Are you going green?????
Ok It's alot of talk about it so have you informed yourself or are you already active with what some people think is a NEW TREND fact is better and safer products have been around for centuries! What are you currently using???? Do you want to turn your home into a eco-safe haven for you and your family? If so please share????
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Permalink Reply by Danie Bell on -
I have been recycling, using less water, no more pesticides on my lawn, turn off lights when not in use,
do all my shopping at one time, changed all my light bulbs out, put a KVAR unit on my home, which reduced my kilowatts by 200.
Try to cook on the grill more often. I am reusing our glass jars for storage instead of plastic.
Danie :)
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Permalink Reply by Martha J. Howie on -
Absolutely! I must admit that I was unsure about the entire concept when I initially first heard about becoming green. But the more I started to be exposed to it, the more I find it intriguing and a much safer way to go for my family and the environment. It doesn't mean that you have to change overnight, but making a daily effort to becoming a green family is certainly worth it. Definitely, lightbulbs and unplugging my cell phone when I'm not charging it, using recycling shopping bags, skincare...you name it!!
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Permalink Reply by Kilsys Payamps-Roure on -
Now that I'm a mom of 2, I feel the responsibility of doing my part in leaving a better world not just for my kids, but grandkids etc. Doing things like unplugging electrics/appliances not being used so as not to add to phantom energy, changed light bulbs, run dishwasher/washing machine only if full load,using eco friendly cleaning products. Also, trying to make kids eco & socially aware by implementing green ideas in our life's events like birthday parties. Read about it here:
http://www.kikis-corner.com/The-Green-Corner/The-Eco-Friendly-Birth...
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Permalink Reply by Angie Beechan on -
I wouldn't say always but i do find myself reading labels more. And if I'm debating between two products I usually lean toward the ones that have biodegradable packaging or less packaging. For instance, i love the Annie chun soup bowls. They're bowls are now made from cornstarch so it breaks down faster and is better for the environment
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Permalink Reply by Tracey Arzola on -
Great!!! Are you interested in products that are safer for your home and will on average save you $15-30 a WEEK! If so please contact me 215-921-9157 or send me a email Loveworkingfromhome@yahoo.com
Angie Beechan said:I wouldn't say always but i do find myself reading labels more. And if I'm debating between two products I usually lean toward the ones that have biodegradable packaging or less packaging. For instance, i love the Annie chun soup bowls. They're bowls are now made from cornstarch so it breaks down faster and is better for the environment
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Permalink Reply by Meredith Engelmeyer on -
I've been using Shaklee's GET CLEAN - non-toxic, super concentrated(one bottle of Basic H2 makes 48 gallons of all-purpose cleaner), economical, cleaning products for years! They are awesome! They're concentrated so you add your own water and save on packaging in landfills. Plus they're safe for the environment and completely safe for your family! You may have seen them featured on Oprah several times and on Rachael Ray. And as of last year, they're being used in the White House and VP's Residence!! Shaklee also 100% offsets their carbon emissions - totally GREEN company!
In our city, we have free recycling service and try to recycle everything we can to help cut down on waste.
We also try to cut down on electricity, etc.
My kids have fun recycling and love being able to help me dust, clean windows, etc!
Meredith
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Permalink Reply by Tracey Arzola on
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Are these products sold in every state or are they new can I get them from Target or Walmart!!! How much do they cost??? Please tell me more! Because I just started using Melaleuca!!!
Meredith Engelmeyer said:I've been using Shaklee's GET CLEAN - non-toxic, super concentrated(one bottle of Basic H2 makes 48 gallons of all-purpose cleaner), economical, cleaning products for years! They are awesome! They're concentrated so you add your own water and save on packaging in landfills. Plus they're safe for the environment and completely safe for your family! You may have seen them featured on Oprah several times and on Rachael Ray. And as of last year, they're being used in the White House and VP's Residence!! Shaklee also 100% offsets their carbon emissions - totally GREEN company!
