I have to admit that it was a big deal for me to share my first political post on Facebook. I agonized over what to share. Who would “like” it? Who would give me dirty looks at the gym? Talk with me one-on-one and I’m happy to share my political views loud and clear. But…
Advocacy
Safer Beauty and Personal Care Products~How You Can Help
I’m back after an incredible weekend in Los Angeles. I was in LA to speak at ShiftCon, a social media conference focusing on wellness, health, and the environment. This is the second year for this conference and it did not disappoint. This year my panel was called “Beauty and the Beast: Navigating the World of Green Beauty“. I spoke alongside…
I’m a Mom on a Mission Finalist!
For those of you who aren’t familiar with the Healthy Child Healthy World Mom on a Mission® campaign, it’s “designed to honor those who truly make a difference. Currently in its fifth year, the program aims to recognize all that moms do to make the world a better place as women, consumers, thought leaders and role models…
Vacation and Other Odds & Ends
Here in New England the school vacations keep coming. I’m not complaining, just sayin’. We kicked off the first vacation in December and practically every month since there’s another week of vacation tucked in. Life is good in New England. And here comes another vacation! Next week is our April vacation and I don’t mind telling…
How to Keep Toxic Chemicals Out of Your Home
In 2009 I participated in my first triathlon. It was much more than a triathlon for me; it was a dedication to a 5 year old boy who was diagnosed with cancer while in preschool with my youngest son. My second triathlon was done in his memory. After a tragic and long battle with neuroblastoma,…
Tide, Safe Pots and Pans, Makeup and More
Every week I’m amazed by the variety of headlines that pass by my desk. This week was no different. Here are a few headlines that caught my attention: There was a lot of buzz surrounding opening day of The Lorax movie. The movie opens today-Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! There was also great information on how…
Tell Tide to Remove a Cancer Causing Chemical from its Detergent
Today’s the day. It’s time to join forces with Women’s Voices for the Earth, MomsRising and Healthy Child Healthy World, to demand that Procter & Gamble (makers of Tide) strip a harmful cancer-causing chemical out of Tide Free & Gentle®. Like many moms, my commitment to a greener lifestyle was strengthened after having…