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I’ve never been much of an environmentalist, in fact - I’m not really at all. But I am worried. I am concerned. At times, the fear is overwhelming, and the lack of action from our leaders leaves me feeling hopeless. What will the earth look like when my children are adults? Will they be able [...]
So you’re loosing weight, or your child grows (again!), or you just hate the clothes in your closet. What now? Likely, you pack up all the unwanted items into a bag and head to Goodwill, or another thrift store. When we donate our clothes, we are buying into a fantasy that we are doing something [...]
For those who don’t know, I created and ran my own nonprofit for four years, many moons ago. It was called Cheti and it was something I poured my heart and soul into - something I considered my mission in life. I launched it after a month-long volunteer trip to Tanzania, where I taught elementary [...]
*top pic from BBC i had heard a lot of negative news on palm oil but hadn’t given myself the time to really dig in and get the full story. it’s a very complicated problem that doesn’t really lend itself to a straightforward solution. i know there are a lot of people out there that [...]
these last few weeks have been so busy for our little fam. we’ve been out of town visiting family the last couple of weekends, had visitors this weekend, and are headed out of town this week again! traveling with two toddlers is no easy feat and i have to admit, i’m already dead tired. i [...]
*cover image source: sustainability.uq.edu Fast fashion is the term used to describe clothing designs that move quickly from the catwalk to the stores to align with new trends. Fast fashion allows mainstream consumers to purchase trendy clothing at an affordable price. The quicker turn-around of “fashionable” items began in the 90’s when shopping went from an [...]
father’s day is around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about that special man in our lives…. whether our own father, or our baby daddy. if they’re anything like the men in my life, they deserve some special TLC. here’s a few earth-friendly ideas to treat your men like the kings they are. [...]
quick reminder: on your journey to save the planet, be sure you're saving yourself too. taking care of ourselves can often fall in last place. ESPECIALLY as moms, or care-takers of any kind, which so many of us women are. stating we need an hour of "self-care" a day can seem like an impossible task, [...]
I’ve been composting for a month or so now, and I think I have it down... kind-of. I thought I would share a quick 101 to show you just how easy it is to get started. Buy a kitchen bin. Like this, or this. There’s a filter in the top so there’s no smell. Identify a [...]
Ever since I became a Startingbloc Fellow, (a social entrepreneurship fellowship program) back in 2012, I have been following/stalking the development of sustainable companies and their growth in mainstream popularity. I’m so pleased to see the continuing adoption of the B Corp (Benefit Corps) certification by brands, and the increased awareness for what it means [...]
b3b1d2b41eb6a7cb5ab9d1ae3bbbe209b7601924ef08e71984 With the big holiday coming up - we very often think of very “American” celebrations: lots of meat on the grill, balloons, plastic silverware and single-use plates, lots of cheap flags and toys, and of course, fireworks. Additionally, you may have already seen posts on social media - but this month is Plastic Free [...]
