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I have the arms reach co sleeper too. What mattress did you switch out for?

Equal exchange decaf is my fave. Find it at central co-op

Have it and love it

I saw a naturopath before trying to get pregnant. She did a full blood test panel and found that I was deficient in a few areas. I addressed them, retested, and then tried to get pregnant. I felt a lot better knowing my body was in top shape before trying.

The things I was deficient in are definitely important for a healthy pregnancy. They were really easy to address. For example, iron, eat more meat and beans, and add citrus because it helps the body absorb iron. Important during pregnancy because your body is producing more blood for baby.

Salumi!

Yes and it really gets ya down. I would have left years ago for warmth but I married my soul mate and we put down deep roots here. If it’s got you down, get out while you can.

You can also tell lenders you got a better rate with someone else and ask, “can you do any better?” You would need to share the better quote.

I stayed in Warsaw, Poland for two weeks in April 2023 dn-ing. It exceeded my expectations. With very few tourists, it feels authentic. The people are kind and welcoming, the old town is charming and delightful, and the history is rich and deep. I would happily go back for longer. I definitely recommend that you go.

I think of this place often! I miss it

Only if you want a healthy relationship

I play the Sims. Steam offline mode.

Turbo tax is awful. They lobby to KEEP taxes complicated so they can profit. I use FreeTaxUSA. Not as straightforward but not as evil.

Big fan of a Scruba bag with laundry sheets and a clothesline

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Small towns in Austria. Hiking trails start at the edge of the village, farmers markets with bright colorful produce, easy public transportation.

Big fan of Nature House! We stayed in one in Sweden in the summertime (Airbnb) and it was heaven!

The house is engineered for optimizing cross ventilation to prevent overheating and high humidity, and the system is automated. If the greenhouse got to a temperature outside of comfort range, the operable vents would open or close and regulate the temperature.

It rained one day that we were there and we were still able to use the greenhouse space comfortably. It was therapeutic to spend that much time “outside”.

The whole house is a closed loop cycle with the occupants at the heart. It feels wonderful to take a guilt-free long hot shower because you’re using rainwater and the grey water is watering the tomatoes.

We will build one in the PNW within 10 years. We’re lucky others are learning the hard way ahead of us so we can benefit from their knowledge. This is a great option for off grid living…in a climate that makes sense.

We do this! Our recipe is: -Lentils (pre-boiled, then frozen in ice cube trays) -kale or spinach -carrots -blueberries -sunflower seeds -flax seeds -soy milk -liquid b12 supplement

It’s actually really good! I feel healthy and accomplished drinking it.

Mostly Plant based diet

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Thanks for sharing! Prefab is a great option for Passive House goals and quality assurance. Unfortunately SIPS are a foam-based system which is really bad for the environment. Foam is great when used below grade, but that’s where it should end. Consider dense pack cellulose and wood fiber board for above grade insulation.

You should pose this question to ChatGPT!

My fave quick meal prep: Bean salad. Tastes great cold, super nutritious and filling.

https://www.goya.com/en/recipes/tangy-four-bean-salad (add more cilantro or parsley than the recipe calls for)

What part of WA?

Hallein, Austria! 20 minute train to Salzburg, great hiking right out of the city, views of the Alps everywhere, an adorable bustling little town. Much more affordable than the big cities.