Today I asked Walgreens to take steps to remove toxic chemicals from the products they sell. Here’s how it all went down. Remember when I was pushed a bit outside my comfort zone and went into the Disney store to deliver my petition? Well I’m at it again and this time I’m asking Walgreens to…
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People are All Different
People ARE all different. Such a simple phrase, but one that says so much. Over the years I’ve witnessed children doing unsolicited random acts of kindness. Something so sweet that it takes your breath away leaving you with just a smile. Many times there aren’t words to explain the tremendous impact of their actions. Often…
Giveaway: Patagonia Shoes $100 Gift Certificate from PlanetShoes.com
I’m a big fan of Patagonia and have reviewed their products many times over the years like HERE, HERE and HERE. The company is about as groovy green as they come. Patagonia has an incredible mission statement that sums up the eco-philosophies of the company:“Build the best product, cause no unnecessary harm, use business to inspire and implement solutions…
How to Clean Stainless Steel Appliances
Stainless steel appliances can give any kitchen a contemporary and fresh look. With three tween boys our stainless steel doesn’t stand a chance. Fingerprints, smudges and food end up covering most stainless steel surfaces in our kitchen. Here are a few tips for keeping your stainless steel surfaces clean. DON’T wipe with a damp cloth…
One Bag Party Kit Valued at $500 Giveaway
I recently hosted a One Bag March Madness party. The goal was to invite friends over for a dinner party, use as many reusable products as possible and try to reduce our waste so that only one bag of trash went into the garbage at the end of the night. For those of you who entertain,…
How to Encourage Responsible Cell Phone Usage for Tweens and Teens PLUS a Giveaway!
A recent issue that’s continued to create quite a buzz in the parenting world is the appropriate age for when a child can or should have a cell phone. A 2009 survey showed that the majority of children who have a cellphone get one by the time they turn 13. The general consensus between parents today is…
March Madness Dinner Party with One Bag of Trash
Paying attention during March Madness is not high on my priority list, but if Wisconsin is playing and there’s a way to combine the games with good food and good friends I’m in. The Badgers didn’t last long this year, losing in the second round of March Madness to the Ole Miss Rebels. That didn’t…