In our city, we have free recycling service and try to recycle everything we can to help cut down on waste.
We also try to cut down on electricity, etc.
My kids have fun recycling and love being able to help me dust, clean windows, etc!
Meredith
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Permalink Reply by Meredith Engelmeyer on
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Tracey,The Get Clean home care products were introduced in 2007 but Shaklee created one of the first non-toxic cleaning products in 1960. Shaklee is a global company...and can even be bought in China now!
Unfortunately they are not sold at Target or Walmart. You can purchase the products online from a distributor..such as myself :) I don't know about the Melaleuca home care but I've had 3 friends switch from Melaleuca to Shaklee's Get Clean in the last year or so.
I have a great cost comparison sheet that compares national brands and a few other non-toxic brands to Get Clean. The savings is crazy! Here's a great, little video on Get Clean! http://embracehealth.myshaklee.com/us/en/whynow.html#/healthyhome
I would be happy to send you the cost comparison! Just let me know!
I'm new to Twitter Moms and haven't figured it all out yet :) I actually haven't been on here at all recently until today and happened to see your post.
Tracey Arzola said:Are these products sold in every state or are they new can I get them from Target or Walmart!!! How much do they cost??? Please tell me more! Because I just started using Melaleuca!!!
Meredith Engelmeyer said:I've been using Shaklee's GET CLEAN - non-toxic, super concentrated(one bottle of Basic H2 makes 48 gallons of all-purpose cleaner), economical, cleaning products for years! They are awesome! They're concentrated so you add your own water and save on packaging in landfills. Plus they're safe for the environment and completely safe for your family! You may have seen them featured on Oprah several times and on Rachael Ray. And as of last year, they're being used in the White House and VP's Residence!! Shaklee also 100% offsets their carbon emissions - totally GREEN company!
In our city, we have free recycling service and try to recycle everything we can to help cut down on waste.
We also try to cut down on electricity, etc.
My kids have fun recycling and love being able to help me dust, clean windows, etc!
Meredith
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Permalink Reply by tali buchler on -
i think this trend is positively addictive. the more you do the more you want to do. i only wish organic foods would be a little more affordable.
it makes so much sense.
i have started an eco kids craft series on my blog i invite you to join this is the link:
eco kids craft
tali
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Permalink Reply by Meredith Engelmeyer on
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I agree Tali....wish organic foods were cheaper! The more I know about green, the more my awareness of toxins, and things that can harm the planet, the more I want to do too.
I'll check out your eco craft site..what a great idea!!
tali buchler said:i think this trend is positively addictive. the more you do the more you want to do. i only wish organic foods would be a little more affordable.
it makes so much sense.
i have started an eco kids craft series on my blog i invite you to join this is the link:
eco kids craft
tali
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Permalink Reply by Tracey Arzola on
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Hey well I have a site that everything is better for the environment and will save you on average 15-30 a week so please let me know if your interested! contact me 215-921-9157 or email at LoveWorkingFromHome@yahoo.com Thanks so much for your comments!!!!
tali buchler said:i think this trend is positively addictive. the more you do the more you want to do. i only wish organic foods would be a little more affordable.
it makes so much sense.
i have started an eco kids craft series on my blog i invite you to join this is the link:
eco kids craft
tali
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Permalink Reply by Tracey Arzola on
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Also we have great things that are better for the environment and will save you on average $15-30 a week if interested I could direct you to the site please call 215-921-9157 or email at LoveWorkingFromHome@yahoo.com
Meredith Engelmeyer said:I agree Tali....wish organic foods were cheaper! The more I know about green, the more my awareness of toxins, and things that can harm the planet, the more I want to do too.
I'll check out your eco craft site..what a great idea!!
tali buchler said:i think this trend is positively addictive. the more you do the more you want to do. i only wish organic foods would be a little more affordable.
it makes so much sense.
i have started an eco kids craft series on my blog i invite you to join this is the link:
eco kids craft
tali
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