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The Myth About Green Living

4:35 am in Family, Green Living, Green Tips, Home, household, Tips by Katie Nielsen

If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard someone remark how expensive adopting green living practices is, I could probably quit my 9 to 5. While green living is more of a lifestyle than simple habits, when you implement eco-friendly practices into your daily life, you’re likely to find they are neither costly [...]

5 Ways to Have a Green Halloween

2:53 am in Uncategorized by Katie Nielsen

October 31 will be upon us in just a few short weeks and children across the country are gearing up for one of their favorite holidays (second only to birthdays).  In the midst of decorating your home and finding the perfect costumes, take a moment to ponder how what you’re doing is impacting the environment.  [...]

Greenify your Beauty Routine

5:11 am in Uncategorized by Katie Nielsen

Did you know the average American woman spends a staggering $449,127 on beauty throughout her lifetime (according to Newsweek.com)?  Think about how often you purchase the latest and greatest beauty product – it probably adds up to quite a bit of packaging and waste, not to mention money spent.  In addition, many of the beauty [...]

How to Make Green Living a Family Affair

10:33 pm in Uncategorized by Katie Nielsen

Introducing your kids to green living is far easier than you think…trust me!  Here are seven easy and effective ways to teach them the value of eco-friendly practices while being a life-size example yourself.
Opt for an Active Lifestyle – Show your children the value of being active and enjoying the great outdoors; walk, bike, and [...]

Folding Recycling Bins for Must Have Monday

12:37 am in Uncategorized by Jayme Westervelt

For ages I’ve wanted to contribute to the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle movement…but have never really been able to remember to do such things as put paper in a special place so that I can drop it off at the recycling center.  And, if you knew me, you’d know it’s been a secret desire of mine [...]