Archive for the ‘Sustainable Living’ Category
The Role of South Florida Physical Therapy in Senior Wellness
Whether it's managing chronic pain, improving mobility, or preventing falls, physical therapy offers tailored solutions for a better quality of life.... more
Sustainable Pet-friendly Living
It’s possible to lead a sustainable life together with your furry friends if you know how to go about it.... more
How to Start a Green Team at Your School
You’ve finally decided your school needs an Eco-messiah, and you’re looking into starting a green team, but you don’t know where to start? ... more
30 Day Declutter Challenge
By ERIN TURNER- February is my month for some serious decluttering--but doing a whole house can be overwhelming. So why not break it down by room?... more
The State of the Jungle
By PAUL WHEATON - The more stuff I create and post online, the more people need to give me their feedback. Just reading their feedback is bigger than a full time job. ... more
Inexpensive Trick for Fresh New Holiday Decor
By ERIN TURNER-I’ve discovered a new little trick for giving my décor some new life while not spending very much money.... more
Swords, Iron, Missoula Blood and Pie
By PAUL WHEATON - Turns out I have too much iron in my blood and it's leading to exhaustion. So I get the idea of just donating blood to see if I then feel supercharged. ... more
The Birth of a Pumpkin Patch
By ERIN TURNER - What began 7 years ago out of frustration and desperation has turned into an incredible experience and a blessing for our family...The Turner Farms' Pumpkin Patch. ... more
Jumping Spiders and Daddy Longlegs in Your House Keep Away Brown Recluse
By PAUL WHEATON - This video is of a jumping spider that found its way onto my monitor. I used to kill all spiders, but here's why I don't anymore.... more
Residential Water Conservation
Conserving water in your home is much easier than you think. By taking just a few simple steps, you can save water and decrease your water bill!... more
Managing Screen Time For Kids
By ERIN TURNER - The tech world is here and it’s going to stay--despite thoughts from parents that it might just be passing fad. So how do you manage electronic devices for kids?... more
Struggles, Hurdles, Challenges and Observation
By PAUL WHEATON - I'm not yet of retirement age, but I suppose I could say that I am retired .... from being a software engineer. Sorta. ... more
The Great Debate: School Bedtime During the Summer
By ERIN TURNER-There's a debate amongst parents about how to handle the last days of summer with their school aged children. What time is bed time?... more
Beat The Heat Roll-Up Snack
By ERIN TURNER - We had friends visiting and their son has Juvenile Diabetes so I wanted to be sure I had appropriate food and snacks for him. Here's one that fits the bill and beats the heat:... more
Installation of Ybarra’s Public Art Sculpture Underway at Silver Park
Construction of the new public art piece for Silver Park, George Ybarra’s sculpture “Perseverance and Passage,” has begun.... more
Somewhere Beyond Lewistown
By ERIN TURNER - Somewhere beyond Lewistown, MT is the heart of “Nowhere” in a quaint little town called Winnett, Montana.... more
Quest for Land: My Advice for Permies and Homesteaders
Part 3 of 3
By PAUL WHEATON - I want to grow the future of permaculture. Not just with my ideas, but with 20 different artisans in seed and soil. Each permie would have their own vision for what is “best”.... more
Saving Money on Your Summer Vacation
By ERIN TURNER - Here are some tips for making lifelong memories on your summer vacation without breaking the bank.... more
Organizing Gift Cards in a Binder
By ERIN TURNER - I love gift cards, but I hate when I unexpectedly find myself in a restaurant and realize I've left the gift card for that restaurant at home in the drawer. ... more
Quest for Land: My Advice for Permies and Homesteaders Part 2 of 3
By PAUL WHEATON - When it came to picking a piece of land, I have a powerful bias. I just love Missoula, Montana. Someday I want to be able to say that I grow a lemon tree, outdoors, in Montana.... more
Rage Quit? Throw a Fit? You Might Regret it.
