I've always enjoyed knowing what winter solstice is and when it occurs, but that's about all I've ever noticed about it until I started driving to work via a backroad through the country. … more
In the last four months I’ve found out that four of my close friends are pregnant. I’m thrilled to say the least, but it did send me into a bit of tizzy thinking about finding creative and … more
If you asked me which full stash of cloth diapers I would buy if money was no object, I would say the Ecobubs Wool Pocket Nappy. This is quite simply the best diaper I have ever tried on our baby, hands … more
When it comes to caves, I've an amazing appetite for it, just like my passion for Volcanoes and Glaciers. It is that part of the world where I'd hardly venture to, especially the ones featured … more
I've always been traveling around the world with a thought (or a theme, you might call it) in mind. Look out for things one'd never find in another country. It is the unique factor that make a … more
This is one of the major advantages of living in a country like China. I got this set of DVDs (4 DVDs and 1 CD) for a mere RMB 61 (equivalent to US$9) and delivered right to my door by DangDang.com, the … more
When I was a little girl I made a house for my dolls on the bookshelves in my room. I made the furniture and even made clothes for my dolls. I guess now that I have a little girl of my own, I am dreaming … more
My husband and I love the outdoors. Before our daughter was born we were renting a suburban apartment and had our bikes parked right outside our entry door. We both worked full time but still sought out … more
We have recently adopted a new member into our family. Baby E has named her Kukala which is the Russian word for doll. I gave her name suggestions, but she'll have none of it - Kukala it is. This … more
I love winter, snow, and sledding. This coming winter I have the extreme pleasure of enjoying it with my toddler. My mission has been to equip her (and myself) with the toastiest winter gear so that … more
Honestly, as of a month ago I had never heard of Three Sisters Cereal. That changed when the company recently contacted me and were nice enough to give me three of their cereals to review. I was very … more
Our baby girls is 21 months old this month, she's growing so fast! I was thinking of letting her self-wean, but we are really eager to give her a sibling. Of course being pregnant and breastfeeding … more
For toddlers and young children, this is about as good as it gets. It's never going to feel fantastic carrying around a child who weighs 30 pounds and up, no matter what carrier you choose. But if … more
Over the past three years my family and I have become more and more aware of what we purchase and how what we buy impacts people around the world. In the past I knew nothing about child labor, sweat … more
Cute?! Cute can't even begin to describe this little monkey! I completely understand why baby E hugs it for 3 minutes straight and doesn't want to let go! You should have seen my daughter's … more
Working as long as I have in retail, there is one thing that I will never get over. When you see that shelf for merchandise to go, why do you think it's a place for your GARBAGE?! I've … more
I toured the Lover's Leap plantation and processing plant in Sri Lanka in early 2010. They sell to many other resellers. It's a big operation, but still very simple in … more
I had this beautiful water bottle before. However, I had purchased it at a museum, which to replace it would have meant quite a long drive to and from. All that time. All that gas. All that pollution. … more
This maker advertises his teas as "ethically grown." Dilmah, founded by Merrill J. Fernando, seeks to revive the tea trade in his native Sri Lanka, and to grow blends that favor … more
Those pesky plastic bags. They seem to accumulate everywhere because my frugal self can't let them go after being used once. My common sense mentality doesn't see why I should keep paying money … more
Since I love wool, I was ecstatic to be sent the Pure-Rest™ Organic Wool Baby Blanket from Naturally Good. This blanket is made from o-wool, which is 100% certified organic merino soft wool grown … more
All of the major beauty brands have had it too easy for far too long. They put whatever they want, including untested chemicals, into makeup that us girls just can't live without. For a while we were … more
Baby E is a shoe addict, she just doesn't know it yet. She likes to try on different shoes. I try to have one or two good pairs of shoes for her to wear each season. That's better than having … more
I share a lot in common with Kim, the owner of Yoreganics. Not only are we both mothers, but we are also Interior Designers and green and simple living advocates. I am excited to have tried her wonderful … more
Our 18 month old baby E has been very picky at meal time lately. I was running out of steam on ideas about what and how to feed her. We were basically stuck with the same 10 to 15 meal variations and … more