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What You Can Do For Earth Day

April 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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For Earth Day, check out these untraditional ways to improve our environment and our health.

Earth Day is April 22, but really, every day is Earth Day. It is of course our home and we are all in this together. As moms we get busy (very busy) and other than throwing a jar in the recycle bin, I think we forget how much power we have to reshape our surroundings and ultimately our children’s future. You probably already do a variety of things: take your chic reusable tote out shopping, turn off lights when you are not in a room, and recycle your plastic and tins. We wanted to ... Continue Reading

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The Weird, The Strange, and The Green

February 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Top 5 strangest ways to go green – including cat hair, environmental bombs, and a biodegradable cell phone.

I have talked about numerous ways that you can green up your driving, green up your workplace, and green up your cleaning routine - now I want to talk about some of the "crazy" ways to go green. I recently read an article from EcoFriend on the Seven Most Weird Ways to Go Green and it got me thinking ... So I searched and found my top 5 strangest ways to go green. Environmentally Friendly Bombs Yes you heard me correctly, we have now found a way to blow someone to smithereens in an ... Continue Reading

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Green Entertaining for the Holidays

November 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Do some green entertaining this holiday season when planning your functions.

Will the holiday season fast approaching; you may be considering hosting a party or family function at your home. Entertaining your guests doesn’t have to come at the cost of Mother Nature though. You can go green this holiday season when planning your functions. Here are a few tips to stay green while entertaining your guests. Break out the China Okay, it doesn’t have to be your finest China, but please skip the disposable plates and utensils. Either opt for a more formal setting ... Continue Reading

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Green Up Your Wardrobe

September 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Here are a few tips to add a little green to your wardrobe without sacrificing the latest trends.

If you are looking for eco-friendly choices in attire there are numerous options out there. Here are a few tips to add a little green to your wardrobe without sacrificing the latest trends. Sustainable Materials Look for items made from sustainable materials such as bamboo or hemp. These fabrics can be very breathable and add a touch of class to any wardrobe. Bamboo camisoles are becoming very popular and are readily accessible. The beauty of many sustainable materials is their neutrality. ... Continue Reading

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Reduce Your Waste

September 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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With a few simple steps you can reduce your waste and start seeing your mound of garbage dwindle.

Choosing to reduce your waste doesn't require a complete lifestyle overhaul. With a few simple steps you will start seeing your mound of garbage dwindle. Recycle Everyone knows that recycling can help reduce some of your waste. However, did you know that over 50% off all garbage can be recycled? In a year, that can be equal to a FOOTBALL field worth of garbage for one family! So wouldn't you like to remove a football field sized amount of garbage from your weekly curbside load? Simply take ... Continue Reading

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Going Green and Eco-Friendly for Back to School Supplies

August 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Choosing high-quality, eco-friendly, green back to school supplies doesn’t have to be difficult.

As much as many kids, and parents, either lament or look forward to going back to school and the end of summer, it is always a time of high emotions. Kids have fears and excitement about the start of a new school year. Parents have anxiety, relief, or most often, mixed emotions. Adding concerns about the cost and environmental impact of back to school supplies and gear becomes overwhelming for many families, but choosing high-quality, eco-friendly school supplies doesn’t have to be ... Continue Reading

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Eco-Friendly Summer Travel Tips

July 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Summer is the time for family travel. Wherever you go, it’s easy to make any summer vacation more eco-friendly. Here’s how.

Summer is the time for travel. Whether you’re in the mood for a sandy beach, a peaceful lakeside retreat, or a desert oasis, you can make any summer vacation more eco-friendly and green. Eco-friendly travel begins in the planning. If you are willing to do your homework first, you will save time, money, and reduce your environmental impact later. Green Accommodations - Choose your destination wisely and remember to take only pictures and leave only footprints wherever you decide to ... Continue Reading

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Five Easy Ways to Save Money With Green Living

June 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Have fun and save money with these basic first steps to green living. Getting started is easier than you think.

When it comes to green living, many people are overwhelmed with all of the advice and expenses. But, in truth, many of the best ways to be gentler to our planet are simple and also save money. With a few basic first steps in green living, you'll discover how easy and fun it really is. Ditch the Disposables Choosing reusable products whenever possible is a great way to save money and reduce waste and is often the first step to green living. There are countless products that are designed to be ... Continue Reading

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