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Giving Back to the Next Generation of ValPLAYso

May 14, 2014 in NW Indiana, Social Good - 1 Comment

Jayden's school recently had a spirit week celebration to raise funds for ValPLAYso, one of our local parks. It's a unique little park with a lot of medieval quirks. The kids have done fun things like wear hats in class, dress like adults, and crazy hair day which I temporarily dyed Jayden's hair blue for. His friends thought… Read More »

30 Green Days / Thrift To Reduce Carbon Footprint

April 11, 2014 in Homemaking - No Comments

Thrifting is something that I've been doing ever since I was a little girl. Growing up in a single parent household made thrifting a necessary for survival. Nowadays it's like the best thing since sliced bread. At any rate, thrifting is a really great way to reuse items reducing energy and emissions used to produce and… Read More »

30 Green Days / How to Recycle Batteries

April 4, 2014 in Homemaking - 1 Comment

Batteries power a number of household items from cellphones, remote controls, flashlights, and cameras. While it's tempting to throw used batteries in the trash, it's highly discouraged as it can be detrimental to the environment. Between remotes, Bluetooth mice, and my external camera flash, we go through a ton of batteries. Americans buy almost 3… Read More »

30 Green Days / Setting Up a Recycling Center

April 2, 2014 in Homemaking - No Comments

Spring is here and it's the perfect time to make positive household changes. For us, that means making a more conscious effort to recycle. Recycling is one of those things that we've been slacking on, but I'm happy to report that our efforts to reduce waste are improving. A great way to recycle more efficiently… Read More »

30 Green Days / DIY Low Flow Toilet to Conserve Water

March 27, 2014 in DIY, Homemaking - No Comments

Did you know that toilets consume the most water in residential homes? Americans flush approximately 4.8 billion gallons of water down the toilet (EPA). That's insane! There are a few ways to go about reducing the amount of water your toilet uses - besides holding it in, hehe. You can purchase a low-flow toilet. If… Read More »

30 Green Days / Conserve Energy by Staying In Warmest Room & Using a Ceramic Heater

March 21, 2014 in Homemaking - No Comments

It's still pretty chilly here in the Midwest. While we patiently wait for the spring weather to set in, we're trying to run the central heat less. Our energy bills for the past few months have been OUTRAGEOUSLY high, but what can you do when it's OUTRAGEOUSLY cold outside? This winter has simply been the… Read More »

30 Green Days / Conserve Energy Using Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

March 19, 2014 in Homemaking - No Comments

I'm excited to announce that I'm partnering up with SC Johnson in the 30 Green Days Challenge. During this challenge, my family and I will be making a conscious effort to live a more sustainable lifestyle and I'll also be sharing some green living tips here, on the blog. I hope to inspire and encourage you… Read More »

Shea Moisture Products, Now At Walmart!

October 18, 2013 in Multicultural Lifestyle, Natural Hair - 1 Comment

When it comes to hair care products, I am pretty brand loyal and maybe downright obsessed. I'll try a new product here and there, but I will always default to my favorites. In the 7 years of my natural hair journey, I have found that less is more. Less products, less ingredients, less in price.… Read More »

Shopping Your Way To A Better World

May 14, 2013 in Get It, Social Good - 1 Comment

Do you ever feel that all the good news of the world gets overshadowed by the negativity out there? I mean, I don't know about you, but sometimes it feels like all the problems out there are too big to solve. It may be comforting to know that many of our every day choices as… Read More »

Sashay Yarn Ruffle Scarf + Wine Bottle Vase

May 10, 2013 in Arts & Crafts - No Comments

I don't know how to knit or crochet, but I sure did try to do whatever it is that yielded a mini ruffle scarf. Sashay Yarn made it somewhat easy. Let me explain... Red Heart sent me a care package with a few skeins of Sashay as well as some knitting needles and crochet hooks.… Read More »