Over the weekend I read a great article on The Washington Post about the fact that women are reclaiming domestic activities...ala cooking, canning, knitting and such, and it asks whether this is empowering or a step backwards for women's progress. I think the article is beneficial because it is rightly painting domestic tasks in a favorable light and shows that women who pursue such things are finding enjoyment in them. But I also think it misses a larger point about feminism and … [Read more...]
Hurray for Ben and Jerry's
After months of discussion with the HSUS (The Humane Society of the United States) and weeks of hearing from concerned individuals like yourself, Ben & Jerry's has declared that it will adopt an exclusively cage-free egg policy for the eggs it uses in its ice cream. This decision will improve the welfare of tens of thousands of animals annually. As you know, Ben & Jerry's is putting the chicken before the egg and making a dramatic improvement in its animal welfare policies. By committing to … [Read more...]
Natural Baby Products
This is an addition to my green baby gift ideas post. I found some great green baby products recently at Lalanatural. One product that stood out to me was the SAGE CREEK - Natural Wooden Bell Rattle. Here is the description: Heirloom Baby Rattle. Made from carefully selected, sustainable maple, the same wood that gives us tasty maple syrup. Designed to provide enjoyment in touch, sight, sound and movement (especially when their little teeth are coming in). Destined to be handed down to … [Read more...]
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