Green Options

As my 4-year-old son starts his first year of preschool this month, my concerns for him have entered a whole new realm. School means new friends and new experiences, which are great. But it also means exposure to new habits, preferences and ideas that aren’t always good for him. Some kids might bring in lunches heavy in junk food, which I try not to feed my son. Some might be obsessed with

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You recycle, you drive a fuel efficient car, you buy organic food, you turn the thermostat down at night: in short, you are trying your best to make this world a better place. Your parents however still use incandescent light bulbs, still don’t recycle, and still look at you like an alien every time you suggest they trade in their giant land tank for something more sensible. If this sounds like your

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It's that time again already - a new issue of Body+Soul magazine is on sale and it's time for me to give you the rundown of what's good. If you happened to miss the first B+S review, or want to know more about the background of this publication, check out my June 16th review. For the July/August issue, Body+Soul's official website offers up the following blurb:

Energize your life!

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Editor's Note: Today, Chris Baskind editor at Lighter Footstep writes on the importance of keeping dryer sheets at bay from our pets.

Well-meaning pet owners are using dryer sheets to control pet hair. Is this such a good idea?

We love our pets — and they love us. Which is the main reason dog and cat dander seems to get everywhere: on the sofa, your clothes, and your carpet. Your

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In grocery stores all over the world, you'll find all types of people bringing their own reusable bags. Canvas bags printed with company names are the most common, but are there other options? Started in Australia by husband-and-wife team Belinda and Mark David-Tooze, Envirosax offer lightweight, compact, durable totes with unique, expressive designs. "Envirosax believes in environmental sustainability. Plastic bags clog drains and cause flooding. They pollute rivers and streams, killing

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Tao of Change

Editor's note: Welcome to the first installment of the Weekend Web Review, a series in which our writers will review blogs and websites that they believe will help you in your quest to "green the good life." First up: our design writer Megan Prusynski…

Design firms tend to have very well-designed blogs (of course!) and The Change is no exception. However, not every design firm is out

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Buying, remodelling or even furnishing your home are big tasks on their own - but making them green? Well that's another story all together.

Moderngreenliving.com is a tool to help you find green professionals in your area. Whether you're looking for an architect or builder to help you get your new eco-friendly home off the ground, or if you're looking to find a contractor or interior designer who is familiar with green materials

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