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5 Books to Read This Spring

Spring is in full bloom and what better way to spend it reading cool books?

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Thanks to my Kindle, I've gotten back into the realm of reading, and it's been great so far. I've always been a reader, and although you may rather spend your time basking in the spring sun, here are five books to curl up with just before bed.

*in no particular order

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Social Fashion Line beyondBeanie Changes The Lives Of Bolivia's Female Artisans

Rock a beanie, change a life.

Orlando, Florida

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Who are you wearing? The last time you heard this question was at a red carpet event you watched from your TV. The answer goes over our heads as the spectacle of the clothing overshadows the people who made it. You know a designer isn't the only one holding a thread and needle, right?

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The Sci-Fi Novel You Need To Read

Granted, I haven't finished yet...but I'm hooked!

Villanova University

Sarah Fetter

Wool - Hugh Howey

This book had gathering dust for years, yet a week ago I decided it would be the first time I'd pick it up since its welcoming day on my bookshelf. After the first chapter, I was hooked. I can't wait to finish this page-turner.

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10 Relatable Struggles That People With Glasses Will Definitely Understand

I constantly feel the need to take off my glasses because it's a struggle just having them on.

Alpharetta, Georgia

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Have you had someone take your glasses off your head without permission and you wonder why they didn't ask first? Or have you ever broke them and had to face the consequences of not being able to see (okay, maybe this one is just me).

There are times where I love my glasses because I'm thankful that it helps my vision, but like most things, glasses definitely have its disadvantages.

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Lifestyle

11 Easy Ways You Can Save The Planet And The Sea Turtles

Go beyond the reusable straws, please, it isn't that difficult.

National Writers Society

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11 Easy Ways You Can Save The Planet And The Sea Turtles

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We have until 2030 to slow down climate change enough that the human race can survive on earth until at least 2050. While this all sounds far into the future, it isn't, and every day we are making small decisions that only speed up the decline of our planet.

Believe it or not, it's easier to help than you think.

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Sorry To Break It To You, But Veganism Isn't Sustainable

Veganism is becoming more popular for many reasons, but sustainability isn't one of them.

Illinois State University

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We all have heard of veganism at this point. How? Vegans love to tell you they are vegan and why you should be too — literally the Jehova's Witnesses of diets. All jokes aside, there are plenty of good reasons to be vegan, but one of them is a pet peeve of mine because it's not a solid reason.

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Spring is in full bloom and what better way to spend it reading cool books?

Rock a beanie, change a life.

Granted, I haven't finished yet...but I'm hooked!

I constantly feel the need to take off my glasses because it's a struggle just having them on.

I cant find my glasses without my glasses.

You can't drink something hot without not being able to see anything.

They are SO uncomfortable!

The rain wont stop, even if you take your glasses off.

Try watching a 3D movie with glasses.

Wearing something that makes cleaning your glasses harder.

Longing for contacts

Resting in bed is a big NO.

Constantly complaining about glasses to your friends who don’t wear glasses

You find the need to take them off whenever you can, and it turns into a hassle.

Go beyond the reusable straws, please, it isn't that difficult.

1. Stop using plastic grocery bags.

2. Eat less meat and dairy.

3. Stop drying your hands.

4. Skip the dryer when doing laundry.

5. Try using wool dryer balls.

6. Bring your own produce bags to the grocery store.

7. Use a reusable bottle and a water filter.

8. Replace disposable face wipes with reusable ones.

9. Use bamboo paperless towels.

10. Find a reusable coffee filter.

11. Plant a vegetable garden.

Veganism is becoming more popular for many reasons, but sustainability isn't one of them.

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