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"The quick way to make new pedestrian plazas" by City Beautiful
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somebluenovember · 11 months
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due to everything reasons, AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH
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Crock Pot Chicken Stock
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ch-falk · 1 year
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Blood disease is so funny i went from downing 5 shots and feeling nothing to getting fucked up on a little gin and a glass of wine
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haroldtweets · 1 year
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darthfoil · 2 years
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"The problem with recycling plastic lies not with the concept or process but with the material itself. The first problem is that there are thousands of different plastics, each with its own composition and characteristics"
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"Another problem is that the reprocessing of plastic waste—when possible at all—is wasteful. Plastic is flammable, and the risk of fires at plastic-recycling facilities affects neighboring communities—many of which are located in low-income communities or communities of color."
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"Yet another problem is that plastic recycling is simply not economical. Recycled plastic costs more than new plastic because collecting, sorting, transporting, and reprocessing plastic waste is exorbitantly expensive. The petrochemical industry is rapidly expanding, which will further lower the cost of new plastic.
"Despite this stark failure, the plastics industry has waged a decades-long campaign to perpetuate the myth that the material is recyclable. This campaign is reminiscent of the tobacco industry’s efforts to convince smokers that filtered cigarettes are healthier than unfiltered cigarettes."
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"Consumers can put pressure on companies to stop filling store shelves with single-use plastics by not buying them and instead choosing reusables and products in better packaging. And we should all keep recycling our paper, boxes, cans, and glass, because that actually works."
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focusonthegoodnews · 2 years
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Inside Charm Industrial's big bet on corn stalks for carbon removal
Inside Charm Industrial’s big bet on corn stalks for carbon removal
Good News Notes: “In recent weeks, a crew of staffers from a company called Charm Industrial have been working on the edge of Kansas corn fields, moving rolled bales of stalks, leaves, husks, and tassels up to a white semi-trailer. Inside, a contraption called a pyrolyzer uses high temperatures in the absence of oxygen to break down the plant material into a mix of biochar and bio-oil. The former…
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mysharona1987 · 1 year
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The French really don’t fuck around.
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qsycomplainsalot · 9 months
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phoenixyfriend · 11 months
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I feel like a good shorthand for a lot of economics arguments is "if you want people to work minimum wage jobs in your city, you need to allow minimum wage apartments for them to live in."
"These jobs are just for teenagers on the weekends." Okay, so you'll use minimum wage services only on the weekends and after school. No McDonald's or Starbucks on your lunch break.
"They can get a roommate." For a one bedroom? A roommate for a one bedroom? Or a studio? Do you have a roommate to get a middle-wage apartment for your middle-wage job? No? Why should they?
"They can live farther from city center and just commute." Are there ways for them to commute that don't equate to that rent? Living in an outer borough might work in NYC, where public transport is a flat rate, but a city in Texas requires a car. Does the money saved in rent equal the money spent on the car loan, the insurance, the gas? Remember, if you want people to take the bus or a bike, the bus needs to be reliable and the bike lanes survivable.
If you want minimum wage workers to be around for you to rely on, then those minimum wage workers need a place to stay.
You either raise the minimum wage, or you drop the rent. There's only so long you can keep rents high and wages low before your workforce leaves for cheaper pastures.
"Nobody wants to work anymore" doesn't hold water if the reason nobody applies is because the commute is impossible at the wage you provide.
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typhlonectes · 3 months
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Note: These recipes are not from the mag above. They are a variety of recipes "supposedly" from Martha's website put together by CHATGPT. I did notice that Chat left certain ingredients out to make the budget happen. You will however still get the best nutritional aspect with the key ingredients alone. But you can always refer to her recipes and add them in if you like. I just asked it to create the shortest form of her recipes for the sake of keeping this post short and easy to reference. I have always loved Martha's recipes as she has a way of transforming simple dishes with just a few seasonings . I am just experimenting with Chatgpt to see what it can do for me in creating a menu for feeding a family of 6. I haven't tried them yet but will be soon. If you try before I do, please do so at your own risk. As always double check and I hope to get back real soon with an update to see how accurate chat really is. Thanks, Sara Creating a budget-friendly meal plan for a family of 6 with Martha Stewart's healthy and savory recipes within a $115 grocery budget for the week can be challenging, but it's possible with careful planning. Here's a 7-day meal plan along with corresponding Martha Stewart recipes, a categorized grocery list, and quantities needed for each ingredient:
7-Day Meal Plan:
Day 1:
Breakfast: Greek Yogurt Parfait Lunch: Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas, Feta, and Apples Dinner: Veggie Stir-Fry with Brown Rice
Day 2:
Breakfast: Spinach and Feta Omelet Lunch: Lentil Soup with Veggies Dinner: Baked Chicken with Roasted Vegetables
Day 3:
Breakfast: Banana Oat Pancakes Lunch: Mediterranean Wrap Dinner: Vegetarian Chili
Day 4:
Breakfast: Fruit Smoothies Lunch: Caprese Salad Dinner: Spaghetti Squash with Marinara Sauce
Day 5:
Breakfast: Whole Wheat Toast with Avocado Lunch: Black Bean Salad Dinner: Grilled Fish Tacos
Day 6:
Breakfast: Veggie Frittata Lunch: Hummus and Veggie Wraps Dinner: Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
Day 7:
Breakfast: Overnight Oats Lunch: Greek Salad Dinner: Lentil and Vegetable Curry
To maintain a $115 budget for the week, you may need to make adjustments such as purchasing generic brands, opting for sale items, or reducing the quantity of certain ingredients. Additionally, focusing on seasonal produce and bulk items can help stretch your budget further. (ChatGPT isn't perfect yet, so please double-check the recipes on her website and make sure you are calculating the right amount as an extra measure.)
