green living

Eco Bags: A Perf Go Green Product Review

Posted February 16, 2009 - 06:58 by Myscha Theriault

Green Living

biodegradable plastic bags

Looking for a sure fire way to combat the plastic bag dilemma? Want to green with your household disposable plastics, but need something that's actually strong enough to stand up to the necessary rigors? Enter, Perf Go Green. To find out why I think they rock, and what they have to offer, read on.

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Gorgeously Green: A Book Review

Posted January 25, 2009 - 09:58 by Myscha Theriault

Green Living

Looking for an overall bible of green that doesn't require a chemical engineering degree to understand? Wanting to do your part without devoting months of research time to figure out your options? This title just might be for you. In fact, it's on a very short list of titles that have completely surpassed my expectations. To find out what I loved and learned, read on.

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Book Review: Eco-Friendly Families (Win a Copy!)

Posted September 12, 2008 - 19:16 by Linsey Knerl

Giveaways, Green Living

I didn’t know what to expect when I started into Eco-Friendly Families by Helen Coronato. I am, after all, only considered “moderately green.” Would this book, with over 200 pages of family time mixed with eco-awareness be too much for my already hectic lifestyle? Find out what I loved about it, and how you can snag a copy, too!

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Save the Rain Forest and Make Money Doing It

Posted September 9, 2008 - 06:42 by Myscha Theriault

Green Living, Real Estate and Housing, Investment

Looking for something a bit more exotic when you retire? Do tropical rain forests, cheap living and great organic coffee fit into your long range plan? If you are looking to live well and select sustainable investments as part of your portfolio, Costa Rica might be just the place for you.

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Seventh Generation's Struggling Student Give Away

Posted September 2, 2008 - 05:39 by Myscha Theriault

Giveaways, Green Living

A big area of expense for students? Laundry. Since Seventh Generation has been so supportive in the past, I gave them a call. As usual, they were happy to help. One lucky reader is going to receive a five item prize pack of Seventh Generation laundry and cleaning products. Read on for entry details and the full scoop on the prize package.**Editor's note: contest closed. The winner is being contacted. Please feel free to continue to leave tips or blooper stories if the mood strikes you. ****

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4 Reasons Why Green is Good, But Isn't Always Better

Posted August 24, 2008 - 10:46 by Linsey Knerl

Green Living

I'm all for taking care of the world around us. Is it possible, however, that we've taken “green” issues at more than their face value? Do we accidentally limit our discernment and give false credence to anything that calls itself “globally-aware”? Of course. And here are four ways we sell ourselves short by sporting those green-colored glasses.

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New Ideas for Old Neckties

Posted June 2, 2008 - 04:36 by Myscha Theriault

DIY, Green Living

Recently, at an open mic night event my husband and I attended with friends, I noticed an interesting use of a recycled necktie. Seeing this reminded me of a skirt I saw years ago in the same medium. So I got to thinking, what else can you create from old neckties?

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Coincidentally Green: Saving the Planet When you Least Expect It

Posted May 9, 2008 - 08:07 by Myscha Theriault

Green Living

It struck me recently as I was working on something in the kitchen that what I was doing was actually quite eco-friendly. The funny thing was, I made the actual choice as a budget strategy. So I started thinking, were there other areas of my life where I was being “coincidentally green”?

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Extreme Green: Part Two of My Quest for Solid Hair Care Products

Posted February 24, 2008 - 13:24 by Myscha Theriault

Green Living

With your interest and mine caught from my previous post on solid hair care products, I decided to continue the quest. My product tests and discoveries follow, including an unscented solid conditioner from a company that may not be on your radar yet. Read on.

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Extreme Green: Save Travel Stress and the Planet with Solid Shampoo!

Posted February 11, 2008 - 14:26 by Myscha Theriault

Art and Leisure, Green Living

Constantly maxing out your liquid toiletries allotment at the airport? Looking for a way to go super green with regards to reduced product packaging? Check this out!

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