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Beeswax wraps: A practical guide + LOONMOON review
A practical swap: Are beeswax wraps worth it? The problem: The hidden cost of convenience Plastic wrap is one of those kitchen staples most of us use without a second thought—until we start noticing just how often it shows up. Cover a bowl, wrap a sandwich, store some leftovers – it adds up quickly. And unfortunately plastic wrap is hard to recycle thanks to food residue and its thin, clingy design, so most of it ends up in landfill. Beyond the waste, there’s also growing awareness around plastics and microplastics—not just in the environment, but in our food and bodies—which makes those small, everyday choices feel a bit more important.…
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9 Ways to Use Your Voice for Climate Action
Earth Day 2026 is just around the corner and this year’s theme is Our Power, Our Planet which is about the power we all have as individuals to make a difference. With that in mind, this week I’m looking at 9 ways to use your voice for climate action. Sometimes the world can make us feel small, but we are truly more powerful than we realize and our voices do make a difference. Use your voice for climate action Our Power, Our Planet is Earth Day 2026’s theme reflecting a fundamental truth: environmental progress doesn’t depend on any single administration or election. It’s sustained by daily actions of communities, educators,…
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6 Red Flags to Look Out for when Selling Items Online
I’ve been helping a friend downsize recently, which has resulted in a lot of online sales of their belongings. Selling things online has a lot of benefits, but it can also open us up to potential scams and people that are up to no good. I’ve seen a lot of good and bad behaviours over this last while, so am sharing some of the red flags I’ve been looking out for when selling my items online. Why I love selling items online Selling items online might not be for everyone, but I love doing it for so many reasons. Here are a few of them: 1. Stretch your budget –…
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9 surprising ways everyday life impacts the environment
We all like to think we’ve got a pretty good handle on how our everyday choices affect the environment. It often feels simple: some things are “good,” others are “bad.” Reusable bags? Good. Plastic? Bad. Eating plant-based? Better. Driving? Worse. But it’s not always that straightforward. Some choices that feel eco-friendly can come with hidden environmental costs, while other small, overlooked actions can actually make a bigger difference than we realize. That gap between what we think helps and what actually does is worth investigating so that we can continue to positively impact the world around us. Surprising things that may have a net harmful effect on the environment Surprising…
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What you need to know about World Water Day and how to participate
Every year on March 22, people around the world mark World Water Day—a day dedicated to recognizing the value of freshwater and the challenges surrounding access to it. With World Water Day just around the corner, I am exploring what it is and which theme the UN has chosen for 2026. What is World Water Day? World Water Day is observed every year on March 22 and has been recognized as a United Nations observance since 1993. The annual event highlights the importance of freshwater and raises awareness about global water challenges. Each year, UN-Water selects a theme and leads the global campaign, coordinating a task force that helps plan…
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20 Budget-friendly Easter activities to do with kids
Easter is a time my family and I always enjoy celebrating together. Over the years we’ve tried many fun Easter activities for kids, from dyeing eggs to baking special holiday treats. As my kids are getting older, some of our traditions have changed, but we still love finding simple ways to celebrate the season and spend time together. I especially enjoy activities that are low-waste, budget-friendly, and easy to do at home. Many of the best Easter memories come from simple traditions like baking, crafting, decorating eggs, and getting outside in the spring sunshine. In this list, I’m sharing a few Easter activities our family already loves, along with some…
