“We are not rich by what we possess but by what we can do without.” — Immanuel Kant I never thought about how much stuff I had until I moved apartments. That was when I first started thinking about what I actually needed. And that turned into an unexpected yet welcome lifestyle change. As I…
Join Swampum in celebrating World Environment Day 2024. Reflect on how small actions, like exchanging secondhand goods, contribute to significant environmental and societal benefits. Be the change you wish to see in the world.
In 2006, BookMooch started a whole new era in online book swapping. John Buckman had this idea to make a platform that was more than just swapping books. it was about creating a community. It was a new way for readers everywhere to connect.
But what kind of book to choose? First we need to know what your Valentine feels for you. Is it your crush? Your partner? An ex? Don’t worry, no matter the case, we’ve got you covered! That’s why we’ve put together this list of best book recommendations for gifting to your Valentine, considering the most likely scenarios:
Swap, share, and reuse to reduce waste, save money, and connect with the community while contributing to environmental stewardship.
In this age of digital connectivity, the nature of community has changed dramatically. While community has always involved some common purpose or identity, frequent interaction, and mutual support, in the past communities have been made up of people in close physical proximity–whether a neighborhood, church, or some other group of people seen face-to-face on a…
“A penny saved is a penny gained.” Thomas Fuller Let’s face it, today’s inflationary economic environment makes spending less money just as beneficial to your financial condition as making more. And finding new ways to spend less has become increasingly important for many people. Whether you’re a budget-conscious student, a thrifty shopper, or simply someone…
“What’s the use of a fine house if you haven’t got a tolerable planet to put it on?” Henry David Thoreau We need the environment more than the environment needs us. It provides the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the resources we use to support our lifestyles and the advancement of human…
“Freedom is hiding under the clutter.” Terri Guillemets We drown in a sea of clutter. As recently as 2021, American households were estimated to have over $500 BILLION of unused stuff in their homes (and garages, and attics, and basements, and storage lockers, and …). Not only is this an incredible waste of money (estimated…
“There is only one way to eat an elephant–a bite at a time.” Desmond Tutu Creating something new is difficult. Creating something new and really big seems almost impossible at times. Here at Swampum, we face that difficulty daily as we create a community marketplace platform that allows people to share with their communities in…
