May 19, 2017
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Note to readers: Before the election of #45, Sparrowpost.net was largely focused on ‘small lifestyle changes that can make a difference.’ Recent events have made it harder and harder to rest easy in the mantra of ‘thinking globally and acting … Continue reading
February 9, 2017
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#TheIdesOfTrump I made this postcard to mail. Prepare to flood the WH with these, March 15! pic.twitter.com/vbr4iTND3m — Senorita Gitana (@Gitana_East) February 8, 2017 Update: Printable pink slip postcards available! Desktop print versions are here. Commercial (FedEx Office) print versions … Continue reading
February 8, 2017
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After years of drought and an El Nino year last year when ocean temperatures were so warm that a wall of heat prevented expected rains from reaching California, we have been blessed with water this year. The whole land is … Continue reading
December 30, 2016
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It’s a bit unfashionable to talk about last year’s New Year’s resolution at the end of the year, when we’d rather gaze starry-eyed at the novel hopes we have for the year ahead. I (like everyone) am a chronic breaker … Continue reading
December 5, 2016
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This is the fifth year I’ve made bacon soap. Cold process soap making–which describes the method of making soap through a chemical reaction –uses lye and is not a kid-friendly activity. I skipped soap making last year on account of … Continue reading
November 7, 2016
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I submitted my ballot by mail last week– and I have to say that despite this being a horrible year in national politics, that there is actually a lot of great opportunity for positive change on my local California and … Continue reading
October 29, 2016
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As part of my ongoing effort to redefine Halloween Giveaways, this year we are giving away friendship bracelet kits. I had a large amount of leftover orange embroidery floss from past projects– the kind of random craft supply that may … Continue reading
October 29, 2016
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Tutorial links: Spooky Spider Soaps Recycled Candy Corn Crayons Bath Fizzers Popcorn: Growing and Popping DIY, where to buy: http://www.popcornpopper.com/jacksred.html Friendship Bracelet Kits
October 26, 2016
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This video makes a great point: it takes 5 months to grow a pumpkin from a seed to a large gourd, and a lot of resources. In the ever-diminishing window of time between ‘fall decor’ and ‘winter decor’, (it … Continue reading
May 23, 2016
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I grew up in a wealthy, mostly white enclave in Southern California. I think that many people who have a similar background will know what I’m talking about when I say that in various sectors of community life (soccer, church, … Continue reading