A guest post by Michael Fields Did you know that you could help the world just by the purchases you make? Many companies that offer necessary products also do good deeds locally, internationally and for the world as a whole. Some businesses focus on minimizing their carbon footprint, while others focus on humanitarian efforts – and many do both. Here are just a few of some of the great companies that are using their powers for good. Jatalo Jatalo founder Aditya Viswanathan took a trip to … [Read more...]
10 Ways for Tweens and Teens to Go Green at School
One of the most pressing reasons that so many parents seek to live a greener lifestyle is because they are mindful of the fact that the earth is an inheritance left to the children. What we do or do not do today, can and will be their problem to face tomorrow. This is why raising green kids is so important. Even at a young age they can be made aware of the issues facing their generation. Tween and teens are closer to their inheritance than younger children and they are also more aware of their … [Read more...]
Mary Jane’s Outpost Book Review
"If someone said 'Write a sentence about your life' I'd write, 'I want to go outside and play.'" - Jenna Elfman Awhile back I mentioned that one of my all time favorite books was MaryJane’s Ideabook - Cookbook - Lifebook by MaryJane Butters. I also LOVE her magazine. If I could wave my magic wand and give myself a life makeover... I might just have to be the next MaryJane Butters. She rocks! Anyway, a couple months ago I got her latest book called MaryJane's Outpost - Unleashing Your Inner … [Read more...]
Hiking and Backpacking With Kids
One of my all time favorite things to do is hike and unfortunately I have not done any hiking since moving to Ohio. :( I used to hike every day in Arizona because the mountain was literally just outside my door. Check out this pic taken just 6 feet from my bedroom patio. My best friend and I used to go hiking on South Mountain in Northern Phoenix about once a week as well. A couple days ago I was going through some books to see if I could donate any and I came across my large collection of … [Read more...]
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