To understand what the slow movement is and what it could mean in our lives, we first need to take a look at what life is currently like for most of us today. We have schedules that are generally jam-packed full of things to do ranging from work, to errands, to chauffeuring kids to after school activities. Often times our schedules are so full during the week that it is often hard for some of us to plan meals and cook a decent dinner… which of course can mean purchasing take-out foods several … [Read more...]
7 Simple Tips for Healthy Eating at Home
Yesterday I read an article that really raised my eyebrows recently. The article claimed that 40% of American meals are now purchased and consumed outside the home. This is very scary for the future health and wellness of this country and for generations of children. I myself used to be a big fast food eater so I totally get why it has become so addicting. My first child used to have McDonald's 5 days a week while I was working. Then I got cancer and had a big revelation about my health and my … [Read more...]
15 Things I do to Save Money
As I was compiling a list of 15 things I do to save money I was amazed how many of these things I do to further my causes as a natural and green mother. 1. I cook from scratch. 2. I buy foods and home products in bulk. 3. I make my son's school lunches. 4. I use cloth diapers and usually sewed them myself. 5. We do crafty things and DIY projects at home. For instance, we make our own play dough. 6. I shop at garage sales. 7. I make my own household products or beauty … [Read more...]
Moms and Money
I got a great response form readers about my cheapskate series which addressed living naturally and frugally at the same time. I got many emails from moms who liked the information on budget beauty, pregnancy on the cheap, and garage sale decorating. Some of these articles were picked up by blog carnivals like The Festival of Frugality. The response really opened my eyes to how important money matters are to most moms and natural and green moms are no exception. That is why I thought you … [Read more...]
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