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Alternatives to Bubble Wrap

While bubble wrap may be a lot of fun for kids, and well, let us face it, adults, it is a manufactured product that we should do without. It is made of plastic, and contributes to the landfills and the garbage in the oceans. Here are some alternatives to bubble wrap. Virtual bubble wrap If you just can’t give up bubble wrap because of the fun, there are virtual alternatives. What is it about bubble wrap anyway, that makes it satisfying to pop, pop, pop? For ways you can get your bubble on, try the free iPhone or iPod Touch … Continue reading →

Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Celebration

We’re halfway through Valentine’s Day and if you haven’t already presented your sweetie with a gift from the heart don’t fret. You still have time to impress him or her and keep yourself out of the dog house. Check out these easy and affordable ideas for making tonight a special one for your true love: Decorations: Grab a few wire hangers from the closet and bend them into heart shapes. Cover the wire with red or pink ribbon and glue the ends together. If you have time and money, you could embellish the heart with silk flowers. Otherwise, just place … Continue reading →

Why I Don’t Like Green Cleaners

While using green cleaners can be better than using more traditional commercial cleaners, I can not say that I am jumping up and down to buy them and use them. I have to admit that many of these cleaners come in attractive and stylish bottles and contain very pleasant scents. Despite this, there are several reasons that these cleaners have not convinced me, yet, to purchase and use them on a regular basis. Here is why. Most of these green cleaners are not available for purchase in bulk. Because of this, these cleaners have an impact on the environment through … Continue reading →

What Paper Products Can Your Put into Your Recycling Bin?

Are there items that you could be recycling but aren’t? You might be surprised to learn that your recycling bin could be fuller than you might think. I was helping a good friend and neighbor prepare for a party that she was giving that night. As we prepared many dishes, we opened packages and cans. The cans went into the recycling bin, of course, and the styrofoam meat trays had to go into the trash. It was then that I noticed that my friend had thrown away her paper egg carton. She was completely unaware that it could be recycled. … Continue reading →