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3 weeks ago | 
azureroad.io | Bridget Shirvell
“Take a moment to think about it – people and local governments coming together to say we’re going to pass laws, we’re going to build in a way that protects nature.”I’d tried to warn the guide. When confirming the stargazing session in New Zealand’s Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve, I casually mentioned the booking was for an adult and a five-year-old. I repeated it the day before when giving directions to our holiday house.
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1 month ago | 
agreenerlifeagreenerworld.net | Bridget Shirvell
The author of Parenting in a Climate Crisis on living with parental guilt and joy in the climate crisis. By Bridget ShirvellPicture a New England cottage; chances are you’re imagining my home even if you don’t realise it—pink blossoming cherry tree in the yard, white fence, brown-shingled house with a lemonade porch. It’s nothing extraordinary, and yet it’s also everything. Home base. The only home my child remembers ever living in.
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1 month ago | 
modernfarmer.com | Bridget Shirvell
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2 months ago | 
bittmanproject.com | Bridget Shirvell
This article was originally published in Modern Farmer. Please support them as you would us!The American barbecue brisket that popped up on the menu at NYC bistro ACRU was a bit different than what one would typically expect from a Greenwich Village restaurant. The meat came from a dairy cow. “It’s a premium product,” says executive chef and partner Daniel Garwood. “The cow has gone through its whole life. There’s a lot of natural marbling.
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2 months ago | 
modernfarmer.com | Bridget Shirvell
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2 months ago | 
azureroad.io | Bridget Shirvell
Wildlife EcosystemsClimate ActionCarbon FootprintDrive through a residential neighborhood in the United States, and you’d be hard-pressed not to find a manicured lawn of mowed turf grass. They’re an American status symbol, dating back to the 18th century when Thomas Jefferson and George Washington installed green turf lawns on their estates, a design that wealthy Americans copied, eventually trickling down the classes.
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2 months ago | 
marthastewart.com | Bridget Shirvell
Photo: 5PH / Getty Images With food prices stubbornly higher than usual, grocery shopping can feel like a herculean task. Bulk shopping, where you buy foods in large quantities, can save you money, but navigating what to stock up on can be hard. No one wants a mountain of stale crackers or a shelf full of food that won't get eaten. Bulk buying requires some planning. These are the best bulk foods to buy according to nutritionists.
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2 months ago | 
laurafenton.substack.com | Laura Fenton |Bridget Shirvell |Erin Boyle
The news has felt like a lot in recent months, and especially in the last few weeks. But I think it’s been extra challenging for parents, who are (rightfully) scared about the future their children are inheriting. I got an early look at the new book Parenting in a Climate Crisis: A Handbook for Turning Fear into Action by journalist and mom , which aims to help parents navigate the intersection of the climate/biodiversity/environment crisis and parenting.
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2 months ago | 
marthastewart.com | Bridget Shirvell
Photo: Courtesy of Weber The sizzle of vegetables and fish hitting the grill, fireflies twinkling in the distance, fingers gooey with the aftermath of s’mores. The backyard barbecue is a staple of the summer, but outdoor cooking is evolving beyond simple grilling over charcoal or gas. Maybe you’re curious about flattop grills or wondering if a pizza oven is the best addition to your backyard? How will the tools and flavors we use in outdoor cooking evolve this year?
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
parents.com | Bridget Shirvell
As wildfires rage in Los Angeles, leaving families without homes, they are also causing health concerns. Wildfires release toxic pollutants into the air, including fine PM2.5 particles, and breathing them in can be hazardous. And the smoke can travel hundreds or thousands of miles away. The concerns aren't new as research shows wildfires have been increasing in recent years, in both frequency and intensity. But pregnant people are at a particular risk.
