I'm very particular about children's literature, and I love the classics. Many modern books try to reach a moral about the current plight of humanity and the environment, but often the awkwardness of text and weird characters interfere. That's the case with Weebeasts: … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2011
The Low-Down on Lice
by Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff Executive Director/CEO Healthy Child Healthy World www.healthychild.org It’s back to school month and as any experienced parent will tell you that means one thing. I don’t know if it’s the hot weather, or the fact that everyone’s showing off their … [Read more...]
Modern Motherhood: Part Time Homemaker, Part Time Teacher, Part Time Blogger
The other evening, I went out with some girl friends. From part time to full time, all of these amazing mothers are in the workforce, and almost all of them have a cocktail or glass of wine when they get home from work (I go for a hike first). This practice reminded me of how I … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Products: Bio+Green Crystals Biodegradable Cleaning Products
When you buy cleaning products, whether eco-friendly or not, you are paying for a lot of water. Not only are you paying for something you can get much cheaper out of the tap, that water weighs a lot (eight pounds a gallon) and contributes to a product's carbon footprint due to … [Read more...]
Product Labeling Secrets & Lies
by Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff, Executive Director/CEO Healthy Child Healthy World www.healthychild.org Is the oil you’re sautéing with “all-natural” or is it tainted by GMOs? Is that sea bass you’re eating sustainable or has it been over-fished nearly to extinction? Even if … [Read more...]