Recently there are been a recall on plastic bottles. Plastic needs to be used wisely and with caution, and should only be used when you are unable to use anything else. Environmentally plastic is becoming a very hazardous thing. Plastics are made from petroleum, and a non-renewable resource extracted and processed using energy-intensive techniques that destroy fragile ecosystems. Plastic bags are filling up our landfill sites and they are being eaten by a large amount of land animals. Read more »

Its time to focus on lifestyle  changes, some adjustments in our daily activities in life. These small changes can make a huge impact in Global Warming. There are many ways of reducing household waste. Less toxic household cleaners, green gardening techniques and pet products. There are tips from engineers, chemists, environmentalists, recycling experts, government agencies, medical professionals, appliance-makers, Master Gardeners. Read more »

I have a zoo living in my house. From dogs, to cats, to birds, to guinea pigs, and children. Our carpets hold a lot of dirt that we cannot even see. I guess that is another reason why so many people have allergies. It is so important the air in our homes are clean, as well as our carpets. We must keep in mind though, when we clean our carpets, the type of cleaner we use. There is no need to spend our money on chemicals when we can use the natural products out there. I even find that it makes my carpet smell so much better then those store bought cleaners. Read more »

I know your sitting there thinking, oh no, not Cod Liver Oil. That stuff tastes horrible. Well our grandmothers and great grandmothers knew what they were doing all those years ago. We all have good intentions trying to eat well, and make sure our bodies get the right vitamins. If you live in a colder climate, or just don’t get outside enough, then you really need to look into another way of getting your vitamin D. If you are like many of us, winter time brings on depression, and just a feeling of not feeling healthy. Our bodies are really lacking vitamin D, which we get from the sun. Cod Liver Oil is a healthy supplement, that even tastes better then it ever has. They now sell it with lemon added. Read more »

There are many benefits of Meditation. Physical, Metal,  Emotional, and Spiritual. Anyone can meditate. Finding the time in your day will be the hardest part, and keeping your focus on the here and now. Not the past, and not the present. I have found that mediation has brought more peace to my life. It not only helps me deal with life’s stresses, but it brings me back to the here and the now. Using the Mala Beads, helps me to keep my focus, when my mind starts to wander during my meditation. Read more »

It’s that time of year again, when we try to get our head wrapped around the changes in our life that need to be made. But we do not just need to think about the changes that we need to make for ourselves, but the changes we need to make and take to help our environment. How about reducing waist while taking a little bit off of our waist line? Imagine, riding your bike to work, or on the weekends to run those errands. You will not only be taking care of our planet, but taking care of your heart, and your body all at the same time. Read more »