Simple living… and walking
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 Joe and I have been doing a lot of thinking recently on simplifying our lives. We took some huge steps last year, and now we’re re-evaluating the “untouchables” from…
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Delight-driven vs. parent-led learning
Our homeschooling path was turned a bit upside down last week. My 4yo daughter has been begging to start school. I was planning on holding off another year, but she…
Is the Slow Food movement oppressive to women?
The main criticism that I have noticed popping up around the Slow Food movement is an idea that it is forcing women back into the kitchens and out of the…
My new apron
First, let me say that I am a huge fan of aprons. I love wearing them during the day. They keep my clothes clean, they look cute, and they are…
Consumerism and the green movement
I just read this article by Michael Pollan. He makes some really good points. It sounds like he’s on board with the Food, Not Lawns movement We’ve had in this…
My new favorite book
 If you’ve been thinking about going “green” or taking yourself off of the grid as much as possible, then I really recommend this book.  I stumbled upon it…
Garden update
My garden is so happy! Â We’re still eating out of it every day, and I am just so proud. The early season crops have all either gone to seed…
Allowing our culture to shape our lives
This concept seems to be popping up all around me, so I thought it’d be interesting to discuss. Yesterday I was watching The Story of Stuff and I was really…
The ultimate local diet
Sorry for the long hiatus. I’ve been a bum. Here’s some of what has been happening in our lives…. #1 – I am so excited! We planted our first garden!…
Green Smoothie Challenge
For anyone who hasn’t heard: You should hop on over to happyfoody and sign up for her 30-day Green Smoothie Challenge. It starts today, so you’re not behind! And hey,…
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