I love a farmer’s market – it’s quaint, inexpensive and supports local farmers. I think farmer’s markets have become more popular in our area in recent years because of the economy and because of a passion for buying locally. However, I found another local service that brings people even closer to their local farmers. I stumbled across a website that [...]

It’s a challenge to find a good second-hand store. Part of my Clothing Challenge this year will be exploring the stores and writing about what I find. Second-hand stores can be overwhelming, especially if you have never been to one. Don’t let the first time, scare you away. Some second-hand stores may be full of clutter,  unorganized, and claustrophobic, which [...]

My family and I do enjoy movies. As a parent, I don’t have time to keep up with all the newest movies, unless it’s kid-friendly. Once in awhile though, we’ll schedule a babysitter and enjoy a movie date night. One of the best things I started to do is reserve DVDs from the local library online. Not only is it [...]

Back in the day, grocery stores bagged your items in paper bags. Then, in the late 1970s, the plastic bag was modernized and the choice between paper or plastic eventually diminished. Plastic bags offered a low-cost, compact solution for retailers, but also created an environmental risk. The plastic bag dilemma created a litter problem and a hazard for wildlife. According [...]

Some people are gifted with a green thumb and some people are not. I am not. However, that doesn’t stop me from trying to grow a plant or two. I currently have a few potted plants in my office and about three at home. One plant that doesn’t die on me is the Philodendron, a tropical American climbing vine plant. [...]

As a part of my journey, I decided to start from the beginning, so I found a checklist of clothes that women should always keep in their fashion wardrobe. These basic items are standard, classic and timeless pieces that every woman should own. I scoured the internet and looked up a few reliable sources, such as Elle, Glamour and Lloyd [...]

After about a year of blog slumber, I decided to reignite my green blog. I suppose I was just waiting for the right time and the right focus. I decided to kick it off with a bang with my New Year’s Resolution. Recently, my husband and I reviewed our spending habits for 2010 and learned that our family of three [...]