Climate & Planet

The climate has changed from what we remember it to be even 10 years ago. The changes you’re seeing may be more or less drastic depending on where you live, but that doesn’t mean they’re not happening. It’s important for us to be informed of the effect we’re having on our planet.

We show you that it’s not that difficult (and that much more rewarding) to live an eco-friendly lifestyle. We take you beyond recycling, walking and biking to help you reduce your footprint in ways that may not have occurred to you. Join us in leaving some planet for those that come after us.

Why Global Warming Causes Increase in Bugs, Insects and Flu

Why Global Warming Causes Increase in Bugs, Insects and Flu

We have global warming to thank for an increase in the rate of bug bite related infections. Bugs thrive in…
How Good is Public Transit in Pittsburgh?

How Good is Public Transit in Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh’s compact downtown area and well-integrated transportation system make the city easy to navigate by public transit. From traditional options…
How To Make Homemade Cleaning Products

How To Make Homemade Cleaning Products

Having my little boy Micah help with laundry and cooking was pretty easy, but what to use to allow him…
Living TV Free, An Experiment

Living TV Free, An Experiment

Did you know that the average American owns 3 televisions and many have a television in their living/family room and…
Disaster Relief: How To Help The Impacted And Prepare For Emergencies

Disaster Relief: How To Help The Impacted And Prepare For Emergencies

We all know it's good to help others and to do our part to protect our planet earth year-round. We…
Washing Cloth Diapers and Protecting Your Investment

Washing Cloth Diapers and Protecting Your Investment

So, here’s my dos and don’ts for cloth diaper care to make sure you “get it right!” I quit the…
Global Weirdness and How Ecosystems Suffer From Climate Change

Global Weirdness and How Ecosystems Suffer From Climate Change

Lemonick is the co-author of the book “Global Weirdness: Severe Storms, Deadly Heat Waves, Relentless Drought, Rising Seas, and the…
Cloth Diaper Reviews

Cloth Diaper Reviews

When I had my first baby, my only connection to cloth diapers (commonly referred to as “Fluff” in the cloth…
Cloth vs. Disposable Diapers: A Frightening Tale

Cloth vs. Disposable Diapers: A Frightening Tale

I just returned from a trip to my mom’s house in North Carolina. It’s always nice to visit other than…
Beyond Meat: Can Fake Chicken Be As Good As the Real Thing?

Beyond Meat: Can Fake Chicken Be As Good As the Real Thing?

When it comes to meat free “meat” options, there are few on the market that satisfies vegetarians and vegans that…