Last updated: July 24th, 2021Back to school doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune on new school supplies and clothing. In fact, it isn’t too hard to green your back to school experience! With these simple 5 steps you can choose eco-friendly school supplies, save money and make everyone in the house happy! 1. Shop …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021 Tis the season for packing lunches. I’ve gotten some emails asking for tips on how to pack a healthy school lunch and to “green” the lunch box. I have to say, when it comes to packing a healthy lunch I think parents have to keep in mind, the lunch room …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021Non-profits, business and organizations often have promotional items to pass out at expos, fairs and for “goody bags” that help brand their company, remind the customer of who they are and how they can be reached. It is common to see pens, bags, notebooks, key chains, etc. as promotional items. It …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021 Change is hard. It is constant and so is life but it still doesn’t make it easier. My son started first grade, I work full-time, consult and run business all while being a wife and mommy to a three year old. Needless to say, some days are a juggling act …
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Last updated: July 24th, 2021 I don’t know about you but bugs love me. Every time we go mushroom hunting, sit on the deck, take a walk in the woods or any other outdoor adventure I’m the main course for mosquitoes. I have had to drape myself in mosquito netting while walking through the woods; …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021My son loves to build, use his hands and create things. He has a knack for figuring out puzzles and solving problems (I wish he got this from me). We have blocks in all shapes, colors and styles because hello, I have Master’s in early childhood and encourage building and creative …
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Last updated: July 24th, 2021Forever ago I wrote about bleach and eczema and to this very day it is one of my top read posts with a high number of comments. Anytime I seem to talk about chlorine bleach there is uproar on both sides of the fence. Those that inhale the strong scent and …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021When you go to the store and pick up a bottle of cleaning solution do you always know what the ingredients are? I don’t! Some of the words are too long and complicated and I can’t even think about their correct pronunciation. That is why I like to make my cleaners …
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Last updated: July 24th, 2021Image Credit: Annie Daulter Children love popsicles! I mean love them! Shucks, so do adults who am I kidding? Growing up I have fond memories of the red, white and blue popsicles. Yes, the ones loaded with artificial flavors and dyes! Anni Daulter recently came out with a beautifully photographed book …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021I’ve said this before but I love PBS! My daughter and I like to watch Sid the Science Kid (award-winning) together and this week there are lots of science themes related to the environment! Who Is Sid The Science Kid? If you haven’t watched Sid the Science Kid before, you’re missing out! …
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Last updated: July 24th, 2021Do you use hand sanitizers? Many do but the question is how safe are they and do they really do what they say they do? That is the question the FDA is now looking in to. The FDA is warning consumers not to buy hand sanitizers “that claim to prevent infection …
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Last updated: July 24th, 2021Growing up, we did not wear sunscreen. We did not sit in car seats or wear seat belts and it was common to litter. It’s a wonder we are alive. Now we know better. We wear sunscreen because otherwise we burn and not only will this hurt it is bad for …
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Last updated: July 24th, 2021These tasty and healthy muffins are great for breakfast and a perfect little snack at night. Whenever I make a batch of these, they are gone within a day! I usually can get 18 small muffins out of this batch, they are usually better at smaller portions as it’s easier to …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021The summer is half over and my kids are starting to get bored. All throughout the school year they look forward to summer vacation but after only a couple of days they begin to fuss about being bored. It is easy to spend money taking them to the movies, water parks …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021With the current state of the economy and many people getting laid off from their job or getting hours cut, budgets for many are getting tighter and tighter. Even if the current economic crisis hasn’t much affected you personally, you may still be taking proactive measures to be more frugal. You may be …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021Trying to keep your kids busy but you want to make sure they learn important lessons about going green? If so, there is a variety of natural and green craft ideas out there to keep your kids busy. You don’t have to go out and purchase all kinds of craft items …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021 Do you ever look back on your parenting and the choices you made and wish you could change them? I do. While I believe I’m a good parent there are choices I made when my daughter was younger that I wish I would have done differently; one of those choices …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021Anytime of the year I enjoy a cup of soup, especially during the colder months of the year. One soup that makes the house smells delightful and warms the belly is a simple chicken and squash soup. It goes perfectly with fresh homemade bread or biscuits and I promise you its …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021Last week I shared my love for soup with the chicken and squash recipe but with the colder weather on the horizon here in Michigan (we’ve had warmer than usual temperatures) I’m preparing my pantry and recipe box for soup season. Here’s another one of my favorite recipes that can easily …
Last updated: July 24th, 2021 There is nothing like having dinner already ready, just needing a quick thaw and heat! Nutritious and healthy soup is a family favorite around here. The bowls are always waiting to be filled! I’ve posted the last few Thursday some great soup recipes and I hope you’ve enjoyed them, bookmarked, …