Produce:
Spinach (2 bags): $4
Apples (6): $4
Avocados (6): $6
Bananas (12): $3
Bell peppers (6): $6
Onions (4): $2
Garlic (1 bulb): $1
Tomatoes (8): $5
Lettuce (1 head): $2
Cucumbers (3): $2
Lemons (4): $2
Limes (4): $2
Zucchini (3): $3
Squash (3): $3
Carrots (6): $2
Meat:
Chicken breasts (12): $15
Fish fillets (12): $18
Dairy:
Greek yogurt (2 large containers): $6
Feta cheese (1 container): $4
Eggs (2 dozen): $4
Milk (2 gallons): $6
Pantry:
Quinoa (2 cups): $1
Lentils (2 cups): $1
Brown rice (2 cups): $1
Whole wheat flour (1 bag): $3
Rolled oats (1 container): $3
Olive oil (1 bottle): $5
Spices (as needed): $5 (estimated)
Bread & Cereal:
Whole wheat bread (2 loaves): $5
Canned Goods:
Chickpeas (2 cans): $2
Black beans (2 cans): $2
Marinara sauce (2 jars): $4
Vegetable broth (2 cartons): $4
Frozen:
Mixed vegetables (2 bags): $6
Total Estimated Cost: $115
Short Form Recipes:
Greek Yogurt Parfait:
Ingredients:
Greek yogurt
Honey
Granola
Fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
Instructions:
In serving glasses or bowls, layer Greek yogurt, honey, granola, and fresh berries.
Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.
Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas, Feta, and Apples:
Ingredients:
Quinoa
Chickpeas (canned or cooked)
Feta cheese, crumbled
Apples, diced
Lemon juice
Olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, feta cheese, diced apples, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Veggie Stir-Fry with Brown Rice:
Ingredients:
Mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snap peas)
Olive oil
Garlic, minced
Soy sauce
Brown rice, cooked
Instructions:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry until tender-crisp.
Stir in soy sauce and continue cooking for another minute.
Serve stir-fried vegetables over cooked brown rice.
Spinach and Feta Omelet:
Ingredients:
Eggs
Spinach, chopped
Feta cheese, crumbled
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a bowl, beat eggs and season with salt and pepper.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add beaten eggs.
Once the edges start to set, add chopped spinach and crumbled feta cheese on one half of the omelet.
Fold the other half of the omelet over the filling and cook until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted.
Slide the omelet onto a plate and serve hot.
Lentil Soup with Veggies:
Ingredients:
Lentils
Mixed vegetables (such as carrots, celery, onions)
Garlic, minced
Vegetable broth
Olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Add mixed vegetables and cook until softened.
Stir in lentils and vegetable broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. ( Rest of the recipes are continued below in slightly different format )
Baked Chicken with Roasted Vegetables:
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and herbs. Place on a baking sheet with mixed vegetables. Drizzle with olive oil and bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes.
Banana Oat Pancakes:
Mash ripe bananas and mix with oats, eggs, and a pinch of salt. Cook on a skillet until golden brown on both sides.
Mediterranean Wrap:
Fill whole wheat wraps with hummus, chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and lettuce. Roll up tightly and serve.
Vegetarian Chili:
Sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Add canned tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, corn, and chili powder. Simmer until flavors meld.
Caprese Salad:
Layer sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt, and pepper.
Spaghetti Squash with Marinara Sauce:
Roast spaghetti squash halves. Scrape out the strands and toss with marinara sauce. Serve topped with grated Parmesan.
Whole Wheat Toast with Avocado:
Toast whole wheat bread slices. Mash ripe avocado onto the toast. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Black Bean Salad:
Combine black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Grilled Fish Tacos:
Marinate fish fillets in lime juice, garlic, and chili powder. Grill until cooked through. Serve in tortillas with slaw and avocado.
Veggie Frittata:
Sauté mixed vegetables in a skillet. Pour beaten eggs over the veggies. Cook until set, then finish under the broiler.
Hummus and Veggie Wraps:
Spread hummus on whole wheat wraps. Fill with sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, carrots, and lettuce. Roll up and enjoy.
Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers:
Cook quinoa. Mix with black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, onions, and spices. Stuff into halved bell peppers and bake until tender.
Overnight Oats:
Mix rolled oats with milk, yogurt, chia seeds, and sweetener. Refrigerate overnight. Serve topped with fruits and nuts.
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thoughtportal · 6 months
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wethinkwedream · 22 days
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