The Other Side – The Basics of Going Green

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I want to take a moment and thank The Eco Chic for allowing me to write what I think—without editing. Last week, I wrote about breastfeeding; why I didn’t and my feelings about it. After I wrote it and emailed it to her, I thought she’s call me … [Read more...]

Less Money, Less Stuff, Less Waste

There is one positive thing about a weak economy...less waste!  The Tampa Tribune wrote an article about how the landfills are receiving less waste and the idea that the weak economy could be a reason.  It makes since, we're buying less stuff … [Read more...]

Eco-Bummer!

I was so excited about this school year (being my sons first year in Elementary School) that I went and bought him a new lunchbox that hooks onto his backpack.  We bought it months ago and surprised him with it the week before school started.  I … [Read more...]

Greener Hotels

I frequent many different hotel brands during the year on business and I always look for their green initiatives.  So how can you help the hotels go green?  1.  If you are staying for more than a day you can reuse the towels and ask them not to … [Read more...]

Waste, Part 2

Well I didn't get back from my trip until late last night so I didn't get to update you on my waste for the day.  I'm not sure this was the most representative day for me but I promised to follow-up.  So here is the rest of my waste from … [Read more...]