Archives for November 2008

Avoiding Consumerism in a World That Wants You to Buy, Buy, Buy

The last couple of weeks a realization has hit me... when I don't go into stores, I want for little (this goes for wanting to buy things for my children). Our lives are full, we all have what we need and more. As Christmas approaches I have ventured out into the stores on a few … [Read more...]

Two Black Friday Recommendations

Clearly today is not the day to go to Walmart. Obviously we have what we need and Walmart will not be protecting us any more than they'll be protective of the environment. But I've got two quick tips for you, two lovely small businesses run by families, for families and I … [Read more...]

Should We Stop Eating Bananas to Save the Earth?

Kids love bananas! In fact, after trying Whole Grain Rice Cereal, I fed both of my children organic bananas as their second food. I grew up on bananas, and my family loves banana bread; however, after reading Barbara Kingsolver's Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life … [Read more...]

Worker Dies, Mother Miscarries in Black Friday Wal-Mart Rush: Buy Nothing Day is the Answer

Update: The pregnant woman was injured; she did not miscarry as stated in early reports of the incident. I've never understood what would move someone to get up early and be at a store at 5:00 am on the day after Thanksgiving. The crowds, the hassle, and the grotesqueness of … [Read more...]

Sure, You Love the Planet, But You Love Your Baby More!

Green Home Huddler is hosting a contest for green mommies! What is Huddler you ask? Have you ever wondered what the best eco products are? How can you trust labels when "organic" and "natural" are thrown around as marketing terms? Huddler is an online community that helps you … [Read more...]