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Today’s post comes from my dear friend, Nicole. Nicole and I met in high school but it wasn’t until 2006, when we unknowingly signed up for a study abroad program in Kenya together, that our friendship truly blossomed. On that trip, I learned that Nicole is an earth angel. I don’t use that term lightly.…
The definition of a capsule wardrobe changes slightly depending on who you ask, but the basic principle is the same. A capsule wardrobe is about simplicity and practicality. Rather than having closets and dressers full of cheap clothing and shoes that you hardly wear, you have a small “capsule collection” of well-made, practical clothing that…
What is Sustainability? Sustainability is the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance. A sustainable lifestyle focuses on living a life that creates the smallest environmental impact possible. In other words: use less resources; create less waste; treat the environment better. People are overwhelmed by the idea of…
It’s been nearly a month since my last garden post, so it’s time for an update and some progress shots. We had a big spinach harvest two weeks ago and a big romaine harvest last week. Both were delicious. It’s quickly become obvious that if we ever intend to be “food” self-sufficient, even just for…
I’ve been meaning to make a post about my thoughts on food for awhile now. I talk about food a lot — both here on the blog & in my every day life. It’s a topic that I am truly passionate about. When it comes to food, I am a huge advocate of local, sustainable,…
This month, we completed the installation of our new wood-burning stove. This is one of our first, and most important, steps toward sustainable living. Wood-burning stoves are one of the most energy efficient and environmentally-friendly ways to heat the home. Wood burners outperform both solar panels and ground source heat pumps. The type of stove…
I am definitely a “goals” person, if there is such a thing. If there is any hope of getting yourself to where you want to be, you must have a map (A PLAN). And if you’re going to create a map, then you obviously need a destination (A GOAL). I set goals for myself all…
Trees are sanctuaries. Whoever knows how to speak to them, whoever knows how to listen to them, can learn the truth. They do not preach learning and precepts, they preach, undeterred by particulars, the ancient law of life. —Hermann Hess On Sunday, I headed into the forest alone to begin my fence-monitoring duties. I didn’t…
Watch this: The Mountain from Terje Sorgjerd on Vimeo. Do this: Demand Sustainably Caught, Harvested, & Created Products Buy Local, Support Farmer’s Markets Recycle Ride a Bike, Take a Bus, Walk Grow Your Own Vegetables Start a Compost Pile Educate Yourself Use Reusable Shopping Bags Practice Minimalism Remember this: Only when the last tree has…