Archives for November 2008

All Natural Cleaning That Really Works: Vinegar of Four Thieves

Whenever I talk about all natural or home made cleaning products the response is always, "does it work?". The short answer is ABSOLUTELY. Somewhere along the way we have been brainwashed to believe we must KILL KILL KILL bacteria and viruses by using toxic substances like … [Read more...]

Super Cool Kids Use Laptop Lunch Systems at School

From Z Recommends to the Vegan Lunch Box, I've read about Laptop Lunches for quite awhile. When my daughter's best friends showed up with them after their birthdays, a trend had begun at her school. Not that I think children need to buy what their friends' have to fit in, but I … [Read more...]

Be an Earthwatch Volunteer (Help Scientists Solve Real World Environmental Problems)

Have you ever dreamed of working side by side with scientists in the field, studying diverse and beautiful ecosystems? Do you lust for adventure? Yeah, me too. For years I have wanted to join an Earthwatch expedition. They are the largest environmental volunteer nonprofit … [Read more...]

A Green Christmas: How to Save Money this Holiday Season

The Holiday season is just around the corner, and if you take a gander in any store it will appear that we are already in its midst. For many families, the economy is making us think about saving money this holiday season. We should always be looking for ways to have less … [Read more...]

2008 Eco Child's Play Green, Eco-friendly Holiday Gift Guide

Halloween is over and the winter holidays are approaching. Whether you celebrate the Winter Solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, or another winter celebration, the coldest season is typical a time for exchanging gifts. Although I am sickened by the consumerism associated with … [Read more...]