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Dr. Jane Goodall…On Inspiring Change
Published on Friday, April 20, 2012 by caryn "Just spend a little bit of time each day thinking about the consequences of the choices you make" -Dr. Jane Goodall She is considered to be the world's most prominent expert on chimpanzees and spent 45 years studying the species in Tanzania. Her institute has been innovative in establishing community-centered conservation and development programs in Africa. A... Read More » -
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Deepening Our Shade of Green…Organic Ga...
Published on Sunday, April 15, 2012 by caryn "Mommy, mommy!" my son called to me as we were walking back to our car together after a day at our local science museum. "That hurts the ea-rth!" He picks up the wrapper that had fallen out of the stroller and rushes it over to me, concerned. Even at 4, he understands some basic concepts of environmental responsibility. It wasn't until I had children that I r... Read More » -
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5 Ways to Reduce Stress Naturally *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, April 9, 2012 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Nicole L. Congrats! Don't underestimate the value of Doing Nothing, of just going along, listening to all the things you can't hear, and not bothering. ~Pooh's Little Instruction Book, inspired by A.A. Milne [caption id="attachment_31565" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: n... Read More » -
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Upcycled Easter Baskets For Kids
Published on Saturday, March 31, 2012 by caryn Every year, my children receive at least one Easter basket and likely two or three. The baskets vary and might be plastic and already filled or wood/wicker filled with items that have been hand-selected. The problem with receiving even one basket a year is that they add up...and then retire to their storage place never to be looked at again. This year I endeavore... Read More » -
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Palcycle: A Smarter, Safer Way To Buy, Sell, ...
Published on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 by caryn A trusted friend recently introduced me to the 100 Thing Challenge, a means towards achieving a simpler life. The basic premise is to get rid of some stuff in order to free up time, space, and energy to invest in things that really matter (like relationships). I love it. And, since Spring is always an optimal time to clean and de-clutter, I am committing to the ch... Read More » -
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Disneynature Set to Release Chimpanzee on Ear...
Published on Sunday, March 4, 2012 by caryn I've often been described as crunchy...especially given the fact that I'm from Southern California. If you've read my blog, you know that my journey to becoming more environmentally responsible was inspired by my children. No one person can do everything, but every person can do something and that is the philosophy that my husband and I try to live by. Some of the thi... Read More » -
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Seventh Generation…Lorax Approved! *Giv...
Published on Friday, March 2, 2012 by caryn Today is the day! Universal Pictures' The Lorax debuts in theaters nationwide on the day that Dr. Seuss would have turned 108. You've read my review...and got an inside look at the film from the the perspective of Betty White and Danny DeVito! But did you know that Seventh Generation has partnered with the film to feature limited edition Lorax prints on all of the... Read More » -
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Gluten-Free Goodness From Udi’s
Published on Sunday, January 8, 2012 by caryn Up until a few years ago, there wasn't a lot of discussion regarding gluten intolerance and celiac disease. People I know suffered and underwent a series of tests before being diagnosed with the autoimmune disease. I can't even imagine how difficult it would be to completely eliminate gluten from my diet. Yet, the alternative, suffering with uncomfortable and de... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Recipes: Spinach Artichoke Dip
Published on Monday, October 17, 2011 by caryn We're right in the midst of football season and we know plenty of couples who's husbands have a regular date with the television on Sunday afternoons. When we lived in LA, a group of us would take turns hosting the other couples at our homes for informal Sunday afternoon football gatherings. We'd each bring a dish and the women would chat while the men cheered and... Read More » -
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The Sustainability of Glass *Giveaway*
Published on Tuesday, August 30, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winner, Mary Gardner! For the past few years, my husband and I have been mindful of plastics. We've almost completely eliminated plastic water bottles (apart from when we're traveling and finding filtered water is difficult), opting for reusable and glass whenever possible. I carry a supply of reusable bags in my trunk and... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Back to School…Eco-Style ...
Published on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winners: Vicki Wurgler, Jenn S, Donna K, Laura Emerson! [caption id="attachment_26281" align="alignleft" width="192" caption="Photo Credit: hortongrou "][/caption] While we're still enjoying warm summer days at the beach, the back to school season is nearing. Even in our own household, things will be different this ... Read More » -
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Summer Energy-Saving Tips
Published on Thursday, June 30, 2011 by caryn June flew by, and with it went the temperate weather that we always get here in Southern California. June Gloom is gone and in it's place are temperatures well into the 80s and 90s. During the spring and fall months, we rarely use air conditioning. We simply open windows if it's warm and ensure that the blinds are closed during the time when the sun's heat is at... Read More » -
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Forward with Ford: A Look At Trends and The F...
Published on Monday, June 27, 2011 by jason My wife may not admit it often, but I am an integral part of her site. Usually, I'm in the background, from shooting video and editing to coding and design. And that is about all I have time for, with my own very demanding job, forget starting my own blog! But occasionally, I go to events and write about something that she wouldn't otherwise have time to cover. So the... Read More » -
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Eco Pick of the Week: CamelBak Groove *Giveaw...
Published on Monday, June 13, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Zoe! Congrats! Several years ago, I made the decision to stop purchasing bottled water. Not only is the plastic harmful to our environment, the water has not been proven to be any safer than tap water (Environmental Working Group). At home, we use a water pitcher that contains a filter, so that we... Read More » -
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Eco Pick Of The Week: Mrs. Meyer’s Clea...
Published on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 by caryn A few years ago, I found it very difficult to find safe, sustainable skin care and cleaning products for our family. These days, the sheer number of choices can be overwhelming. While I definitely have my favorites, I'm always open to trying new eco-friendly products to see if there might be something that works more effectively for our family's needs, is more affor... Read More » -
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Coco’s Organic, Fair Trade Coffee *Give...
Published on Thursday, May 26, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is kolpin. Congrats! Before you take a drink of your morning cup of java, you may want to think about the farmers and their families and how they are affected by current industry practices. These farmers receive wages that are not even sufficient to cover the cost of production, resulting in poverty an... Read More » -
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An Introduction To Fair Trade
Published on Monday, May 9, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Brian E. Congrats! So what is fair trade? I've been asked that question on numerous occasions and how the concept fits in with green living. The simple answer is that Fair Trade products come from farmers and workers who are justly compensated for their work. Fair Trade USA is "a non-profit orga... Read More » -
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Eco-Friendly Crafting With Kids *Giveaway*
Published on Friday, May 6, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Jacob. Congrats! [caption id="attachment_23883" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: flaivoloka"][/caption] With the weather warming up, my children and I are excited about exploring the museums, parks, and family-centered venues here in Southern California. ... Read More » -
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Inexpensive Kid-Friendly Outdoor Activities *...
Published on Thursday, April 28, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Suzanna60. Congrats! [caption id="attachment_23685" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: thadz"][/caption] In our highly digital age, it's often a struggle to limit our overall screen time. While my son does play the occasional game, it's not something we're in the h... Read More » -
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Earth Day 2011
Published on Friday, April 22, 2011 by caryn It's Earth Day, and I spent the day taking care of the teeniest babies in Orange County. They are the children...teenagers...adults who will be living on this Earth in the coming years. What I am doing to the Earth today matters for these teeny, tiny babies. I like Earth Day because of the awareness it brings to eco-issues like sustainability and conservation. ... Read More »
