Tag Archives: Consumerism

$6,000.00 Toilets

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Karyn Climans

What is this world coming to? Believe it or not, I just discovered a toilet that costs over $6,000.00! While at a local shop for some new bathroom accessories, I was shocked when a toilet lid opened up automatically when … Continue reading →

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Our Physical Space

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Karyn Climans

When was the last time you took a closer look at your surroundings … a really CLOSE look? I’m asking because I’m guilty of letting my home/office get cluttered and tired looking in recent years. I used the excuse my … Continue reading →

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Shortcuts

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Karyn Climans

The saying, “do it right and do it once” is a motto I live by every day. It applies to both my personal and business life and it has never let me down. It seems as if it’s a rare … Continue reading →

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The Clutter is Suffocating Me!

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Karyn Climans

It all started with the giant plant (actually a 10’ tall cactus) that suddenly toppled over. When it happened, it scared the living daylight out of the dogs and I but fortunately no one was hurt. The top half of … Continue reading →

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Purging

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Karyn Climans

I can only imagine what you thought this blog post was going to be about when you saw the title, “Purging”. Sorry to disappoint you or maybe you’re pleased I’m not referring to body detoxification. Instead it’s about organizing and … Continue reading →

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Bigger Is Not Always Better

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Karyn Climans

Restaurant takeovers are occurring fast and furiously. Here are two examples: Cara Operations (owner of Swiss Chalet and Harvey’s) bought Prime Restaurants (owner of Casey’s and East Side Mario’s). MTY Food Group recently acquired the Mr. Sub sandwich chain. In … Continue reading →

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Proudly Made In Canada

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Karyn Climans

The following is an excerpt from an article I recently read in the Wired.com magazine titled, “Made in America: Small Businesses Buck the Offshoring Trend”. Although the article is about an American company, it could just as easily apply to … Continue reading →

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Exploitation In The Overseas Garment Industry

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Karyn Climans

As many of you know, I am an advocate for locally made, quality goods. Not only are you supporting your own community (and in this economy that’s important), you’re also sending a clear message that you won’t support cheaply made … Continue reading →

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BUYER BEWARE!

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Karyn Climans

Dried apples preserved with a cancer-causing chemical. Frozen catfish laden with banned antibiotics. Scallops and sardines coated with putrefying bacteria. Mushrooms laced with illegal pesticides. Chinese cooking oil contaminated with high levels of aflatoxin. Cosmetics containing chemical toxins. Toothpaste with … Continue reading →

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How Much Is Too Much?

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Karyn Climans

When it’s time for you to do your housework, do you have to clean up the toys scattered all over your basement, living room, family room and kids’ bedrooms before beginning to vacuum? I encourage you to look around your … Continue reading →

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