Like many girls her age, my daughter loves Disney princesses; however, this eco-mom does not. Besides the lack of multiculturalism and the message of young women depending upon princes to rescue them, it is the "junk toy" quality of Disney products that keeps them out of our … [Read more...]
Convenient, Conserving Laundry Dropps
I do a lot of laundry; I mean a lot of laundry! My mother always jokes that the washing machine never turns off at my house. Furthermore, we have a greywater system on our house, so I am particular about the laundry soap we use. Recently, I was given dropps Liquid Laundry Pacs … [Read more...]
It's a Wrap!
I feel a little redundant writing about gift wrapping so late in the game; but I'm extremely proud of my own efforts and wanted to share! For quite a few years I used Sunday Funnies and newspaper. But honestly, they are just a little too ultilitarian looking to spark an "ooh" … [Read more...]
Green Household Products – Seventh Generation’s Cheerleader for Eco Living
If you are a fan of Seventh Generation products you might find the interview interesting with President and "Chief Inspired Protagonist" of Seventh Generation Jeffrey Hollender on the Huffington Post. On every package of Seventh Generation's, non-toxic household products, you … [Read more...]
Naturally Eliminate Odor-Causing Bacteria
Do you have a room in your house where unpleasant odors live, such as near a cloth or landfill (disposable) diaper pail? I was recently given a Brethe Air Revitalizer by Homedics to test out. This product uses "vortex cleaning action technology" to neutralize air. Not sure what … [Read more...]