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CONTEST: Name That Site!

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02. Mar, 2010 56 Comments

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An Apocalyptic Valentine

Or, how to turn a Facebook quiz into a Valentine's Day gift

14. Feb, 2010 2 Comments

Guest blogger The Apocalyptic Housewife is back with a dose of romantic realism—and a freegan Valentine idea.

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The Apocalyptic Housewife Goes Seedbombing

Or, A Job Worth Doing is Worth Doing Crappily

25. Nov, 2009 6 Comments

An illustrated primer, based on one total n00b’s first documented experience with chlorophyll graffiti. The first-ever guest post from The Apocalyptic Housewife.

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INTRODUCING: The Apocalyptic Housewife!

25. Nov, 2009 3 Comments

Uprooted has a new guest blogger. Let’s welcome her to the neighborhood.

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Boston's Best Thrift? $1-A-Pound at the Garment District.

13. Nov, 2009 0 Comments

The secondhand scene is alive and well in Boston: this weary traveler got a brand new wardrobe for twelve dollars.

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Chicken in the City

Or, How to Have Fun in New York Without Spending Money!

11. Nov, 2009 8 Comments

Travel doesn’t have to be expensive–or even scary. Here’s how I saw Manhattan for the grand sum of ten dollars. (Featuring The Navigator!)

Try This at Home: Join a community garden

19. Oct, 2009 10 Comments

Community gardens bring people together, beautify neighborhoods, improve the climate and feed the poor. Here’s how you can get involved, even if you don’t have much time to spare.