Getting "rewild" with landscape architects
I’ve been a member of the Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) for quite a few years now, and let me tell you that my life is so much...
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After years of living sustainably and teaching others how to do it also, we've boiled it down to three simple steps to ensure a fun and successful eco-lifestyle, and it all starts with fostering a connection with nature.
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Apr 22, 20202 min
Happy 50th Birthday to Earth Day!
We know most of us won’t be observing Earth Day’s big 50th birthday like we had planned...
Jan 19, 20202 min
Thank you, 2019. Hello, 2020!
2019 was so good to us!
It was the year we finally got serious about our joint passion project...
Oct 8, 20192 min
Look to the future with optimism
let's do what us humans do best: start conquering our generation's impossible with limitless confidence, strength, and optimism.
Oct 5, 20193 min
Treat your teeth to an all-natural cleaning
We decided to dive into the toothpaste topic, and we can definitely say that we learned a lot!
Oct 4, 20192 min
Skip helium balloons and choose an eco alternative at your next party
We all know that balloons are made from single-use, synthetic materials that often end up as litter in oceans, but did you know that...
Oct 2, 20197 min
If you have a sunny roof, consider going solar
Going solar is not a small decision; to do it right definitely requires time, research, and most likely a little bit of patience.
Sep 30, 20193 min
Run around in some Allbirds
I had been hearing so much about Allbirds, so I decided to order a pair...
Sep 29, 20192 min
Give preference to restaurants doing the right thing
Have you ever thought about the environmental footprint of your favorite restaurants? Recently we've noticed a wide range...
Sep 27, 20193 min
Opt for drip irrigation in flower and veggie beds
Now, we're upping the game and shifting our focus to an irrigation system that's not just more environmentally friendly but also...
Sep 26, 20193 min
Cast your consumer vote for eco-friendly chocolate
We're getting close to Halloween and many people will buy stacks of their favorite treats, whether it is candied corn or chocolate.
Sep 24, 20192 min
Skim off some CO2 by choosing milk with a smaller environmental footprint
You can now find almond, rice, coconut, hemp, oat, and soy milk to name a few, so we started thinking about the environmental impact...
Sep 23, 20192 min
Have fun and feel good driving an electric car
This weekend was very exciting; I got to drive an all-electric car for the very first time! My dear friend, Jennifer, has a Chevrolet Bolt
Sep 22, 20192 min
Sign an environmental petition
Believe it or not, there's a way to make a difference when you're relaxing at the end of the day: sign an environmental petition!
Sep 20, 20193 min
Look for the Energy Star label (not just on appliances)
The ENERGY STAR program has been in the U.S. for over 25 years now, and we're confident you've seen their label...
Sep 19, 20192 min
Read, recycle, reuse, replay, reclaim, resolve, reduce at Half Price Books
We think a great way to practice the phrase “reduce, reuse, recycle” is by shopping at used book and clothing stores, and our favorite place
Sep 18, 20192 min
Let your dishwasher do all the work when washing dishes
We've never been big on pre-washing, but we also didn’t have a dishwasher for a couple of decades when we lived in Mexico.
Sep 16, 20192 min
Think of the environment next time you travel
We've been thinking a lot about travel recently. After writing the blog about carbon offsets we started talking about how much...
Sep 15, 20193 min
Know the meaning of organic and which foods to prioritize
You've probably noticed the increased availability of organic foods at your local grocery store over the past decade.
Sep 14, 20192 min
Don't be a bathing waterhog
There’s nothing like crawling into the tub for a good soak after a long, strenuous day of gardening...
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