This is Day 36 of the Green in 365 series! Eating by candlelight is so romantic, right? What about burning candles as decoration, and to leave a lovely scent around your home? Well it's not so romantic or lovely when you realize the dangers that are filling your home as the candles burn. Conventional paraffin candles are usually made from petroleum byproducts, and while the effects of burning petroleum based candles in your home are up for debate (some say it's equivalent to … [Read more...]
Green in 365: The Entryway – Get a Good Doormat
This is Day 7 of the Green in 365 series! So, now that you've implemented a "No Shoes in the House" policy, there's one more step you can take to leave the pesticides, fertilizers, oil and gasoline, and more at your door. It's also important to have a good doormat by your entryway for wiping your shoes off on! This helps to remove all of the nasty toxins that get tracked in on your shoes, before they can make their way into your home. Encourage, and teach, your family to wipe … [Read more...]
