We are living on this planet as if we had another one to go to. I know some don’t care. Hopefully, if you stumbled upon my blog, you are one who is curious or does care. We have been treating our earth pretty poorly. At first, I think it was an innocent mistake, but since…
Why You Don’t Need Bulk Stores to Reduce Waste
Since living in Germany, we haven’t had access to big, bulk stores like in the states. Honestly, I may not even go back to them. Buying toilet paper wrapped in plastic that is wrapped in more plastic is no longer my style now that I know there are other options. Buying a huge bag of…
Eco Friendly Easter
The environment is where we all meet; where we all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share.– Lady Bird Johnson Spring here is friends! Although we’ve still had some snow and chilly weather, the birds are singing like crazy. It makes my heart happy & my morning yoga peaceful….
Beginners Guide to Polish Pottery Shopping
Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventures. Before moving to Germany, I remember someone mentioning that we had to go to Poland to shop for Polish Pottery. Of course, I kind of brushed this off as we don’t tend to enjoy the things that people say you HAVE to do. We enjoy being…
For the Love of Composting
“The Earth will not continue to offer its harvest, except with faithful stewardship. We cannot say we love the land and then take steps to destroy it for use by future generations.”—John Paul II Today I’m gonna geek out and talk about something that I love…Composting! So what exactly is composting? It is the natural…
Tips for Traveling Low Waste
“Remember that happiness is a way of travel, not a destination.” -Roy M. Goodman As I prepare for a trip and think about what I’m going to pack, I realized all the unnecessary plastic and waste that I come into contact with each time we travel. This is especially true if we fly. So what’s…
Why Cruelty Free Is Better For the Environment
“As long as humans continue to be the ruthless destroyed of other beings, we will never know health or peace. For as long as people massacre animals, they will kill each other. Indeed, those who sow the seed of murder and pain will never reap joy or love.”– Pythagoras of Samos, ca. 530 BCE Why…
The Shocking Truth About Food Waste
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”—Margaret Mead Have you ever thought about the food you throw out? Do you think that your food that goes into the trash decomposes? Unfortunately, food that goes into the landfill probably won’t…
DIY Dryer Balls & Their Benefits
I only feel angry when I see waste. When I see people throwing away things we could use. – Mother Teresa Do you like to save money? Be healthy? Help the environment? Do you ever have those months or items that you can’t hang your laundry outside? I love hanging our laundry because of the…
Best Winter Essential Oil You May Not Think Of
To keep the body in good health is a duty, otherwise, we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear. Life is not merely being alive, but being well. Essential oils have numerous uses and are gaining in popularity. This is good because more are wanting natural, toxin free alternatives better for…