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Grow Up Green – Start with the children

Grow Up Green – Start with the children

Helping Kids Grow Up Green a guest post by Allison Foster   It was a different place entirely when I grew up back in the late fifties and early sixties. I know older people often say this but it was. It was a different kind of world. We did not have a lot of plastic [...]

April 26, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Remove Smoke Smells – Clear the Air Naturally

Remove Smoke Smells – Clear the Air Naturally

Choosing an Effective and Remedy to Remove Smoke Smells – a guest post by Ann Rampton It’s not a secret, cigarettes and cigars leave a rather strong and lingering smoke smells that is not only unpleasant, but also harmful to inhale. Tobacco smoke has the ability to quickly and easily penetrate rather deeply into clothes, [...]

April 20, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Go Organic – The Go Green Guy’s: 5 Reasons why you should

Go Organic – The Go Green Guy’s: 5 Reasons why you should

Why should we go organic? Let me start off by saying life is a learning experience and I am learning something new everyday. Hopefully by sharing what I learn, I can contribute to the Health of all who will listen as well as the health of the environment that supports us all. I also believe [...]

April 7, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Green Smoothie with Balance – Rotate your Raw and Leafy Greens

Green Smoothie with Balance – Rotate your Raw and Leafy Greens

Why Should You Rotate your Raw and Leafy Greens for Smoothies? a guest post from Iryna Ostapets Green, leafy vegetables are packed with the essential nutrients that the body craves. But it is always recommended to rotate your raw and leafy greens for smoothies every day. While this may sound strange to you, there are different [...]

March 19, 2013 | 0 Comments More
This St. Patrick’s Day – Do Something Green!

This St. Patrick’s Day – Do Something Green!

St. Patrick’s Day is coming soon so how will you celebrate? Many will where a Green Shirt, Hat, socks, etc…, maybe enjoy a plate of green cabbage and corn beef, possibly a green beer or two. I have some ideas of my own. How about starting the day off with a healthy Green Smoothie? Then [...]

March 15, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Can You Really Live Off the Grid?

Can You Really Live Off the Grid?

Can You Really Live Off the Grid?  A Guest Post by: Brooke Haughton Living sustainably in an environment that has green trees all over while breathing in fresh air really feels relaxing and alluring. If your environment is green, you most likely will have the urge to go for a morning jogging or do yoga [...]

March 12, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Nissan moves Leaf to USA, Price Drops!

Nissan moves Leaf to USA, Price Drops!

Did I hear that right? Nissan Leaf prices are dropping for 2013 model. From all reports I have seen, the reason behind the price drop is that Nissan has moved production of the all Electric Leaf to the United States. Nissan has announced that production of the 2013 Leaf will begin at their new plants [...]

January 16, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Green Gift Giving Ideas for the Holidays

Green Gift Giving Ideas for the Holidays

With the holidays fast approaching shopping for something unique and eco-friendly can become a difficult task.  This week is the first of my green gift giving ideas for the holidays.   Tops on my list is something from Apple & Bee an Australian company that makes the cutest array of bags for all kinds of [...]

December 7, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Earn Green By Going Green During the Holidays

Earn Green By Going Green During the Holidays

Going green has it’s benefits and while there are too many to list, going green can be even better if you are earning green while doing it. That’s where scrap metal recycling comes in to save the green day!  To some scrap metal recycling can be a whole different language and often times intimidating if [...]

December 4, 2012 | 0 Comments More
5 Eco Friendly Coats That Will Keep the BRRR Away

5 Eco Friendly Coats That Will Keep the BRRR Away

Winter arrives in less than a month and the thermometer is dropping by the day.  It is time to look for a great coat that will keep the chill at bay.  I always suggest looking for vintage or pre-loved apparel, check out Etsy for coats like this way cool plaid Pendleton.  Vintage or pre-owned is [...]

November 29, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Order it… Ship it… Green it… with ThermoPod shipping products!

Order it… Ship it… Green it… with ThermoPod shipping products!