By CHERY SABOL - A RESOUNDING RESIGNATION, afire with sturm und drang, can be momentarily satisfying, but damaging for years to come. ... more
Quest for Land: My Advice for Permies and Homesteaders Part 1 of 3
By PAUL WHEATON -Decades ago I was obsessed with gardening and outgrew my urban lot. I needed more space. Not only for my horticultural endeavors, but I needed to expand into all sorts of animals.... more
Recipes to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
By ERIN TURNER - Despite not having a drop of Mexican heritage in my blood, I still love celebrating Cinco De Mayo. Here are 5 of my favorite Cinco de Mayo recipes.... more
Frugal and Delicious: Homemade Refried Beans
By ERIN TURNER - With Cinco de Mayo right around the corner, why not some try my recipe for simple, delicious, homemade refried beans. ... more
Prepare for the Fair: Workshops Available for the April 21 Career Fair
Western Montana’s Largest Career Fair happens only once a year. With close to 100 employers looking for workers, it’s worth it to prepare now for the April 21 event.... more
How To Save Money While Stocking Your Pantry
By ERIN TURNER - People ask us all the time for advice on how to stock up on essential pantry items. They assume we have a Costco membership and buy everything in bulk.... more
Kid Approved, Homemade Cheese Crackers Recipe
By ERIN TURNER - In today's world of overly processed food, I love showing the kids how to make homemade and healthy snacks. Here's my recipe for homemade Cheese-Its Crackers.... more
DIRECTV Partners with Easter Seals-Goodwill to Collect Donations and Electronic Waste
Here's a FREE and EASY way keep your non-hazardous computer/electronics out of the Landfill: Dropoff On March 28 from 10 am-4pm at DIRECT TV.... more
Celebrating St. Paddy’s Day with Homemade Irish Pasties
By ERIN TURNER- As the great granddaughter of an Irish immigrant, I have to admit my own love of Irish Pasties. It is the perfect meal…meat, potatoes all wrapped up in a flaky crust. ... more
Frugal Gardening Tips
By ERIN TURNER-Planting a garden is one of the best frugal methods of saving money. For just a few dollars, you can raise entire bed of produce which would cost you hundreds in the grocery store. ... more
Another Successful Pantry Challenge
By ERIN TURNER-It’s March. What's that mean? If you ask most, they'll say "March Madness" or St. Paddy's Day. If you ask our boys, they'll exclaim it's the "end of the pantry challenge". YEEHAW!... more
The Best Way to Clean a Kitchen Sink
By ERIN TURNER-My kitchen sink is a work horse. It takes a beating almost every day. So I rely on a super dependable, result-guaranteed method of cleaning my porcelain sink.... more
Rocket Mass Heaters: The Absurdly Efficient, Cheap, and Comfortable Way to Heat Your Home
By PAUL WHEATON - So what’s the big deal? Well, Rocket Mass Heaters are one of the most sustainable and affordable heat sources in the world! ... more
DIY Pantry: Homemade Condiments are Healthy and Frugal
By ERIN TURNER- I recently taught a class called “Homemade Instead” where we talked about making things at home instead of purchasing them commercially--including condiments.... more
Soup: The Frugal Friendly Meal
By ERIN TURNER- Soup is one of those dishes which I don’t think receives enough credit. It's easy, frugal, freezes well and is nutritious. And, it's perfect for the pantry challenge.... more
Benefits of a Pantry Challenge
By ERIN TURNER- If the idea of cleaning up and eating up your pantry appeals to you then you are ready for a Pantry Challenge! ... more
Frugal Diamond Ring Cleaner
By ERIN TURNER- Here is a quick, easy and frugal way to clean diamond rings at home!... more
Fire and Ice–Wildland Firefighting Recruitment Begins Mid-Winter
By CHERY SABOL - If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to explore work as a wildland firefighter this summer, hopefully another resolution was to not procrastinate.... more
Restoring Household Order
By ERIN TURNER- This last week I spent packing up the Christmas decorations, cleaning the house after all the holiday parties and of course, hitting all the after Christmas clearance sales.... more
Couponing in 2015
By ERIN TURNER- While I still am passionate about saving money and getting the very best deal available, how I save money looks different than it did 5 years ago. ... more
After Christmas Savings Ideas
By ERIN TURNER- Afraid you've missed all post-Christmas sales? Not to worry. There are still many good sales opportunities and over the next two weeks the sales will get better and better.... more
The Dark Side of Native Plant Enthusiasm
By PAUL WHEATON - What’s wrong with native plants? The problem has nothing to do with advocating for native plants, but in advocating against all other plants – not just for oneself, but for all people.... more
Roundup of Christmas Savings Ideas
By ERIN TURNER- I’ve compiled a list of various blogs/websites which provide some fantastic ideas on how to be frugal while still getting the most out of the holidays! ... more
Did you Just Should on Me?
By PAUL WHEATON - The word “should” is seriously embedded in our culture and habits. And I think it is possible that it may have slightly different meanings for different people. ... more
Simple Homemade Caramel Sauce
By ERIN TURNER- Every Christmas I like to make homemade gifts for family and friends. This year I am excited to be making up batches of Homemade Caramel Sauce. It's Heavenly!... more
Infecting Brains with Permaculture 52 Cards at a Time
By PAUL WHEATON - When I give gifts, rather than giving people stuff that they might like, I tend to give them things that I like them to have. Check out this gift idea:... more
New Money Saving App–FAVADO!
By ERIN TURNER- I recently discovered FAVADO--an app that can save you both TIME and MONEY--and just in time for the holiday shopping season! ... more
Capitalism, Gift Economy, and Prices That Are Too Damn High
By PAUL WHEATON - My feeble understanding of capitalism is that I can work super hard for a year, save up all my money and then live without working for several years.... more
Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Recipe
By ERIN TURNER- If you have kids, then you know that Ranch Dip has far surpassed ketchup in the world of condiments. Here's my recipe for Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing.... more
Reconditioning and Re-Purposing Old Shoes
By ERIN TURNER- Imagine my delight recently when I discovered this adorable pair of Converse tennis shoes in my son’s size at a Missoula Thrift Store. I paid $3 bucks, and check em out!... more