I sing the praises of good old fashioned blocks often. They are the the foundation of natural toy fun in my opinion. Simple, sustainable, fun, and a window to creativity. Both of my two boys love our Marble Run but those are a little too sophisticated for my toddler. Another good set of no frills blocks that rate high on my natural toys list are CitiBlocs. They are simple enough for toddler play but appealing to my nine year old as well... especially if you have enough of them to make an entire … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2009
Be Your Own Green Home Designer
More and more, folks are looking for simple and conscientious solutions to the planetary problems we face, while at the same time wanting to live in a home that is convenient and cozy. If you’re looking for a more eco-friendly home design you don't have to read design magazines, hire a prestigious designer, or win a home makeover. There are numerous quick, easy, and economical eco-friendly design options that virtually anyone can use. #1 Passive solar. The sun has amazing capabilities to … [Read more...]
My New Nephew – What a Smile!
What Makes Home Feel Like Home?
I have been thinking about this a lot lately. When we moved to our new place we were VERY slow to unpack and make it homey and I think that is a big part of why I haven't been able to bond with it so much. While I don't forsee staying here year very long I think that sense of feeling like you are "home" is very important. This weekend my camera bag fell out of my car onto the sidewalk and when I took it out to make sure it was okay, I ran inside to snap a quick test picture. I don't even think … [Read more...]
Where Does Your Food Come From?
In an interview with TreeHugger Joel Salatin made a couple comments that really struck home with me. I am a HUGE fan of Mr. Salatin... just read my 5 post review of his book Everything I Want To Do Is Illegal. Just imagine if people began discovering their kitchens again, and if the average household instead of popping irradiated amalgamated prostituted reconstituted, adulterated, modified and artificially flavored extruded bar coded un-pronounceable things into the microwave, actually prepared … [Read more...]
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