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September 24, 2010

How to Raise a Minimalist Child

There is a growing trend toward raising children in a minimalist way — that is, without accumulating massive amounts of “stuff” — but it is still an uphill climb. When you choose to raise your children in a frugal, non-consumerist sort of way, you are going against powerful advertising media. Images of the latest movie […]

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September 22, 2010

The Benefits of Low Water-Use Garden Plants

To conserve water, some gardeners are turning to low water-use or drought-tolerant plants. There are many environmental benefits to this approach to gardening that combines water conservation with beautiful landscaping. Let’s take a look at what is meant by low water-use plants, what kinds of plants there are in this category, and the specific benefits.

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