Robin is a freelance writer who started blogging about the environment when she and her family began making many changes to their day-to-day lives. She's the founder of the South Jersey Locavore website and a frequent contributor to "Edible Jersey" magazine, a member of the James Beard Award-winning Edible Publications. Her first book, "The One Year Women in Christian History" (which has absolutely nothing to do with food), published in September 2014. A former high school English teacher, she left teaching to stay home with her two sons and turned her love for writing into a career. She lives in New Jersey with her family.
Don't let the name Unicorn Spit fool you
November 23, 2018, 11:15 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
The name isn't classy, but in the right hands the gel paint can turn furniture and cabinets into sophisticated works of art.
'Alice's Restaurant': It's a Thanksgiving music tradition
November 20, 2018, 4:45 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
There aren't a lot of Thanksgiving tunes out there, but there's one song that's a must-listen.
How to microwave a sweet potato
November 19, 2018, 10:21 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
It takes only a few minutes to cook this nutritional powerhouse.
A destructive pest may be hitching a ride on your Christmas tree
November 17, 2018, 11:24 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
You may want to check your tree for spotted lanternflies before you take it home.
5 ideas for an easy Friendsgiving
November 16, 2018, 8:23 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
There are no rules, but it still helps to plan ahead.
Reddit's Fridge Detective is inspiration for Clean Out Your Fridge Day
November 15, 2018, 9:01 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
The guessing game that peeks inside people's refrigerators may remind you of the mess in your own.
Can we just stop with the Keurig food trend?
November 14, 2018, 12:25 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
The convenience factor only gets you so far before you cross the line.
'Single-use' is the 2018 word of the year
November 12, 2018, 1:48 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
We'd like to think we had a little something to do with that.
5 healthy, craving-stopping late-night snacks
November 12, 2018, 10:22 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
If you're going to raid the kitchen at night, reach for these goodies.
10 thoughtful gifts that double your generosity
November 9, 2018, 10:35 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
When you buy these presents, you're also giving to charity.
Why all stores should offer digital receipts
November 8, 2018, 2 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
Paper receipts are full of problems, not the least of which is BPA.
How sustainable are fish sticks?
November 7, 2018, 1:16 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
Processed? Yes, but most kids have eaten their fair share of them, so it's good to know what they're made of.
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10 ways to give without buying stuff
Thoughtful gifts can be experiences, time or even a special treat.
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Carbon footprint reality
If you really want to reduce your footprint, have fewer kids and ditch your car.
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Why you should kick the plastic straw habit
Give your time, your money or your expertise — and make a difference.
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16 simple ways to reduce plastic waste
These easy things can decrease the amount of plastic trash you make.
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9 skills they don't teach in school (but should)
From CPR to car repair, these building blocks create safe, successful adults.
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