Monthly Archives: April 2009

Passover-Inspired Quinoa Porridge

I’m celebrating Passover this week, and it’s been rough! I’m actually not very religious – I consider myself a “cultural Jew,” meaning I enjoy the traditions and celebrating holidays with my family, but I didn’t grow up going to temple … Continue reading

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Weekend Highlights: Refillable containers, recycled napkins and a diry little secret!

I had a great weekend – the sun was out every day, which was awesome for reducing my carbon footprint. I walked everywhere! Some highlights: *Indian food with my girls, and free champagne at a friend’s favorite bar – the … Continue reading

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A Green Prom

I love this idea Whole Foods and Teens Turning Green are sponsoring – Project Green Prom. It encourages students to “green” their proms by making more eco-friendly choices for their hair, makeup, transportation, flowers and more. Love it! They have … Continue reading

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Tree Hugger: Homemade Coloring Books

How adorable is this drawing, courtesy of one of the cute kids I babysit for? I actually drew the outline, and he colored it in, but I just love it! I took a picture and he kept the hard copy … Continue reading

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Toothpaste Follow-Up

A little while back, I posted about my trouble finding a natural toothpaste that didn’t taste terrible. I think Tom’s of Maine is gross, and I wasn’t ready to go as far as brushing with castile soap, yikes! The problem … Continue reading

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That’s Hot (Fudge)

A few weekends ago, it was my turn to host book club. Usually whenever I have parties, everyone brings an appetizer, and I am left with a ton of food. Not necessarily a bad thing, but I thought this time … Continue reading

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Mmm, Cookies

I don’t often buy packaged cookies, but occasionally a treat is in order. I picked these Eco-Planet cinnamon animal cracker-style cookies up at Whole Foods the other day to crumble over my soy frozen yogurt (Whole Soy & Co Chocolate … Continue reading

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