ThermoPod® Thermal Protective Mailers and Box Liners: They Offer Mail Order Customers Earth Aware Options For Shipping Mail Order Foods and Wines Ship it Green! Holidays are prime time for mail order steaks, seafood, chocolates, pies, cakes, spices, and premium wines, either as a yummy gift for your friends and extended family or as a [...]

November 22, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Awesome Sustainable Living Apps for Your Smart Phone

Awesome Sustainable Living Apps for Your Smart Phone

5 tools to help you do your part for Mother Earth Practicing sustainability implies a lot of good deeds—such as recycling your waste, buying and practicing fuel efficiency, opting for local foods, buying sustainable, non-toxic products, and practicing environmentally friendly forms of living. As a consciously-aware citizen, I try my best to do my part. [...]

October 10, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Ikea is helping to bring LED lighting to the US

Ikea is helping to bring LED lighting to the US

  We have talked about LED lighting and I am sure that you have read much about it’s benefits. Longer lasting, give off little heat, better light, energy efficient, good for the environment…. The folks at Ikea who were eco-friendly even before it became trendy, have set out to change the way Americans light their [...]

October 7, 2012 | 1 Comment More
Can a Nut really clean? At Naturoli, soap nuts are the main ingredient!

Can a Nut really clean? At Naturoli, soap nuts are the main ingredient!

Looking for an eco-friendly, nontoxic, nonpolluting and hypoallergenic soap option? Naturoli has what you are looking for! It grows on trees! They are called soap nuts. Soap Nuts are a safe effective alternative to laundry detergent. The fact is they are not really nuts at all, they are berries. The Latin name for what we [...]

October 4, 2012 | 1 Comment More
A Lip Smacking Good Recipe for Homemade Lip Balm

A Lip Smacking Good Recipe for Homemade Lip Balm

Winter is fast approaching and with the cold, dry air coming your lips are going to need a little extra moisture.  Here is a recipe for lip balm that will keep your pout smoochable and crack free all winter long.  And the fun part – you can mix it up in your kitchen then tailor [...]

September 16, 2012 | 4 Comments More
Keep your Granite Counters and Stone Floors looking like new!

Keep your Granite Counters and Stone Floors looking like new!

If you have Granite counter tops, stone floors, natural stone showers, etc… You know that many household cleaners can damage the finish, color and over all look. What do you do? I was recently introduced to a product developed by A family who has been in the Stone business for years, Granite Gold. Granite Gold [...]

September 15, 2012 | 0 Comments More
5 Ways Businesses Are Starting to Go Green

5 Ways Businesses Are Starting to Go Green

5 Ways Businesses Are Starting to Go Green a guest post by Brian Rivers. Lots of businesses are finally starting to go green and why not? It’s great PR – especially when you endear yourself to the community by showing that you care about the environment. It’s also a great way to efficiently run a [...]

September 10, 2012 | 2 Comments More
Top 10 Natural Stain Removers

Top 10 Natural Stain Removers

Oops I did it again!  Spaghetti, red wine, ink – you name it I’ve spilled it, dropped it or otherwise drenched myself in it.  Messy is my middle name.  So becoming a semi-expert in cleaning up stains was on the must do list.  Here are my top 10 favorite natural stain removers and cleaning secrets [...]

September 2, 2012 | 0 Comments More
The Eco-Consciousness!  Organic Vs Natural

The Eco-Consciousness! Organic Vs Natural

Organic vs Natural a Guest post by Jenny Williams What makes organic different from natural products? Which one is better to use? Are natural products 100% harmless? These are commonly asked questions by the customers which tend to impact their shopping nowadays. If you are a little confused while navigating several market products for organic [...]

August 31, 2012 | 0 Comments More
If the Eco Shoe Fits…..

If the Eco Shoe Fits…..

This fall the trends in shoes are running the gamut from biker chic, to high heeled booties, to oh so comfortable wedges.  I’m highlighting a few pairs of shoes that are on my hit list for the season. Toms – I know I can’t seem to get enough of them.  Toms rolled out a wedge [...]

August 26, 2012 | 0 Comments More