I’m Dreaming of a Green Christmas
Gather those bows and save that paper When my family is eagerly gathered for gift-openings, we set up a special box or gift-bag nearby to collect the bows and ribbons. I store and reuse dust-free and...
View ArticleVintage Christmas Cards
Here is my way of offering my genuine gratitude to everyone who visits, likes, comments, and follows this humble blog ~ I hope you enjoy these lovely vintage reminders of holiday seasons past, as we...
View ArticleNaturally Ice-Free Walkways
Why It’s Worth The Extra Effort to Avoid Using DeIcers Improper or over use of deicers is harmful to gardens, animals, and the environment. Most deicers are chemicals which contain high levels of salt....
View ArticleThrow A Sweater On
~ Cold? Put a Sweater On! ~ This morning I got a chill that took a hold of me, and the title of this post popped into my mind. After checking the thermostat in the hall and our indoor thermometer to...
View ArticleBenefits of Homemade Chicken Soup
~ The Very Real Benefits of Homemade Chicken Broth ~ Sure it’s easy enough to pick up cans or a box of chicken broth at the store, but even with purchasing organic products the extra processing...
View ArticleVeggies Rock!
I marvel at the simple wisdom in the words of a friend who recently shared that she’d read how vegetarians have been found to be more healthy than the rest of the general population not necessarily...
View ArticleFunny Garden Signs
I wanted to share a chuckle with you today. Happy Spring! [Randomly sourced images off Google]
View ArticleUpcycled Lotion Bottle
Clever blogger Ashley has a ‘crazy little corner’ over at Make It and Love It where she diligently crafts miracles. Here’s a salute to her repurposing of an empty lotion bottle. While she initially...
View ArticleTime to Start Herbs
Well, actually anytime of year is a great time for starting herbs from seeds indoors but especially now as the colder months sweep over us. It’s so heartening to enjoy the aroma of fresh growing herbs...
View ArticleOnion Storage Idea
Oh my goodness, how clever is this?! Put your harvest of onions into the nylon leg of re-purposed pantyhose, tying a knot after each one that’s added, and hang in a cool dark place such as your...
View ArticleUses for Olive Oil and Apple Cider Vinegar
Found these great posters to share! I haven’t done research on these tips so use at your own discretion. I use EVOO for mascara removal (in those rare instances when I wear it) as well as for a bath...
View ArticleMake The Pledge
Nikki Miles is a talented illustrator who urges us to ‘Do The Green Thing’. With this poster she playfully challenges us to take it easy on the meat with a pledge to eat more veg. I’m with you Nikki!...
View ArticleGreen Bronx Machine
“A whirlwind of energy and ideas, Stephen Ritz is a teacher in New York’s tough South Bronx, where he and his kids grow lush gardens for food, greenery – and jobs. Just try to keep up with this New...
View ArticleA Candle Lit Evening
Let’s make tonight special as we light a few candles at 8:30pm and turn off all non-essential lights around our homes and businesses to help support and celebrate Earth Hour. Last year, WWF’s Earth...
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