I remember the first time I heard of the #Labels4Edu (Labels for Education) program as a child. I was in elementary school and my class was told about collecting Campbell’s Labels for Education from their soup cans so we could get money for our school. It was so exciting to feel like I was helping […]
Author: Christine
4 Tips for Responsible and Mindful Travel in Asia
So, you finally booked your ticket for your Asian dream vacation and you’re all excited, as Asia is one of the world’s most popular destinations, and particularly friendly to travelers and expats. However, it is still very different in many ways, and you’ll need to do some preparation before you go. You also have to […]
Green Ways to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is a fairly new invention when you look at the invention timeline. It was not until the 50’s that many homes had them even though the closest relative of the modern air conditioner was invented nearly 50 years before that and it was for keeping humidity under control in a plant. Even […]
How to Eat Sustainably on your Vacation
When most people go on vacation, they don’t think too much about food choices. When you are traveling, it seems to be a little harder to eat sustainably since you don’t often have the option of being “picky”. If eating sustainably, is important to you, even while you are on vacation, than this […]
#ad Strawberry Peach Wine Slushie
Most seasons bring up a few foods and moods that seem to stick to them. For me, summer is all about fresh fruit, wine and any kind of BBQ food I can enjoy. It’s about cool evenings, time spent outdoors and travel for me. While I would love to travel across the seas this […]
15 Eco Friendly Travel Products to Pack
Recently, I wrote a post about making your vacation a greener one. When I was writing that post, I thought about the fact that there must be some really awesome Eco-friendly travel products out there to make your trip even greener. I am all about trying to make my carbon footprint smaller if at all […]
Avoid this summer threat!- Tips for Avoiding Heat Stroke
It seems to happen to me every summer. I forget the dangers of being in the sun too long and I end up with some minor burns and heat exhaustion. Heat exhaustion can be very dangerous, as can sunburns.The CDC estimates that 400 people die from heat stroke/exhaustion every year! To avoid this summer […]
5 Ways to Save Energy at Home
When reducing my carbon footprint and trying to save money at the same time, I like to look at all ways I can do both. One way is to reduce my energy use at home. This can be done in so many ways and it is easy to do as well as being more cost […]
6 Smart Composting Tips for Small Space Living
There is something really nice about saving money and growing a small garden even if you live in an apartment and only have a limited amount of space to work with. If you start with composting your own leftover items and create a small, but useful soil, you can produce and grow something! Check […]
Eco-Friendly Laundry Tips
In an effort to make simple changes to going green, one way you can do this is by following greener tips for saving energy and time. I love the added bonus of saving money as well! Eco-Friendly Laundry Tips If you are really wanting to go green all the way with your laundry, […]
Citrus Rose Lip Scrub
Lip scrubs are one of my favorite DIY beauty crafts to do. For one, they are incredibly easy to make. This means that they can be made on the fly and whenever your lips need a little TLC. With us heading into the fall season now, my lips are seeing the effects of the season. […]
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Value Village Shopping Tips
When I lived in Missoula, there was only the Goodwill as far as chain thrift stores. I moved the Spokane, WA at the beginning of August last year and immediately sought out thrift stores. I fell in love with the Value Village. It is a chain thrift store that donates money to local causes and […]
How to Teach Your Child to Love Nature
Samantha is sharing tips on how to teach your child to love nature. I grew up in Montana and nature was and still is a big part of my life then and now. How to Encourage Your Child to Love Nature In this age of TV, computers, and electronic gadgets, children are […]
10+ Perfect Fruit Salads for Summer Get-Togethers
Ashley is sharing some great fruit salad recipes that are perfect for all of your backyard BBQs and family reunions! When I think of a fruit salad, I tend to think of a bunch of fruit cut up and thrown into a bowl. However, that can get a little boring. With these 10 perfect fruit […]
CBD Simplified: What You Need to Know About the New Health Trend
The herb that was once associated with teenage slackers and tie-dye hippies has now become a major worldwide health trend, with a seemingly endless list of benefits for the body and mind. You see it in everything from oil bottles to skin lotions to smoothies. But amidst all the buzz and all the claims, what […]
Why You Don’t Need to Give Up K-Cups When Going Green
Going green should not even be optional in 2019, given the condition of the planet, but it still is unfortunately. If you have chosen to take the right path though, it’s a great step towards a better future and one that requires courage and sacrifice initially. Now the question is, can K-Cups still be a […]