If you are looking for sun replacement for plants...
Creative Ways To Live Green?
CFL (compact fluorescent light) bulbs + turning off/on the lights as I leave or enter a room equaled a significant reduction in energy use and consequently in my electric bill. I really enjoyed that!! Walk, public transportation, bicycle, walk.... when ever...
Things To Do Near XL Center (Hartford, CT)?
I grew up in the area and its been awhile but Ill try... the first thing that pops into my head is the Christmas lights display at Constitution Plaza. That usually has its official start on Thanksgiving weekend (I think Friday). Its pretty and from what Ive...
