There’s nothing like picking fresh vegetables from your very own garden. I have been planting a garden with my 3 boys for the past 6 years. I love watching how excited they get as the plants grow. Our garden has always been in the front of our house-the only spot that gets a few hours…
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Hot Dog Labels are Misleading
Nothing screams America more than hot dogs. In this country we have a deep love for many variations of the traditional hot dog. Chicago is known for its Chicago Style hot dog. There’s the Coney Island hot dog- a New York tradition that my father likes to experience again and again every time we…
What the Frack is Going On?
What the Frack is Going on? Fracking (short for Hydraulic Fracturing) is what’s going on-and it could be happening in your backyard. In the US fracking is underway in 36 states. There’s big buzz about fracking these days-some for and some against. Josh Fox ‘s documentary, Gasland, outlines the frightening issues surrounding fracking. His story…
Hey Chlorine Industry-I’m a Mom FOR Cooties
Have you heard about the Moms Against “Cooties” campaign? The chlorine industry is spearheading a massive campaign targeted at moms. They are trying to promote the use of bleach in schools and daycare centers to protect children from “cooties” (really people-cooties? The last time I used the word “cooties” I was in 5th grade…
PHTHALATES: Hidden Dangers in Everyday Products
I think we can all agree that this “going green journey” can at times be overwhelming. There are so many things to consider and remember when it comes to the safety of our families and the planet. At the top of my greenie “to do” list is avoidance of all toxic chemicals that could potentially…
Jewelry With a Purpose: Zulugrass from the Leakey Collection
Jewelry with a story to tell When my boys were toddlers they used to tug on my earrings and necklaces until they broke or I bled-so for many years jewelry hasn’t been an option. My boys are a bit older now and they aren’t constantly pulling on me and/or my jewelry, but I still don’t…
Midyear Resolution: Eat Local Sustainable Food
Who says New Year’s resolutions have to start on January 1? The Babylonians did. The tradition of resolutions started way back when with the Babylonians and people all over the world have been breaking them ever since. Bad timing January 1st doesn’t work for me. I am usually digging deep down into my bag of…
