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Read the World Challenge

New year, new challenge started with enthusiasm and momentum, both of which I’ll tire of in three months! Last year’s…

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What a gorgeous Old Town – huge squares and beautiful buildings like this. This is currently the Cluj Prefecture, by a country mile the most beautiful prefecture I’ve ever seen! ðŸ˜€

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The gorgeous (and familiar!) architecture of rural Romania 🙂 #travel#travelphotography#romania#cluj#ihavethisthingwithbuildings

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Zero Waste Tip of the Week # 4

Save small plastic containers for yoghurt, pudding, etc. Sometimes plastic waste can’t be helped, but so long as it’s used…

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Zero Waste Tip of the Week #3

This one is also a note-to-self: the next time it comes to replacing your toothbrush, considering buying a bamboo one.…

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Zero Waste Tip of the Week #2

When buying fresh vegetables, ask for them without any plastic packaging. Its only use is to keep your produce unspoiled…

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