Category Archives: environment

New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on January 1, 2020 by

I am not a person who makes New Year’s resolutions – mostly because it feels cliché. I do try, though, throughout the year to do things that will make me a better person, that will impact others, and that matter. … Continue reading →

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rethink!

Posted on October 15, 2019 by

When I first began this blog in 2011, I had a few goals in mind. I wanted to share my passion for thrift shopping for a variety of reasons: support for charity, support for volunteerism, keeping things out of the … Continue reading →

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The Laundry, The Laundry!

Posted on January 28, 2017 by

Anyone remember that great Charlotte Diamond song about the laundry? So fun. I actually don’t mind doing laundry all that much although if someone invented clothes that would put themselves away after they’ve been washed, that would be awesome. I … Continue reading →

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Reclaim Mending

Posted on August 31, 2016 by

I’ve blogged about my lovely friend Anna-Marie before. Anna is one of the most authentic people I know, someone who truly tries to live her life with as small a footprint as possible. She has tried to live out her … Continue reading →

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A Peace Minded Traveler

Posted on January 16, 2016 by

Today I want to introduce you to one of my favourite people, a friend and fellow writer and someone who always challenges me as he challenges the norms of society. Aiden Enns is the founder and editor of an award-winning … Continue reading →

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Sustainable Festivities

Posted on March 21, 2015 by

One of the events that our family will never miss is the MCC Festival for World Relief held each year in Abbotsford in September. This huge event has auctions, crafts booths, and garage sales. There’s a children’s area (and kids … Continue reading →

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Resolution Update

Posted on February 28, 2015 by

So, remember that New Year’s Resolution? (I mean mine, not yours. You can stop feeling guilty now.) I resolved to do something about waste: create less and bring less into my house. So I thought I’d update you on how … Continue reading →

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Living Frugally

Posted on January 2, 2015 by

When you think of a thrift lifestyle, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Is it shopping at a thrift shop, looking for great deals on things you need or things you simply want? Is it about looking for … Continue reading →

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Petty Thrift

Posted on January 26, 2013 by

I am not a pet person. We grew up living in an apartment and so we were limited with the kinds of pets we could have. My sister and I had budgies. When we moved into a rental house it … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Thrifty Resolutions

Posted on January 4, 2013 by

The best New Year’s resolution that I ever made – and the only one I’ve kept – was to volunteer at a local thrift shop. I’ve been going almost weekly to the MCC Abby East Thrift Shop in Abbotsford for… … Continue reading →

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