Ricki Normandin

Contributing Writer

Life is better with the right words.

Latest Articles

Home Is Where the Smart Is
Being smart starts at home, with new technology, advanced design and smart ideas that save energy, resources and money.
Oct 13, 2011 - Ricki Normandin
Furniture That Lives on the Edge
"Live edge" wood furniture is an exciting design trend with the bold message that furniture comes from a tree.
Aug 28, 2011 - Ricki Normandin
Book Review: Confessions of a Greenpeace Dropout
In his new book, ex-Greenpeacer Patrick Moore comes out in favor of what may be a radical new kind of environmentalism.
Feb 28, 2011 - Ricki Normandin
Working Like a Dog
If you had as many jobs as my dog, you'd want to sleep 12 hours a day too.
Feb 13, 2011 - Ricki Normandin
Garden on the Rocks
Even tough sod, rocks and gritty soil won't stop a determined gardener.
Feb 13, 2011 - Ricki Normandin
Springing to Life: Season of the Gardener
Top 5 life lessons I learned from gardening.
Feb 4, 2011 - Ricki Normandin
Blog on Steroids: Start Your Own Blogazine
Build a blogazine - personal blog meets professional magazine - for under $100.
Feb 2, 2011 - Ricki Normandin
Beyond Acme: Yes, You Can!
When you think you can't go on, maybe it's because you're almost there.
Jan 29, 2011 - Ricki Normandin
Dancing on Thin Ice, Step by Step
In-your-face attitude to get you through tough times.
Jan 18, 2011 - Ricki Normandin
Rebranding the Shoeless: Marketing the Marketing Pro
In today's job market, having a strong brand is a must. Many marketing professionals are branding wizards - except when it comes to themselves.
Jan 11, 2011 - Ricki Normandin