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I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived. I wanted to live deep and suck all the marrow of life...
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This is a simple page about simple living, especially as it relates to Vancouver (since I live here!). Simple living of course is an approach to life, a philosophy perhaps, that is about focussing on the important things, and eliminating the clutter of modern life from our homes, our lives, and our minds.
:: May 9, 2004 ::
simple is a boutique store on Main street near the funky fashion stores, featuring some simple/minimalist household items, as well as offering consulting & interior design services.
:: November 27, 2002 ::
I've just learned that the Vancouver Simple Living Group meets on the first Tuesday of every month, and is open for people to drop in and discuss simple living in Vancouver. Contact: Makiko Suziki Phone: 604-222-2587 Email: makiko@interchange.ubc.ca
:: October 17, 2002 ::
Habitat for Humanity has a Re-Store in Burnaby, which offers home building/improvement tools and materials at prices well below those normally found elsewhere.
:: August 4, 2002 ::
The Real Alternatives Information Network has a list of Consumer Alternatives; ideas for shopping in the Vancouver area with an eye to globalization. |
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