Sally Jones Updated: October 22, 2018 Solar
Tired of high electric bills? Worried about the impact of CO2 emissions on our environment? Look no further than that big ball of energy in the sky. Did you know homeowners save an average of $1,000 per year on electricity by installing rooftop solar panels? With multiple financing options and the cost of utilizing solar energy continuing to decline, your choices for an affordable switch-over to solar are better than ever…
Sally Jones Updated: October 9, 2018 Transportation
Do you live in an urban area or on a college campus where your typical day-to-day routine doesn’t require a car? A car sharing service might be just the ticket if you only need occasional wheels. Car sharing is eco-friendly, much more convenient and often cheaper than going the old-school car rental route, especially if you only need a vehicle for short trips now and then…
Sally Jones Updated: October 8, 2018 Food
Tired of serving your family out-of-the-box meals every evening? Frozen lasagna and mac ‘n cheese can only go so far before your natives get restless! You want your family to have fresh and healthy meals every night, but are you just too busy to pull it all together? That’s where a booming trend can come to your rescue. Meal delivery services like Blue Apron, Hello Fresh and Plated are popping up everywhere, and for many families they deliver what they promise — fresh, easy-to-prepare, healthy dishes for all kinds of tastes…
Sally Jones Updated: October 2, 2018 Gardening
Want to rid your lawn chores of gas fumes and pull cords? An electric lawn mower could be the perfect solution, especially if you’re committed to being as environmentally friendly as possible. In years past, electric mowers haven’t really cut it power-wise. But many of today’s models sport enough juice to do your yard justice. Read on for our best electric lawn mower reviews and to learn which products we recommend…
Sadie Cornelius Updated: October 2, 2018 Food
There’s nothing better than a hot cup of tea (especially on a cold or rainy day). Tea kettles and pots come in all shapes and sizes with various features. From classic cast iron kettles to fancy electric ones with all the bells and whistles (literally). Which kettle is your cup of tea?…
Kimberly Alt Updated: October 2, 2018 Health
Whenever I have an ailment or issue, I typically find there’s an essential oil that can help me. Whether I’m trying to create a relaxing environment to sleep in or get rid of a pesky headache, I often find an essential oil can do the trick…
You can use essential oils in various ways, but one of the most common ways is through a diffuser. Diffusers are commonly used in bedrooms, offices, yoga studios, spas and more…
Suzie Blackman Updated: September 27, 2018 Food
Kickstart your day the healthy way! By combining a plethora of fruits, vegetables and superfood extras into a quality blender for a few minutes, you will have the energy you need to make it through your workday. Caution, by using one of these high-end blenders you’ll have a well-blended, delicious and nutritious smoothie that will leave you feeling amazingly energetic. A quality blender can truly change your life; I know it changed mine! Read on to find our picks for best smoothie blender…
Sadie Cornelius Updated: September 7, 2018 Recycling
There’s something about the thrill of finding that one, unique dress, handbag or pair of shoes when you’re hunting through racks at TJ Maxx or sifting through piles at a flea market. What if those one-of-a-kind finds came to you and you could browse thousands of items without having to get dressed? You can, thanks to thredUP!…
Sally Jones Updated: August 29, 2018 Living
Do you really know what’s in your mattress? You should, especially since you spend a third of your day in bed. Beds typically use unknown materials, stuffing and chemicals. With certified organic mattresses, you can rest assured that you’re exposing your body to fewer potentially harmful toxins…
Kimberly Alt Updated: August 28, 2018 Solar
Solar blankets are frustrating to pull on and off the pool and pool heaters are expensive and run up the utility bill. So why not get a solar heater for your pool?
