Earth Day .. Every Day
In the chaos of life, I sadly forgot that yesterday was Earth Day. I take solace in knowing that every day we are making the effort ot be kinder to the earth.
I was fortunate to receive a copy of Gorgeously Green from Harper Collins. Oh MY! Sophie Uliano presents living eco-fabulous in such a fun and realistic way. Often, the attempt to live green is overwhelming and confusing. This book provides awesome information and steps to help everyone live with more of an eco-conscious. There are some things in the book that are a tad on the silly side. One tip that Sophie Uliano gives is to open your oven door after baking to heat your home. However, if you think that statement through, where would the heat go if you did not open the oven door? Why in your home of course! Yes the surge of warmth is more inviting when it is quick, but there would be a gradually increase in temperature in your home if you baked then kept the oven door closed. However, most of the tips and ideas are inspiring and doable, even for a super busy Mom.
I have been obsessed with green living as of late. Sophie Uliano’s book has forced me to look at a lot of things in our home. Now I am frugile, so I cannot switch, throw out and be all kind to the environment all at once. It does bother me hugely that our water is totally linked to the ocean. I feel like it is my family’s RESPONSIBILITY not to be evil to the ocean. I am switching to an eco-friendly shampoo and conditioner, and I hope to find a body wash as well. Upon moving here, we have switched to reusable bags to shop, we compost everything, recycle what we can and the plastic that finds its way in our home that cannot be recycled is used by the kids to play or crafts. I only drive the car once per week, choosing to walk the rest.
What I have enjoyed most about the book, Gorgeously Green, is how much it has got me thinking and talking about this shift in living. Even my husband, who is forever the practical chemist and not quite so easily swayed by the hype, has been more open to the possibilities. We are making small changes that we hope will not only teach our children to be kinder to the Earth, but make a difference as well.
All we can do is try. Every little bit counts. If you do not believe that, how do you believe in your children? They are little and they make a HUGE difference in the world (even if it is merely, your world). Every choice we make to save the environment now, will ensure a better tomorrow. If you are looking for a place to start, Gorgeously Green is totally a great resource.
April 23rd, 2008 at 8:53 am
I’m trying to do what I can, but it’s been slow going. I do plan on switching to all green cleaning products once I run out of the ones I have.
But thanks for the link!
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April 23rd, 2008 at 10:39 am
I read this week about this book, The Low Carbon Diet. It sounds kind of gimmicky, but “fun” ? at the same time. Yeah, it’s sad, a gimmick will help.
April 23rd, 2008 at 11:27 am
I’m trying too…
Maybe I should try to read this book.
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April 23rd, 2008 at 12:17 pm
Hilarious! I’m writing my late earth day review of the same book right this very moment!
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April 23rd, 2008 at 12:46 pm
I saw this book at the bookshop and almost bought it but walked away. Will definitely check it out.
April 23rd, 2008 at 11:01 pm
Great review–I’m feeling greener already
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April 24th, 2008 at 12:42 am
You are wonderful.
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April 24th, 2008 at 12:54 am
I didn’t hear about Earth Day here in NZ until the next morning! Hopefully next year it will be publicized. I am so attracted to the cover of that book. Will add it to my wishlist.
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April 24th, 2008 at 3:26 am
I’ve been doing my best to live more green as well. I just started with small steps, and am still taking small steps: I make some of my own cleaners, use enviro-friendly and cruelty-free cleaners when I can’t use homemade, cruelty-free cosmetics, reusable shopping bags, and more recently, I bought some of those 10,000 hour light bulbs. I can’t replace mine all at once because those things are kind of expensive, but I can switch one or two out at a time.
Every little bit helps! I am just ready to solar-power my house and do the major stuff, but…well, that’s not going to happen anytime soon!
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April 24th, 2008 at 7:36 am
Happy Belated Earth Day to you
April 25th, 2008 at 12:18 am
Great cover on the book. Happy Earth Day.
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April 25th, 2008 at 8:50 am
My big change is switching to line drying my laundry. Yep.
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April 25th, 2008 at 11:38 am
I really enjoyed this post! I am trying to teach my kids the responsibility of doing more for the earth. I wouldn’t say we’re quite ‘green’ yet though - - maybe yellow! LOL
Thanks for the great read!
April 25th, 2008 at 12:34 pm
Gorgeously green, I LOVE it!
April 25th, 2008 at 12:40 pm
We planted flowers but I should do more stuff for the earth with Max and get him feeling responsible. Thanks!
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April 25th, 2008 at 11:51 pm
Very cool! I wish apartments in So Cal were force to recycle and compost! I cringe everytime we through especially food waste away!