Fuel Economy (MPG) For us, the reduced green house gas and other emissions are more important to us than the fuel cost savings, but they go hand in hand. Our annual combined driving distance for both vehicles is about 15,000 – 16,000 miles thanks to things like occasionally e-bike commuting, trip chaining and working close […]
The Lifecycle Cost of Disney Products
Posted on July 16, 2012 Written by 1 Comment
There are many things that go into what makes something “green”. When deciding which of a number of items to buy, like shirts for example, someone who is trying to be eco-conscious ought to look at the entire life cycle cost of the goods involved. This can be very difficult for the consumer to do […]
What’s Green For Dinner?
Posted on July 14, 2012 Written by 1 Comment
Fried green tomatoes andfried zucchini –our green dinner This isn’t your typical Mommy Blog, so our loyal readers probably have no idea what we usually eat for dinner. However, sometimes living green is eating green. There are many things you can do to eat green: Eat local – A lot of the carbon that goes into producing […]
Solar Panel Jewelry is Made in the USA – Giveaway
Posted on July 3, 2012 Written by 42 Comments
Solar Panel Necklace Happy Independence Day! This giveaway was run in 2012, but you can buy Solar Panel Jewelry directly on Etsy. Thanks for stopping by the Made in the USA Giveaway Hop, hosted by Happy Mothering and A Year of Jubilee Reviews through the Green Moms Network. Each year as a nation we spend […]
What is Important When Buying a New Room Air Conditioner
Posted on June 23, 2012 Written by 1 Comment
This is for Jen. Earlier this week was the hottest day in our area all year – by far – and it was only June. That day I was picking my kids up from my friend’s house, and she told me that her air conditioner had decided to leap to its death – literally. […]
Go Solar For Mother’s Day
Posted on May 6, 2012 Written by Leave a Comment
If you are still looking for something for that special mom in your life, consider Solar Panel Jewelry. Orders placed by Tuesday will arrive in time for Mother’s Day. Alicia reminded me that after Valentine’s Day, several people wished they had known about the jewelry I make as it would have been perfect for their […]
Green Features of E-readers (Giveaway Over)
Posted on April 9, 2012 Written by 9 Comments
Kindle Fire e-reader also plays games We’ll get to the Kindle Fire Giveaway Details shortly, but I want to take a minute or two to talk about the green features of e-readers. Over a thousand beautifully-illustrated children’s books available We do not have an e-reader, like the Kindle Fire, ourselves, but have been considering getting […]
Voting Everyday – Make It Count!
Posted on March 26, 2012 Written by Leave a Comment
Major election happen once a year or less, so please make your vote count and take environmental and social issues into account when you cast your ballot this November. Did you also know that you vote each and everyday when you choose to buy or not buy things? With the choices you make from your […]
Diva Cup Review
Posted on January 22, 2012 Written by 4 Comments
My sister and I are two totally different types of people and we live crazy-different lifestyles. However, we both like to be green and we do talk about all kinds of personal things, like feminine products. So when I told her that Lunapads.com had approached me about reviewing their eco positive period products, she told […]
LunaPads Review & Giveaway (OVER)
Posted on January 16, 2012 Written by 67 Comments
This giveaway is over, but you can read our reivew of LunaPads below and DivaCups here. Welcome to the Green Resolutions Giveaway Hop, hosted by Happy Mothering, Mama Chocolate and Purposeful Homemaking! In addition to my green giveaway, there are 40 additional blogs featuring eco-friendly prize packages. After you’re done entering my giveaway, please visit […]
