Monthly Archives: December 2011

My Green New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Katie

1. No longer bring home any plastic shopping bags. I admit, I sometimes forget to bring my reusable bag. I always remember at the grocery, but often forget when shopping for other items. I found this super awesome reusable bag that folds up really … Continue reading →

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Yerba Mate

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Katie

I have been hearing a lot about Yerba Mate, so I thought I’d give it a try. I saw it at Trader Joe’s and picked up a bag. I am an avid tea drinker, and the things I had read … Continue reading →

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How to Reuse and Recycle Plastic Bags

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Katie

Oh, what to do with the 10,000 plastic grocery and shopping bags stuffed under the sink… Here are some great uses! 1. Make durable material Etsy offers a super cool tutorial on how to fuse plastic to make “material” for reusable … Continue reading →

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J.R. Watkins Shea Butter Hand Cream

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Katie

I recently filled out a Facebook campaign for a free sample of J.R. Watkins Naturals Apothecary Shea Butter Hand Cream Lemon Cream Scent. I had never heard of the company, so was interested to try it out. I really LOVED … Continue reading →

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Guilt Free “Cookie Dough” Dip!

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Katie

I am warning you. This dip is soo amazing, and soo good for you, you WILL NOT BE ABLE TO STOP EATING IT! You have been warned. I saw this recipe on a cooking blog I stumbled upon today (and … Continue reading →

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Green Your Christmas

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Katie

5 tips to Green your Christmas! Leave the wrapping paper at the store There are many creative ways to wrap gifts that don’t involve store bought paper, saving trees and your wallet! Consider wrapping your gifts in a reusable grocery … Continue reading →

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Champagne Tasting at Dorothy Lane Market

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Katie

The annual champagne tasting will be at the Dorothy Lane Market in Oakwood on December 28, 2011 from 6-8:30 pm. Enjoy complimentary appetizers, but there is a tasting fee for the champagne. Featuring a variety of fine champagnes and sparkling wines.

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Serve God Save the Planet

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Katie

I read a great book called Serve God Save the Planet by J. Matthew Sleeth, MD. I randomly pulled it off the shelf at the library, almost put it back, and decided to take it home and give it a … Continue reading →

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Green Your Grocery Trip

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Katie

Here are 5 easy ways to a greener grocery trip! Bring your own reusable bag This is simple, and saves many plastic bags from going in to landfills. If you save 10 plastic bags a trip by using your reusable … Continue reading →

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Great Guacamole!

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Katie

Avocados are a staple at our house. Our favorite creation is, of course, guacamole. In fact, when our two year old sees an avocado he points to it and says “GUACAMOLE!” I use 2 avocados, fresh lemon juice (usually I … Continue reading →

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