Strategies for Waste-Free Gift Wrapping

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The true story behind Groundhog Day

This year, as poor Punxsutawney Phil is hoisted into the air to divine our future weather, you might find yourself wondering how on earth this became a “thing”. The modern Groundhog Day holiday is based on ancient celebrations of the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, prompted by the early signs of spring. But the holiday’s origins are much weirder than that, and they involve a wood-gathering witch, a Roman hedgehog, and a whole lot of candles. Read the rest of The true story behind Groundhog Day Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: Brighid , Brigid , Brigit , Cailleach , candlemas , groundhog day , groundhog day origins , groundhog day tradition , groundhogs day , hedgehog groundhog day , history behind candlemas , history of groundhogs day , Imbolc , Imbolc groundhogs day , Phil groundhog , predicting winter , Punxsutawney Phil , Punxsutawney Phil groundhog , roman hedgehog day , Saint Brigid , spring equinox , where does candlemas come from , where does groundhogs day come from , winter solstice

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DIY: Sweet plantable valentines made from recycled paper

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SunZia wins federal OK for 515-mile wind energy transmission line

The SunZia Southwest Transmission Project just passed its final environmental review by the Interior Department’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The proposed 515-mile transmission line could be used to carry any type of electricity, but project managers promise the focus will be on wind and solar resources of Arizona and New Mexico. The Record of Decision (ROD) carrying the approval is the culmination of a 7-year effort by SunZia. Read the rest of SunZia wins federal OK for 515-mile wind energy transmission line Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: “clean energy” , “solar energy” , “wind power” , alternative energy , approval , Arizona , construction , energy line , energy transmission line , Environment , jobs , keystone xl , New Mexico , Projects , Solar Power , sunzia , transcanada , u.s. bureau of land management , u.s. southwest , wind energy

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7 tips for celebrating a greener and more budget-friendly holiday

“It’s the MOST wonderful time of the year ,” sings Andy Williams in my head, usually when I’m looking for a parking space at the grocery store, way in the back. But the singing is not always sarcastic in my head and I know that for my young children, each day of December holds the promise of something holiday related. Unfortunately, while Christmas can bring out the best in our giving spirits , it can also be a nightmare of consumerism at its worst and the packaging, wrappings, and trappings of holiday celebrations both small and large make it even worse. Fighting the “gimmes” with children at this time of year can be hard, especially when Santa is supposedly able to bring anything your child’s heart desires. Read on to learn how you can you make the holidays a little greener for the planet, a little kinder for everyone, and little lighter on your wallet. Read the rest of 7 tips for celebrating a greener and more budget-friendly holiday Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: angel tree , budget , budget christmas , budget holiday , Chanukah , Charity , charity gifts , Christmas , christmas holiday , christmas holidays , decoration , decorations , diy decorations , gift giving , gifts , gingerbread , gingerbread houses , green christmas , green holiday , green xmas , hanukkah , Holiday , holiday on a budget , holiday season , holidays , kindness , Kwanzaa , lights , outdoor lights , patience , presents , solstice , time with family , winter solstice , Xmas , xmas holidays , Yule

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Pearl Izumi’s new headquarters blends into the rocky landscape of Colorado

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Pearl Izumi’s new headquarters blends into the rocky landscape of Colorado