(My daughter in an Amish schoolhouse) I have written much about homeschooling versus public schooling. I have done both and each has advantages and disadvantages. I pretty much allow my kids to make their own choice as to the type of schooling they prefer and all three are in public schools right now. But for weeks now I have been considering pulling rank and taking my middle child, my daughter, out of school and continuing her education at home. I always thought she would be the best equipped … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2010
Sun Smarts Are Better Than Sunscreen
According to a report by The Environmental Working Group, only 8% of the beach and sport sunscreens (39 out of 500) offer sufficient protection AND ingredients safe enough to earn their "green" rating. In my safer sunscreens post I have highlighted some of the ones that received top honors on their list. It is becoming clearer to more and more people that the sunscreen industry is actually less about protecting our skin and more about marketing. How else can they continue to peddle the … [Read more...]
Eco Travel Lid
Just some link love for something I saw and fell in love with, the moment I saw it. For those that miss their Suran wrap here is a cloth wrap that fits over bowls for picnics, potlucks, overnight in the frig, etc. How cool is this??!?! And no need to whip out the wallet, the inventor has made a tutorial so you can make your own! BTW, please stop by Scholastic and vote for my blog in the green category for a Parent Blogger Award! … [Read more...]
Summer Love
In a few days the kids will all be out of school for summer and the plan for a summer of fun is already being put into action. The past few days and the next few weeks will be a tail spin for me as I tread new waters (more about that later) but for now I just need to put on my big girl panties and put all my energy into making sure my kids have a great summer, so they won't know how royally messed up stuff is right now. And I need to keep reminding myself that what doesn't kill me makes me … [Read more...]
Plastic is Forever
In this world of convenience we all need a reminder that that plastic is forever and the choices we make in purchasing plastic has an impact that goes beyond our wallet. Always, AWLAYS look for a plastic free alternative if you can. 5 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Plastic in the Home … [Read more...]
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