Monthly Archives: October 2009

What I learned from a bunch of city chicks, part the second

The fascination the children feel is often shared by their parents and neighbors—the chickens become a focus for neighborhood interaction and friendliness. Continue reading

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What I learned from a bunch of city chicks, part the first

Our avian adventure is a story of identity, friendship, and flock formation, you might say. Continue reading

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The sun and the rain and the salad greens

My intention here is not to live “impact free”–no extremes, no gimmicks. Rather, I aim to share my daily search for ways to live effectively, efficiently, and responsibly in an urban landscape. Growing numbers of city dwellers are becoming thoughtful and creative about their own environmental sustainability as it relates to our quality of life. I can think of no better reason in this world to be optimistic. Continue reading

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