I must admit, I would have never guessed that reducing would have been a hobby of mine, but, once I started, I realized that I was good at it, and it felt good too. I hope that what I've done (so far, because it's a work in progress) inspires you...

It's no secret that Meghan Telpner is a client of mine, but what you might not have the pleasure of knowing, is how incredible she is to work with on an ongoing basis. For those of you who don't know Meghan personally, she is EXACTLY as...

It's amazing to me that people argue organic vs. local when it comes to their food. Is organic only for those who don't want toxins in their bodies, and local is reserved only for environmentalists who weigh their food miles? It's actually best that we all strive to be eating...

Traveling cannot really be considered an "eco" activity because it's definitely harder on our world than staying at home sweet home. But, I personally take great pleasure from getting out and experiencing the world, and learning what else is going on outside of my bubble.

For me, a vacation...

It's that time of year again, where for one "special" day we're reminded to celebrate our love for one another. Although I believe we shouldn't need a reminder, as a busy working mother of three, I'll take any excuse to spend more time with my family and do something special...

It amazes me how we will work so much harder at convincing ourselves that our current toxic habits are ok, or are ok in moderation, rather than accepting the reality that we've maybe made mistakes, and have to do better.

We seem, as a culture, so willing to deny...

Instead of careening madly around stores desperately purchasing gifts this holiday season (translation: possibly useless stuff that is not needed or wanted), make the getting and giving of gifts smart and easy -- change the present this year!

The "new" present is one that inspires people to live...

Habits are routines of behavior that are repeated so regularly that we continue to do them almost automatically and involuntarily. Isn't that exactly why you accept bags at checkout? Or forget your bags at home or in the car? The only way to change such impulses is to replace them...

Is the grass really always greener? This year, I think it's time to do away with your grassy lawn and replace it with food! Although a trend is never enough of a reason alone to do something, the urban farming bandwagon is definitely one to hop on right now. That's...

We fill our pots, bathtubs, sports bottles, and swimming pools with it. We wash the car, the pets, our bodies and the dishes with it. We use it in manufacturing, and rely on it for power. It's essential for life. But it's obvious from the way we treat our water...

Spring cleaning... why are we inside when it's finally so glorious outside? Because, at the onset of spring each year, we get slammed with "Clean up, organize and reset your life" from all angles. Do these annual articles actually help? We all know the stories all share one fatal flaw,...

Like with any relationship, it takes time and effort to develop a good one. How do you "meet" the perfect reusable for your lifestyle or the more intelligent multi-purpose products? Like with any hook up, ask your friends, colleagues and family to be "set up" or browse websites and visit...

Valentine's Day is once a year, and not to be a mood killer, but we should be celebrating those we love everyday, not just a single day. Don't get caught up in the commercial side of this holiday. It's not about buying chlorine bleached paper, printed with toxic inks, and...

So, here's the thing. I am a self-declared "eco-advocate" (among other titles) and I like to believe that I live an eco-conscious life. Where I fail, I'm at least conscious of it and am prepared to do better. I grow my own produce as the seasons in Canada...

As it gets colder outside, the cost of staying comfy inside starts to heat up. So it's at this time of year I stare at my thermostat, wanting to turn it up two or three more degrees, but knowing that I have to find other ways to stay warm. As...

What's a flu-fearing, germ-wary, over-worked and exhausted person supposed to do during the holiday (read: flu) season? Keeping up with the spirit of the holidays and partying it up in style while maintaining good health can be a challenge, but it's possible to do it all.

Add the following...

On Rosh Hashanah, we celebrate the New Year and give thanks for the creation of our world. We dedicate time to family and friends and we reflect on our past year and celebrate the start of the new year. It's the perfect time to make new goals for the year...

Dining out is one of life's absolute pleasures and privileges, especially as more and more local, organic cuisine is peppering the culinary scene. Restaurants are a key part of our culture -- think celebrations, business meetings and first dates and it's crucial for us to eat off of greener menus...

That new backpack full of requisite supplies (read: expensive) might be good for the three Rs of school (reading, writing, and arithmetic) but they certainly are not good for the three Rs we hear more about these days (reduce, reuse, and recycle).

Now that you've shopped (for only what...

Aren't you working out to be healthy?

Greening up isn't a trend, like platform shoes and banged haircuts. You're living green. You reuse, you recycle, you even reduce. You care. You exercise because it makes you feel good, or maybe it's because it's all part of your plan to stay...