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Am I Really Buying a “Green” Product?
The green movement has become a big money-maker lately. Because people like to feel like they are doing something good for the environment, consumers tend to be quick to buy anything that says “natural” or “going green” or “save the
planet.” Companies know this, so they will put statements like those on plenty of products that aren’t proven to be good for the environment at all.
So how do you know if your product really is better for the environment? Check the label. A lot of green claims will be backed by a third-party, like Energy Star or USDA Organic. If you are looking at a household cleaner, avoid terms like “caution,” “warning,” “danger,” or “poison.” -
We love living at Gables Pressler!
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Here at Gables Pressler we try to give our residents the absolute best in apartment living. From our lovely floorplans to our incredible views of the city of Austin to our stunning pool and rooftop terrace. Now it’s time to toot our own horn a little bit about how great we are and we want to hear back from you! What do you love the most about living at Gables Pressler?
Please take a moment to take our new poll, located on the right side of the page. Do you have something else to add? Tell us in the comments of this post!
What’s your favorite perk about living at Gables Pressler?- The sparkling swimming pool!
- The amazing office and maintenance staff!
- The fabulous floorplans!
- The incredible view of Austin!
- The in-the-middle-of-everything location!
- Gables’s green practices!
- All the fun resident activities!
- There’s something else I love the most, I’ll tell you all about it in the comments!
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Stiletto Stampede For the Cure is Coming Your Way
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Breast Cancer is one of the most talked about diseases in the world, and affects millions of people across the globe. Although, this disease can be deadly there has been a significant increase of cancer awareness and prevention measures that we need to be aware of. Did you know the entire month of October has been dedicated Cancer Awareness month?I am sure the residents at Gables Pressler are performing their due diligence in taking part this month. If not, there is still an opportunity for you to do so.
Companies IdealHeel & Nyle Maxwell presents The Stiletto Stampede for the Cure walk-a-thon, Saturday, October 16th 2010 at the Hill County Galleria. This fun- filled event is a high heel 100 yard dash with the mission to provide information to men and woman on the risks of breast cancer. This event catered to the greater Austin community, which includes Gables Pressler residents are encourage to attend. Check in at 9:00 a.m at the Amphitheater and the race starts at 10:00am.
There is only one rule that must be followed if you are participating in this opportunity, you need to wear heels 2.5 inches or taller. So dig through your closest and take part in the cure. Proceeds for this event go to the Austin Affiliate Susan G Komen in the community.
For more information on this event contact IdealHeel. Let us at the Gables Pressler save someones life today! -
5 things you can do 5 Billion Times.
Have you really taken full advantage of Zilker Metropolitan Park?
It’s spring time and with Zilker Park only three miles away, you can always have something to do without worrying about these high gas prices.
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You can never be bored with this beautiful, 350 acre park. So you know what I am going to do just to ensure that you won’t get bored? I will make a list of five things you can do five billion times this spring and summer. Five things you can never get bored doing because every time you do them they will give you different experience.
1.Paddle a canoe on Town Lake. Try to beat your last time of getting across the lake. And you know what? Bring the dog! I don’t think he would be a great paddler, but he is still great company.
2. Take a ride on the Zilker Zephyr miniature train. You can do some people watching while you cruise through the park. I love to watch people; they are so entertaining. It’s amazing what you see when people don’t think others are watching.
3. Exercise on the hike and bike trails. Set goals for yourself and each time you come back to bike or hike try to extend your time.
4. Have a picnic. Have themed picnics. You could have a healthy picnic, vegetarian picnic, Cajun-inspired picnic, ‘everything you have never eaten, try it’ picnic, and the list can go on and on.
5. Zilker Hillside Theatre. They offer a lot of different shows and events. In fact, next Saturday, April 9, there will be a South Asian New Year’s Festival from noon ‘til 9 pm.
Hope these activities will keep you busy and happy this spring/summer. Now grab the dog and prepare to work you arms. Let’s work this list from beginning to end, and then again.
Photo Credit: tristanf on Flickr
