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  Years ago I purchased (yes, new) the cardboard banker's boxes from Costco. I've since moved 4 or 5 times (too often, but that's life), and each time I use the boxes, and then fold them up and store them out of the way. They are easy to fold, and are very durable, I expect them to last for at least 4 or 5 more moves, maybe more (although I hope they won't be my moves!).

  On Ask Umbra on moving boxes posted 4 months, 3 weeks ago 2 Responses

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  I don't see how someone could be "rational and progressive" and then label you a fascist for wanting to conserve energy (no matter how annoying, or not, you happen to be about it). I think Umbra, in this case, is too soft in her answer. While we can all stand to do some "self-reflection," I'd recommend finding a roommate with whom you have more aligned values. Who knows - not living together (and thus not seeing her waste, and getting improperly and rudely called a fascist) might do wonders for your friendship!

  On Ask Umbra on ungreen roommates posted 5 months, 1 week ago 5 Responses

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  @MES - My local coop sells shampoo (not all, but at least the Nature's Gate brand) in bulk, so you can bring in your original shampoo bottle (or a glass jar, or whatever you want), and buy the shampoo and conditioner (also, lotion) in bulk. Cheaper and more environmentally friendly. Check your local coop or health food stores, and if they don't yet do it, ask for it!!!

  I'm curious how Aveda would stack up. I started using their Scalp Benefits style, because it was one of the very few shampoos I have found without SLS, which really irritates my scalp.

  
  One more thing - I know short hair isn't for every person, but it certainly cuts down on my shampoo and conditioner use by a LOT!

  On A sudsy study of eco-label shampoos posted 6 months, 2 weeks ago 22 Responses

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  breadbowl?

  This sounds amazing. I love anything resembling bread pudding, and I love berries. I was wondering if you could use a breadbowl to avoid the whole ripping-and-lining part of the recipe?

  Thanks!

  TaraOn With berries and bread, you can make a delectable summer pudding posted 1 year, 2 months ago 3 Responses

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  Volvo diesel-electric hybrid

  Personally, I've been holding out (read: ecologically keeping my '96 Volvo, and driving it less) for the Volvo diesel-electric hybrid, which they've said will come out in 2010. I don't know if I will be able to afford it, but I'm saving my pennies now! :)

  http://dieselblog.net/2007/01/volvo-talking-about-a-diese ...On Umbra on diesel hybrids posted 1 year, 3 months ago 16 Responses