What a waste!

By: theblindthistle
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It’s no secret that the Zero waste and Sustainable Living movement is starting to gain traction. There are countless articles and websites dedicated entirely to the subject. In a nutshell Zero waste is about producing less waste and using less harmful chemicals as ingredients which in turn not only cause damage to the environment but…

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What do you see?

By: theblindthistle
General, Low vision, Mental Health, sports, , 3 Comments on What do you see?

When you look at the people pictured here, what do you see? Do you see happy, healthy and active people? People taking risks or those that stand out from the crowd? Maybe you see adventurers: those doing things that you yourself wouldn’t do? Perhaps you’ve wanted to try surfing, skateboarding or express yourself in a…

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It ain't easy being GREEN 🌱

By: theblindthistle
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In a follow up to my earlier blog post about my word of the year “Intention” this post discusses one of those very Intentions- my effort to be (more) Green. Eco-friendly, Environmentally friendly, Organic, Sustainable, Earth friendly, Eco-conscious…there are certainly no shortage of “marketable” terms out there for it. There really is no avoiding the…

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Interior Design tip No.2 (A series)

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Scale Let’s talk about Scale or Proportion. This is something that a lot of people struggle with when decorating their homes. Often times you go to a Home Decor store, buy something you love and when you bring it home it looks all wrong. It may be too big or too small for your space…

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Interior Design tip No. 1 (A series)

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Lighting Lighting is often overlooked and not given a second thought, but it is one of the most important features in a space. Proper lighting can make or break a mood, theme and feel of a space. Think of lighting as the accessories to an outfit, it enhances and puts emphasis what is already there.…

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