Whoever cooks up your holiday meal probably gets sick of being in the kitchen by the time dinner is served. When it comes time to cleaning, some people opt for paper plates so they can throw them away and get back to spending time with the family.
This year, try to get the entire family involved. Yes, this will create a stir of complaints from anyone 20 and below [heck, maybe from everyone!], but set a kitchen timer for 7 minutes and have a tag-team type system. Seven minutes isn't full torture, but it is enough time for each team to get a few things done!
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Pesticides in your food-TAKE ACTION by Dec 31.
By December 31st, Pesticide Action Network of North America is asking you to go to their website and speak out about Monsanto to the Department of Justice. If you Google Monsanto you'll notice there are more negative sites than positive... the word 'unethical' appearing several times.
Some of the sites get a little technical with their bio-chemistry lingo, but browse the sites before you send your email.
Thank you for this link, readers !
Some of the sites get a little technical with their bio-chemistry lingo, but browse the sites before you send your email.
Thank you for this link, readers !
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Reusable water bottles
I tend to be a big water drinker. I have to carry around a huge water bottle with me to last the day because I'm on the go at all times and I'm never sure if I'll be somewhere where I can get water. My recycle bin was filled with empty water bottles every week.
Finally I did a little research and checked out some of the reusable water bottles out there. I was a little nervous about all the BPA talk, but I found one brand, Kleen Kanteen, that is made of stainless steel and does not have a plastic inner liner.
Since I'm also a huge tea drinker, I looked into getting a thermos that was environmentally friendly also. I found this brand called Aladdin at Wegman's which is made from around 25% post consumer content.
Here are some links to some water bottle reviews I looked at:
Tree Hugger
Safe Water Bottle Review
Finally I did a little research and checked out some of the reusable water bottles out there. I was a little nervous about all the BPA talk, but I found one brand, Kleen Kanteen, that is made of stainless steel and does not have a plastic inner liner.
Since I'm also a huge tea drinker, I looked into getting a thermos that was environmentally friendly also. I found this brand called Aladdin at Wegman's which is made from around 25% post consumer content.
Here are some links to some water bottle reviews I looked at:
Tree Hugger
Safe Water Bottle Review
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving fellow Americans!
Enjoy your day of turkey and loved ones. Don't forget to give thanks for all that you have and are thankful for.
Feel free to comment on here for one thing you are thankful for!
Enjoy your day of turkey and loved ones. Don't forget to give thanks for all that you have and are thankful for.
Feel free to comment on here for one thing you are thankful for!
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Holiday Shopping Ideas #2
Gift certificates support local businesses!
Some people tend to think of gift cards as an easy way out, but who doesn't love receiving them? A gift card is a good way to get that person into whatever business you want to share with them because you think they would love it - or you know they already shop there!
Some people tend to think of gift cards as an easy way out, but who doesn't love receiving them? A gift card is a good way to get that person into whatever business you want to share with them because you think they would love it - or you know they already shop there!
- Guys... girls love pedicures. Go to a local salon and get a gift certificate for a pedicure.
- Have anyone on your list who loves to try new things? Get them a gift certificate for a horse back riding lesson!
- Do you have a coffee lover on your list? Get a gift certificate for a local coffee shop, and maybe also give them some gourmet coffee.
- For the serious music lover, try a local music store. As a music lover myself, I could always use more cds or vinyl. (Yes, vinyl!)
- If you have an athletic person on your 'to buy for' list, get them a gift certificate to go rock climbing or to take a yoga class.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Alone in a field....
...and obviously have been for a very long time. Look! They're even mowed around.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Note worthy magazine
I don't usually have time to sit down and read through magazines, but there is one that does get me aching for a moment on the couch with a blanket and hot chocolate....
Ready Made magazine is a fantastic magazine aimed at getting people to use their brains and handyman skills rather than their wallets. It's filled with do it your self projects with labels for the skill level (ranging from monkey to craftsman) and amount of money (which is never much) you will have to spend to do this project. There are always reader contests to see who can come up with the best idea for a common item people usually throw in the trash.
It's a fantastic magazine I've found everywhere from Whole Foods to the library. And, when you're done with the magazine....
Ready Made magazine is a fantastic magazine aimed at getting people to use their brains and handyman skills rather than their wallets. It's filled with do it your self projects with labels for the skill level (ranging from monkey to craftsman) and amount of money (which is never much) you will have to spend to do this project. There are always reader contests to see who can come up with the best idea for a common item people usually throw in the trash.
It's a fantastic magazine I've found everywhere from Whole Foods to the library. And, when you're done with the magazine....
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Broken Windshield to Shower Door
Who knew a chipped windshield would ever turn out to be a good thing?
As Ron Sundholm's windshield was being replaced after a run-in with a rock, he began to wonder if his old windshield could be salvaged into something else. Six years later Ron created a laminating process which secures old windshield glass into a nearly unbreakable and completely safe panel. These panels can be used for shower doors, partitions, art, etc. Each panel is completely unique, and creates a fascinating piece of art.
Check out the website for Second Glass here.
As Ron Sundholm's windshield was being replaced after a run-in with a rock, he began to wonder if his old windshield could be salvaged into something else. Six years later Ron created a laminating process which secures old windshield glass into a nearly unbreakable and completely safe panel. These panels can be used for shower doors, partitions, art, etc. Each panel is completely unique, and creates a fascinating piece of art.
Check out the website for Second Glass here.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)