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When I think back to my childhood, I remember spending lots of time around the holidays making decorations and food for our family celebrations. Some of the simplest activities were also the most fulfilling, because we were actively creating, not just purchasing. The time that went into each craft or treat was also a gift, [...]
Green Mom’s Carnival Diane from Big Green Purse is hosting the Green Mom’s Carnival this month. I read Diane’s book and it’s earmarked, highlighted and sticky noted like crazy but never in a million years did I think I would meet her. I had the honor and privilege while having dinner for the documentary in [...]
Does your phone ring with local charities or organizations asking for donations and support? Mine does. Most of the time I don’t have a ton of extra cash to give but I really do believe in giving back and supporting non-profits. I’ve spent over 10 years working for a non-profit organization; I know how every [...]
Gobble. Gobble. Turkey day is here tomorrow and while I’m not against eating turkey, it isn’t my favorite part of the day. I like the sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie. Yum. They match my hair right now…seriously. I won’t go into any details other than, I made a hair mistake and now I am paying [...]
Editors Note: This article was orginially written by Jennifer Lance of Eco Child’s Play. Eco Child’s Play gives advice for an organic, fun and chemical-free life for your kids. Reviews and suggestions for toys, education, nutritional foods and family activities. It seems the bad news about BPA never ceases! From canned foods to pacifiers, this [...]
Along with band-aids, tweezers, and bug repellent, our first aid kit has an assortment of natural remedies for common kid maladies. Some come from the kitchen and some from the natural food store, and every one of them has come through for us. 10 Natural Remedies for Kids for the Family First Aid Kit: Honey [...]
I write about “going green”, using non-toxic cleaners, BPA free sippy cups and keeping our children safe and healthy. All parents want to keep their children safe and healthy. Today I drove on icy roads with very little visibility because the snow was falling so quickly. I always worry as I drive on the icy [...]
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5 years ago I went through leadership training with my local chamber and we had to create a drawing of our future. The type of drawing that had bridges, road blocks, and white picket fences and should depict dreams and challenges. At that time I was … Read More...
There is something about coloring that is like therapy. It is relaxing and the concentration of staying in the lines – it feels great! When I decide to color outside of the lines I feel silly, crazy and like I’m rebelling! If you haven’t … Read More...
I learned today that the banana is America’s number one fruit and they have no fat, cholesterol or sodium! My kids love bananas but because they’re available year around and they are affordable, we get bored eating them. Slicing them in cereal, … Read More...
I know vacuums. I’m a mom and what mom doesn’t clean up dirt on a continual basis? I’ve been in the market for a new vacuum and for me the vacuum has to go from carpet to hardwood with ease. As a green mom who cares about healthy indoor air I … Read More...
Both my husband and daughter are allergic to dust mites. This means washings the bedding on a very regular basis to kill those nasty dust mites that cause them to sneeze, snore and sleep miserably! My new Whirlpool Duet Washer and Dryer makes this a … Read More...
Cloth diapers can be a bugger to wash. I hear this often from cloth diaper using folks and because I’m out of the diaper phase it is hard for me to give solid advice on washing and drying cloth diapers effectively. Over the years I’ve heard of … Read More...
