Growers and Grocers

Like many people, I’ve tried to reduce the number of plastic bags I bring home from shopping.  I have a decent number of canvas reusable bags that I take with me whenever I grocery shop.  However, there are times when I’ve forgotten to put them back in my van and I’ve had to go make […]

If your little Wicked Witch of West Chelsea insists upon a green Halloween, the Union Square Greenmarket defies gravity.
This season, unconventional colors and patterns are the new orange. Pumpkins come in skin tone matching green, white with green stripes, and a garishly cheerful white with orange stripes. If you want to be pop-u-lar, though your […]

When it comes to going green, it’s not a big deal to stop using paper napkins, reduce your shower time and start recycling.  But what about going green when decorating?  Can it be done?  What about if you have a budget?  Yes and no problem.
The folks at Country Home magazine share some fabulous tips on […]

When I first came across Commander’s Wild Side, by Ti Adelaide Martin & Tory McPhail, I immediately thought of my husband - the hunter. Just like any good ole Kentucky boy, he grew up hunting (and eating) deer, squirrel, and other little woodland creatures. I, however, grew up on Kroger steaks and frozen turkeys, thinking […]

I live in Kansas.  During the late spring, summer, and early fall months, Kansas is a seasonal eater’s paradise.  Just about every fruit, vegetable, and grain grows very well here and every weekend, someone is hosting a festival in honor of one bit of produce or another.
Then, starting about November and lasting until about March, […]

One of my go-to sites when it comes to produce, farms, eating organic, farmer’s markets, co-ops and more is the Eat Well Guide.  Just enter your location, or one that you’re visiting, and you will immediately get a list of sources for whatever you’re looking for. 
I just discovered a co-op less than 10 miles from […]

Here in the Northeast, farmer’s markets are going to be packing up soon, but if you happen to live in year-round farmer’s market territory, you’re lucky enough that they may stil be going strong.  The folks at FruitandVeggieGuru.com have some great tips to help you get the most out of your farmer’s market. 
1. Find out […]

Need to get rid of carpet, but don’t have any idea
how to do it in an earth-friendly way? 
Visit Carpet America Recovery Effort!
Wonder what in the world they actually do with the carpet?

Old carpet is going into composite lumber (both decking and sheets), tile backer board, roofing shingles, railroad ties, automotive parts, carpet cushion, stepping stones, […]

Besides getting the latest dish on Jennifer Aniston’s newest love or Britney Spears’ new video, OK! magazine is a surprising source for other useful information as well … like tips for throwing a green party.  In a recent issue, here are a few of their suggestions:
Table linens: Go for anything organic that can be washed […]

When it comes to ensuring that my family is eating the correct number of servings from each of the food groups, I try to keep track of it all in my head.  We all need 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables, which is often where I think we are lacking.  How do people keep track […]