When I read that chlorinated paraffins were released in some brands of immersion blenders, I began the search for a safer option. While I’m happy with my new one, I’m determined to rely on it less, while exploring ways to prepare food the old-fashioned way! Why I Replaced My Immersion Blender The Difference Between a…
DIY Reed Diffuser
Bring the outdoors in with this simple DIY reed diffuser. Repurpose a glass mason jar, choose your favorite essential oil, and let the natural scent emanate throughout your office, living room, or bathroom! DIY Reed Diffuser Supplies: 1 8-ounce canning jar. (A wide-mouth or regular size jar will work.) 4 ounces carrier oil. (I use…
How to Attract Pollinators to Your Yard
Pollination is essential to life. Most of the world’s flowering plants require a pollinator. Yet our pollinator populations are in jeopardy. Thankfully, there is much you can do to help restore these life-giving benefactors by attracting them to your yard! Why are our pollinating populations declining? One major factor appears to be the use of…
How to Maintain a Sustainable Lawn
Do you feel enslaved by your lawn? Concerned about the safety of chemicals used to maintain it? Wondering if there are safer solutions? Consider these suggestions for the maintenance of a sustainable lawn. The Cost of the Modern Lawn Lawns are a relatively recent phenomenon, dating back to the post-Civil War era when people slowly…
DIY Standing Desk
Looking to try a standing desk without a big investment? Try this DIY standing desk for less than $50! I transitioned to a standing desk in 2014 and have never looked back. I’m far more efficient and productive. (See Is a Standing Desk For You?) My adult son Ryan recently switched to a standing desk, creating this…
How to Choose Safe Cookware
Safe cookware is foundational to a healthy kitchen. But how do I know which types are truly safe? How to Choose Safe Cookware From Teflon to stainless steel to cast iron—the choices can be confusing. Here is a brief overview of the three basic categories of cookware. Reactive Cookware This type of cookware is the…
