Comments for Allie's Answers

Comment on Mount Hagen Instant Organic-Café by Allie

Allie — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:44:01 +0000

Hi Beth - the jar is glass, but the lid is plastic. Certainly more waste than your method, but not as bad as some of the all plastic jars that other coffee comes in. I’ve saved the jars and plan to use them as containers for the spiced nuts I make around the holidays.

Ashley - I totally don’t have the French press thing down. I know it should be simple, but I end up boiling the water too long, or forgetting about the coffee until it’s way too dark. Any tricks?

Amy - It really is convenient, and so good. I usually make coffee in the coffee maker, but it’s perfect for that extra afternoon cup. Also, glad to hear I’m not the only one who’s infatuated with pine trees.

Comment on Mount Hagen Instant Organic-Café by Beth Terry, aka Fake Plastic Fish

Beth Terry, aka Fake Plastic Fish — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:28:51 +0000

What’s the packaging like? Plastic? I buy my coffee in bulk from Whole Foods or Peaberry’s here. Fair Trade organic. Grind it into my own paper bag that I reuse for this purpose over and over and then transfer to a metal tin when I get home.

I’m guessing the instant, while more convenient, probably has a lot more packaging involved.

Comment on Mount Hagen Instant Organic-Café by ashley

ashley — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 22:24:09 +0000

I’ve had the hardest time finding fair trade instant coffee!

Instead, I have a french press (to use less electricity/plastic) and a grinder for whole bean coffee. Sigh.

Comment on Mount Hagen Instant Organic-Café by Amy

Amy — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:51:57 +0000

Huh. Had no idea anyone made organic instant–sure would come in handy some afternoons around here. (Re: Your previous post–I love pine trees to a ridiculous degree also.)

Comment on Take the Train by mickey

mickey — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 15:05:10 +0000

Wow. A replay.

I guess I’ll add to what 28-year-old me said last December: I hope I live long enough to see widespread, affordable passenger rail come to the US. Right now, if you’re lucky enough to find a train going your way, it usually costs more than a plane ticket.

Comment on What’s Going On by Noelle

Noelle — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:58:55 +0000

I like the idea of art as gifts. I think I’m running into a problem now, and it’s that I have too many ideas for alternate holiday gifts, my potential budget is running higher than normal…

Also, I solved some of my car problems by living really close to work. I don’t mind being in the car 20 minutes a day, and when and if I ever get that bike up and running again, that commute shouldn’t be so bad, either. (Except for the one REALLY big hill…)

Comment on I’m It by 7 Things « Howling Hill

7 Things « Howling Hill — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:17:06 +0000

[...] no responses Allie tagged me for the 7 Things Meme. [...]

Comment on I’m It by nancypearlwannabe

nancypearlwannabe — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:47:18 +0000

I agree with Stefanie- I need to know how it’s possible to hang that many spoons from one’s face.

Comment on I’m It by Reluctant Blogger

Reluctant Blogger — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:16:22 +0000

No way I would give up coffee. Or cheese come to that.

I’m really glad you are happy in your skin. me too. It is such a good feeling - makes the sun shine on everything really.

I didn’t know you had a personal blog. Is that private or can anyone read?

Comment on I’m It by The Modern Gal

The Modern Gal — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 03:41:00 +0000

Give up coffee: worst day ever. I think it’s great that you are happy! And I second what Stefanie Says … ha ha ha.

Hmmm, I don’t know if I can think of seven interesting things about myself, but I’ll try.