What Does Going Green Mean?

What Does Going Green Mean?

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Going green is not just some fancy catchphrase or trend. Many have been going green since before it became trendy to do so. So what does going green mean? That might depend on who you ask. To one person it might mean one thing and to another person it might mean another thing. To some it may just mean recycling and reducing a personal carbon footprint. While to others, it may mean sustainable living. Going green means different things to different people, but there are some common beliefs. Today, we’re going to take a look at a few of those beliefs and I’ll share why going green is important to us. What Does Going Green Mean? “Green” is a reference to nature and the environment….

How To Become A Freegan

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Though it may not be a term that you’re readily familiar with, I know that our family is more than ready to become freegans. But what is a freegan and how do you become a freegan? Today, we’re going to talk about that and how easy it is to get started. You may already be practicing some of the tenants of freeganism without even realizing it yet! And don’t worry, once you become a freegan there is no crazy membership to join, or dues to pay. Becoming a freegan is more of a state of mind than anything. What is a freegan? Freeganism is a term for people who wish to live “free” from consumerism. Freeganism embraces frugality and a simple lifestyle. What do freegans…

What To Do When They Wander

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As a parent, almost nothing may scare you more than when you become separated from your child in a crowded area or public place. Or, what would you do when your child leaves your home in the middle of the night while everyone else is sleeping? Today’s post in Autism A to Z is going to cover just that: What to do when they wander. Having a child who wanders (or elopes, or bolts, or runs) can be incredibly stressful for not only the parents but for everyone in the family. I have a child who has wandered in the past and it is absolutely terrifying. What is Wandering? Before we get into advice and tips, let’s first cover what wandering means as it relates…

Top Ten Books for Young Toddlers

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As Squeaker is getting older, we’re taking another look at our top books for babies. Squeaker will be 18 months old in June and that point, I might be comfortable with classifying her as a toddler. Right now I’d say she’s an older baby or younger toddler, so this post is going to focus on our top ten books for young toddlers. This post contains affiliate links and while you are under no obligation to use them, by purchasing something through my affiliate link you are supporting this site, thanks! Squeaker is read to daily, usually with her choice of books, but she’ll also play with her book collection regularly. Usually this means making up her own dialogue (babbling) or if it’s a book about…

Types of Therapies Available for Autism

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As we’re starting to near the end of this series, I’m realizing just how much I didn’t cover. As I may have mentioned in previous posts, I plan on making additions to this series so I can cover everything that I didn’t get to with the initial run through. I hope that you will continue to join me for those. And for today, we’re going to talk about the types of therapies available for autism because T is for Therapy. What Therapies are Available for Autism? As a part of her schooling, Sweet B receives: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, and Music Therapy. After her initial diagnosis, she received physical therapy as well but has since outgrown the need for that. Music therapy has…

50+ Handmade Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

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As Mother’s Day draws closer, I’ve found myself stuck for ideas. I’m making my own Mother’s Day gifts, so I want to do something fun and also something that I’m really going to appreciate. I suppose it’s a blessing and a curse but at the same time, I do want it to be memorable and the whole point of it (from my perspective) is to do something Squeaker. That’s why I’ve searched and found 50+ handmade gift ideas for Mother’s Day that you can make with your toddler or preschooler. Some of these your preschooler or toddler might be able to do independently and others, they will need your help. But you’re a better judge of that than I am 🙂 In that case, send…