After a picture perfect summer in the Northeast, fall is most definitely in the air. Although it is not “officially” here, the days are getting shorter, the nights are cooling off, the air is crisp and apple picking season has officially begun. For many of us, heading out to the apple orchard is an annual…
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How Safe Is Your Hand Sanitizer?
Since the outbreak of H1N1 automatic hand sanitizer dispensers are everywhere. These waterless cleansers are provided as a “courtesy” at check out counters of local pharmacies and grocery stores, in public restrooms, doctor’s offices and restaurants. Most of us walk around armed with our own personal supply of hand sanitizer, ready to ward off the…
And the Green Grass Grows All Around-How Do You Cut It?
Not many people know this about me- I love to mow the lawn. It has become one way for me to have a little alone time; time outside with my music cranked up to drown out the sound of the mower. I use a self propelled gas mower to get the job done. As much…
How Safe are Your Personal Care Products? Skin Deep Has the Answer
Have you ever wondered about the safety of your shampoo or soap? How about toothpaste, hair dye, deodorant? Before you head to the store to pick up new products, try using Skin Deep. Skin Deep is a website where you will find an enormous database that can be used to research the safety of most…
Top 12 Fruits and Vegetables to Buy Organic
There is nothing like the summer months when supermarkets are filled with fresh fruits and vegetables. Local farmers markets have set up shop for the season, offering an abundance of fresh produce. When we shop for produce we have many choices -one of the most difficult being whether to invest our hard earned dollars on…