Kimberly Alt

Weeds are quite possibly the most annoying thing in your yard, especially in the warmer months. They make their way through cracks in the driveway, find their way into flower beds, grow proudly pop up in the garden and sprout just about everywhere imaginable. If you have kids or pets around, you probably don’t want to spray your yard with harmful chemicals. Skip the Roundup and consider using a more natural weed control. Make the best natural weed killer using these organic weed control recipes to keep those pesky weeds gone for good…

The future looks dim for incandescent light bulbs, the world-changing invention introduced by Thomas Edison in 1879. Part of the blame goes to LED bulbs, also known as light-emitting diode light bulbs. However, the cost can sometimes deter buyers, so they turn to CFL bulbs, also known as compact fluorescent lamp bulbs. CFL bulbs also save consumers money and energy but not as much as LED bulbs over the long term. You may be saying, “But LED bulbs are more expensive than CFL bulbs.” That is true, but have you taken into consideration the lifespan and cost of energy? We’ll go over all the features of incandescent vs CFL vs LED light bulbs below…

We all want the latest smartphone when it hits the market but what do we do with our used cell phones? Why not make some money off your used cell phone or electronics? It not only makes you money but it keeps our landfills “cleaner” by putting the parts to good use or reselling them…

Picture this, instead of cemeteries we have memory forests. Doesn’t that sound beautiful? An eco-friendly burial option can give us a “second life” through nature. How cool is it that we can give back to Earth as we leave it by becoming a tree or reef?! There are a few options available for natural burial already and we’re sure more green burial options will sprout up in the coming years…

Through a woman’s lifetime, she has more than 400 periods. Imagine all the tampons and pads we dispose of monthly. Our landfills are full of feminine hygiene products. Don’t you wish there was a way we could decrease our waste and also spend less money?Drum roll, please… cue the menstrual cup! Menstrual cups can completely change the way you view your period, save you money and help save our planet…

Setting up an aquarium at home or your office should be easy and fun. Don’t dive into the fish tank without thinking some things through first, though. By planning ahead, you can make your aquarium an exciting process. We’ve got some tips to share with you as well as our picks for the best fish tanks by size…

Air pollution isn’t limited to car exhaust, jet fuel, sprayed pesticides and factory smoke. Mold spores, pollen, pet dander, dust mites and smoke can be trapped inside your home or office, which can increase your allergies and asthma symptoms…

Want to have flowers sent to your loved one without spending an arm and a leg? From You Flowers lets you order flowers online and for a reasonable price. Prices for the same flower arrangement can vary based on location, time of year and quality of flowers, but From You Flowers offers beautiful floral designs at a price that’s hard to beat. Learn more about why we think From You Flowers is among the best…

Flowers have a way of brightening up a space and a person’s day. If you’re bad at remembering special occasions and don’t have time to go to your local florist, FTD can send you reminders and deliver an arrangement to your recipient the day of ordering. With numerous arrangements to choose from, you’re bound to find the perfect gift for your loved one. Plus you can add on a card, candy or other items to show how much you care. Read our review of FTD below to learn more about this online floral delivery service…

The bee population is drastically decreasing due to pesticides, habitat loss, parasites and other environmental factors. Bees are already dying because of what humans have done to the planet. Why should we continue to treat them poorly and make them live in cramped conditions to produce one jar of honey for our pleasure? Thankfully Bee Free Honee is an alternative to traditional honey, and it doesn’t require a single bee to produce…