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Let's just get to the point. The pandemic has a done a lot to us. I know. But I am writing this post for one reason only, so let me just get to it. I drove a lot these last few months. I normally walk or take the bus, but with "no where to go", … Continue reading Offset Your COVID Carbon with Credits
I don't have to tell you about the dangers of not using sunscreen. For fun on how we used to know so little, watch this hysterical comparison bit of a 1980s mom vs a 2019 mom. I cried so hard from laughing my butt off watching this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKWn3t8UJcE But there are dangers to the planet … Continue reading Protect More Than Your Skin With Sunscreen
Granted I live in a small house, but I can't stand clutter. So when we found out we were having kids, I immediately asked our families to respect our rule: no "new" toys (and frankly, to vet used and thrift toys by us first). I knew I wanted to raise them in a house where … Continue reading Minimalist Approach To Toys Maximizes Child’s Play and Minimizes Environmental Impacts
I am in a stage of life right now where my holidays are local. We don't wander too far from home. With little kids, this just works for us. For a couple of years, we've been vacation-bound to the shores of Wasaga Beach with the extended family for our summer getaway. While playing with my … Continue reading The Grass Can Be Greener On The Sandy Side
Summer really just started. But with the stresses of COVID-19 and being on a distance learning program for four months, parents are not just soaking in bits of vacation and sunshine, but I am sure the last thing they are thinking of is *gasp* back to school shopping. (Ha! Or maybe they are considering the … Continue reading Back To School Lunches Are As Green As Your Veggies
I love food. I love my local dives and restos. When I am working, it's so easy to jet away from my desk and eat downtown or take the grub back to the office with me. Most takeaway places are moving towards compostable takeout containers. I am seeing a lot more paper boxes, too. Hooray! … Continue reading I Say, “Fork You Plastic!”
