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*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 [...]
I may have the world’s most sensitive armpits. Seriously. I decided to go au natural, and have since been trying to find the perfect deodorant. Now, the below are all packaged in plastic - so they’re not perfect, but bear with me on my journey here. Keep in mind, if you haven't switch or are [...]
