Living in the United States means being frustrated whenever you pay attention to what is going on. Preserving our planet often takes a backseat to the corporate agenda. Their bottom line? Make as much money as possible. Well, this Christmas, we can do something about that. I have referenced this quote before, but now, during … Continue reading How to Have an Ethical Christmas
Want to hear a story? This amazing little boy, his existence was six years in the making. Undiagnosed infertility issues meant years of waiting for our little miracle. When he was born, I wanted to give him the world. I felt that the best way to love him was to give him all of the … Continue reading An Ethical Christmas
I had every intention of cooking up all the scrap pieces of my jack-o-lantern into yummy delicious treats… well, Halloween morning I woke up with full on chills, body aches, congestion… oh, yeah, the dreaded flu. The body aches and chills went away after a couple of days, but I swear I am still feeling … Continue reading Make Plans and… you know the rest
Happy Halloween eve, ya’ll! I hope you are enjoying all of the festivities! We have gone to a pumpkin patch and a neighborhood Fall festival so far this holiday. We have yet to carve our pumpkin, though! I am hoping to do that tonight! When I do, I plan on putting the zero waste philosophy … Continue reading Happy Haunting
Let’s talk sustainable fashion. This was a hurdle that I was not sure how well I could manage. When it comes to buying things for myself I am a cheapskate!!! My usual clothing purchases are infrequent (which is a good thing), but they used to be whatever was cheapest. The thing I failed to consider … Continue reading Sustainable and Ethical Fashion
Something you should know about me is once I decide to do something, I do it. I don’t usually take the slow and steady road. I go full immersion… even if that may not be the best path. Our zero waste journey has been abrupt and life altering, but very successful. I had hoped to … Continue reading Cheers to New Beginnings… and Patience
First of all, happy first week of Plastic Free July!! I hope you all are joining me in this challenge! Remember, it isn’t about perfection, it is about making change. One of the simplest and most important changes you can make to help our environment is to stop using plastic bags. On average, throughout the … Continue reading “Zero-Dollar Zero Waste Starter Kit:” Part 1 – Reusable Bag
