Climate change. It’s all around us. But, in addition to the environmental climate, I am also referring to the economic climate. We have all been affected in some way, shape or form to the economic conditions of today. This affects the downturn of home sales and many, who were considering selling, are now choosing to… Read More
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Deceptive Dishes or Enriching Entrees… Is Your Food Serving You?
“Now I see the secret of making the best person: it is to grow in the open air and to eat and sleep with the earth.” Thank you, Walt Whitman for that simple, yet insightful quote which reminds us to be conscious of the materials we choose to surround ourselves with. You may have read… Read More
Don’t FALL this FALL into deceitful Marketing Webs: The Dark Side of Chocolate!
If you read our most recent post, Tips & Tricks for a Healthy HalloGreen, then you are familiar with ways to make your Halloween, and more importantly your entire holiday season, healthier for you and your family. One such example is to support local farmers by purchasing your pumpkin from these hard working, conscious farmers… Read More
Tips and Treats for a Healthy HalloGreen!
I love Fall for so many reasons. For one, the crisp cool air is reminiscent of past memories filled with the knowing that the holidays are just around the corner. Soon it will be time to put away my beloved flip flops in exchange for boots or other closed toe shoes. Then again, I do… Read More
See the Light! Soy candles can ‘smoke out bacteria’
What is the first thing you do when you see, or smell for that matter, a candle at a boutique or shop? You pick it up to inhale the fragrance, right? What you may not realize however, is there may be more to that smell than meets the nose. Although the bouquet of freshly cut… Read More
The Fossil Fuel Connection
If you are familiar with, or have ever read, Our Stolen Future, then the name Dr. Theo Colburn should ring a bell. The popular book was co-authored by Dr. Theo Colburn with Dianne Dumanoski and J. Peterson Myers. We are fans of Dr. Theo Colburn, who has written and lectured widely on the human health… Read More
Saving energy might not be as difficult as you think…
While saving energy and lowering your bills during the winter takes some personal sacrifice, it might not be as hard as you think. With a combination of changing your habits and a few simple fixes, it’s possible to realize significant savings on your utility bills. You could be well on your way to saving money… Read More
Ways to Go Green in Your Daily Life
It’s easy to approach your favorite activities and those routine chores with a little more thought towards the environment. “When you look at our daily routines, it’s generally pretty easy to find ways to lessen the impact on our environment. No matter what activities you are participating in, anytime is a great time to start,”… Read More