Ruksana Hussain

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• My Green New Year's Resolution - Say No to Plastics!

  12/8/2011

  My number-one green resolution for 2012 is to say no to plastic in as many forms as I can that I use every day. Last year, I managed to get almost all of my green resolutions implemented but this year I want to eliminate use of plastics.
• How to Achieve Email Efficiency - Part 2

  9/29/2011

  The last quarter of the year is a good time to implement new habits so you can continue to practice them into the New Year.
• How to Achieve Email Efficiency - Part 1

  9/29/2011

  In the virtual world we live in these days, it’s not just physical material clutter that needs to be organized but also all your electronic presences and activities. Give yourself a head-start now!
• Independent Cinema Finds Independent Venues

  8/31/2011

  Atlanta is a great city for independent cinema. Not only is this a hub for mainstream cinema locales in recent times, independent ventures have found their calling here. A handful of cinemas in the metro area provide you the independent cinema experience
• Sweat it Up Over Hiking in Atlanta

  8/31/2011

  I am not exactly a fitness enthusiast but every once in a while, I enjoy a good hike with friends and its nice to know that a metro area like Atlanta has enough trails within the city limits that you don’t have to go up to the mountains to get your fill.
• A Muslim Life in an American City

  8/30/2011

  When I first told folks in India I was getting married and relocating to the United States, they were very happy for me. This was 5 years ago. America is considered a land of opportunity, a developed country with a better standard of living.
• Atlanta Offerings for Labor Day Weekend

  8/17/2011

  Labor Day officially announces the beginning of the second half of the year and is a much-awaited holiday considering the weekend of festivities is endless. The weather's beautiful and it's a great time to step out with family.
• Give of Your Time and Skills

  8/12/2011

  It is not always necessary that you give in cash or kind. Sometimes giving your time and skills to a cause is much more satisfying. There are many such opportunities in Atlanta to be involved with. And it does not take much effort either.
• Watch Out for Those Fireworks This July!

  6/14/2011

  These are the best spots in Georgia for your 4th of July celebrations.
• May You Be Merry This Memorial Day!

  5/20/2011

  Memorial Day in Atlanta is always a fun experience in the Southeast. There are many special events organized just for the occasion and a weekend-long celebration of probably what is the first beautiful summer holiday is cherished by all.
• Shopping at Virginia Highlands in Atlanta

  4/13/2011

  Shopping at Virginia Highlands in Atlanta provides a great variety of choices - whether you are shopping for yourself or someone else.
• Atlanta Earth Day Events

  3/15/2011

  The CNC Kid Fest, Sweetwater 420 Fest, GA Tech Earth Day event, Earth day at the Aquarium and Decatur Green Fest are great options!
• All Roads Lead to the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

  3/10/2011

  Every year, the month of February brings in a lot of activity with the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival - a 20 day film extravaganza featuring movies for, by and of the Jewish community from across the world.
• My Earth Day Promise to the Planet

  3/3/2011

  I own a business specializing in eco-friendly products and have an inclination to be green. I would like to address how you can let your green senses take over at your workplace.
• 10 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

  2/21/2011

  Reducing your carbon footprint might sound like you need to take on a course in environmental science. But rest your fears, some easy steps are a good way to start.
• How I Lead a Healthy Lifestyle

  2/17/2011

  With my 30th birthday coming up this year, it made perfect sense to take stock of some aspects of my life and see how to improve on it.
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  Kumarakom and Thekkady: Paradise on Earth, Truly!

  1/26/2011

  Known the world over as God's Own Country, the scenic vistas of Kumarakom in India are sure to take your breath away. A whole new landscape, a retreat from the hot southern sun, and a pleasant getaway all rolled into one.
• Impress with a Lovely Brunch Planned for Your Loved One

  1/25/2011

  Valentine's Day is just a few days away so its time to begin planning. A fun way to celebrate is to step out for a lovely brunch around noon instead of an elaborate evening dinner.
• Fried Chicken

  1/16/2011

  This recipe is everything that a super bowl dish should be - quick and easy to make, prepared in big batches, tastes awesome, not complicated to eat, always a winner!
• Networking for the New Business

  10/13/2009

  The contacts you make and the people and stories you connect with can take you places in your business.
• Living in the United States on a Dependent (H4) Visa

  10/5/2009

  No matter how much you mentally prepare yourself for it, when you live it is when you experience the real meaning of being 'dependent'.
• Small Business Marketing Tricks and Tactics

  10/5/2009

  I am still learning and still growing but here are some of the pointers I learned along the way that I hope will help somebody out there struggling to get the name of their business out and about.
• How to Survive the Economic Downturn...Or Try at Least!

  4/1/2009

  Making the most of every penny counts in tough times like these, so here's how I am doing it in my own way.
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  Going Green in the New Year

  2/20/2009

  Learning to be an environmentally friendly person and changing old habits to be more earth conscious takes time but its never to late to begin.
• Organizing Your Home and Office

  2/13/2009

  Here are some tips on how I cleared up my home and office.