Live Green | Declutter | Simplify Life
Like many people, I have been reflecting over the last few days on the year that is ending and what I want to accomplish next year.
I did a quick inventory of the changes that I made this year and how much waste I’ve reduced. I was shocked when it added up to over 3,600 items.
When you’re trying to reduce waste and live a more sustainable life, there’s nothing more dismaying than filling garbage bags with discarded wrapping paper at the end of Christmas celebrations.
Today’s post has 10 low-waste gift wrap ideas to reduce the impact of your holiday celebrations.
Ahh…the perfect Christmas gift! Does such a thing even exist? At this time of year, we’re inundated with ads claiming to have the perfect gift for everyone on our list. But what do you do for people on your list who don’t want more stuff? Today’s post has creative Christmas gift ideas for minimalists and declutterers.
Getting glass clean without leaving streaks is a challenge. Can you really get streak-free windows without using chemical cleaners? I was skeptical until proven otherwise.
Some people love cleaning, claiming it has some sort of therapeutic effect. I am not one of those people. In fact, to say I don’t enjoy cleaning is definitely an understatement. However, since it’s a necessary evil, I’d rather not make the chore worse by exposing myself to toxic chemicals. Read on for helpful tips for chemical-free cleaning
I recently had an a-ha moment that I want to share with you. Zero-waste is not a realistic goal for me. Like many of you, I am a busy mom with a full-time job and interests that don’t involve scrutinizing what’s on my curb on garbage day. Is zero-waste realistic? Why am I writing […]
Back-to-school is almost here, meaning it’s time to start thinking about packing lunches. I don’t know about you, but that’s a chore I always hated. In today’s post, I’ve got some tips for zero-waste lunches. Pioneer day When my daughters were in elementary school, they learned about pioneers. Pioneer day was a fun activity where […]
You’re probably here because, like me, you’re looking for ways to live a greener, more environmentally friendly life. Whether you’re looking to reduce exposure to chemicals, eliminate waste, or just live a simpler life, I hope you’ll find something of interest.
