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Go for the greenest grape
Gifting a host with a bottle of wine is always nice. Why not an organic or low-sulfite variety? Organic wines are produced using organically grown grapes and are free of pesticides and herbicides...
Have some heart on Valentine’s Day
How many trees are felled to make those glossy, glittery valentines every schoolkid exchanges each year? Answer: Too many. Fortunately, there are fun, from-the-heart alternatives. Today, challenge...
Turn kids into cooks
Make stocking stuffers tasty Small packages of natural and locally grown gourmet foods make great stocking stuffers and miniature gifts. Today, challenge yourself to think outside the standard gift...
Wrap it up...responsibly
Discarded newspaper, comic strips, clean used aluminum foil, notepaper...there are many ways to wrap a gift attractively without using new paper. This weekend, challenge yourself to create the...
Gift creatively
Next time you want to show a loved one you care with a gift, try making something yourself. Not only will you likely reuse materials already in circulation, but the recipient will appreciate the...
Plan charitable giving
Philanthropy feels great when you’ve budgeted for it in advance. Today, challenge yourself to create budget and include charitable donations as part of your monthly spending.
Organize your cupboards
When was the last time you reviewed you cupboards? Are there things in there that you’ll probably never use? Today, challenge yourself to take stock and organize your cupboards. Put aside unused...
Thank your mother
Acknowledging your mom’s love doesn’t have to involve buying stuff. Gifting can be as simple as donating to a cause in her name, going for a walk together, or organizing family memorabilia into an...
Plant a tree
Deciduous trees save energy by shading you in summer and, after they’ve shed their leaves, letting sunlight heat your home in winter. This process is most energy-efficient when trees are planted on...
Give to people you don’t know
This holiday season, extend your generosity to people outside your social circle — to people who might find the holidays difficult or lonely. This week, make an effort to identify a charity or...
Practice generosity
This week, make an effort to practice generosity without expecting anything in return. Give something away everyday. It could be as simple as a piece of fruit to a friend, $5 to a homeless person...
Give of yourself
Sometimes the best gifts are intangible. Instead of going out and buying presents for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season, identify a few people who might really appreciate it if you...
Identify a meaningful gift
It feels great to give a gift that shows you are paying attention. The best gifts are gestures of truly showing loved ones you see them. Sometimes, gifts even help people move toward an important (or...
