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….

7 Reasons Why Recycling Does Matter

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Recycling is becoming all the rage these days… or you might be like me and remember when this was the new thing to do. Green this and green that. Think about the environment. No more chemicals. Recycled materials for everything from what things are packaged in to what our homes are made up of. The symbol for recycling can be found on so many different things and yet here we are, still dealing with global warming. So does recycling really make a difference? Or is it all just the latest fad? Here are 7 reasons why recycling does matter. “Recycling doesn’t make a difference” — I would beg to differ.  * Recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to keep a 100-watt light bulb burning…

Mindful Indulgence with GinnyBakes

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Thank you so much to GinnyBakes for sponsoring this opportunity. As we’re looking to make healthier changes to our lives, one of the areas where I’m struggling the most is with snacks. Yes, I know that there are quite a few options out there and we’ve tried a few. We also try to offer fresh fruit and vegetables as often as possible and Sweet B is usually okay with this offering. With Kyle’s kids, it’s a bit of a different story. Even though they’re only with us on the weekends, I want to make sure that we’re still sticking to our healthy lifestyle changes. And that includes snacking and food.  One way that we can do this, is with a little mindful indulgence with GinnyBakes….

Mickey and Minnie Party Ideas

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When it comes to birthday party ideas, Disney seemingly never goes out of style. From Frozen to Mickey and Minnie party ideas, the possibilities are practically endless when it comes to the magical world of Disney. I, personally, will always be a Disney person and to be honest- I wouldn’t mind having an Olaf themed birthday party. This post makes use of affiliate links at no additional cost to you. By making a purchase through one of my links, you are helping me support my family. For Squeaker, I think an ideal introduction to the world of Disney parties would be Mickey Mouse or Minnie Mouse. And for my decorations and party supplies, I’ll start with Birthday n a Box. I’ve always been more of…

Hosting a Kid Friendly Super Bowl Party

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Please be advised that this post may make use of affiliate links, see my disclosure policy for further information, thanks! With Championship weekend over and the Super Bowl teams decided, now is a good time to start thinking about a super bowl party. More often than not this includes things like figuring out decorations and planning a menu. But if you have kids around, you might want to include them in the planning process as well. By organizing a few kid friendly games , your super bowl party can easily become a kid friendly super bowl party. First, let’s talk about those decorations. You could go with an overall football theme by purchasing football balloons and decorating tables with football confetti. Serve food on football…

Is Your Heater Making You Sick?

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This is a sponsored post, and I will be compensated. However, this does not sway my opinion in any way. Maintaining your home’s heating and cooling systems is not only practical for your budget but could also be important for your health. For those in the Nashville area, check out Halo Heating and Cooling for your energy needs. Here’s one example of a home safety checklist and another great infographic about installing smoke detectors in strategic parts of your home. Another way to save energy, and money, on your heating and cooling costs comes from the New York State Department of Energy: Heating Set thermostats at 65 to 70° during the winter and at 58° when away from home. Keep the thermostat higher if an infant,…