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Lake Region Woman Magazine (ND) January 2012
From a young age, Denice Casavant suffered from frequent infections. “I had a lot of ear infections and, according to my mother, I was always on an antibiotic” said Casavant. “That set the stage for my suppressed immune system and... Read More
WNC Woman (NC) May 2012
Her t-shirt reads Junk and Disorderly in distressed black letters across the back. Patty Tracey chuckles impishly at the joke as she sets aside a box of vintage linens and welcomes you into her new enterprise, Marshall Junk Shop on Back Street in... Read More
Omaha Home Magazine (NE) May/June 2012
For seven years running, Watkins Concrete Block Co. of Omaha has sponsored the Watkins Ultimate Backyard Challenge. The annual contest allows some of the area’s best landscape design contractors to showcase their premier backyard projects in... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) March 2012
With cooler temperatures, I’m not much inclined do be outside so I have turned my attention to projects I can do inside. Walking from front to back I made a list of every project I could think of room to room. From this list I am going to make... Read More
WNC Woman (NC) April 2012
It’s elemental to environmental artist Carol Stangler that the earth provides the needs of the universe and humans. Her life has been dedicated to appreciating natural growing materials and to protecting our earth’s treasures through... Read More
By Cathi Laughlin
Back when we were growing up, you would never have told someone you lived in a green house. They’d picture you lounging among the roses, then make a hasty retreat. But if you made that proclamation today, you’d be... Read More
Forsyth Woman Magazine (NC) Jan 2012
As you look to the New Year, unfortunately you can almost be assured that either you or a family member will have a bump-up in the parking lot, a run-in with a grocery cart, or a collision merging into traffic. But whatever your needs are in... Read More
Northwest Woman Magazine (WA) January 2012
It’s here! Resolution time! What is your resolution for 2012? Are you wanting to get organized once and for all?
This year let it be a reality. If you have tried before and it hasn’t happened, what has been the problem?
Do you... Read More
By Cathi Laughlin
Back when we were growing up, you would never have told someone you lived in a green house. They’d picture you lounging among the roses, then make a hasty retreat. But if you made that proclamation today, you’d be consi ...By Cathi Laughlin
Back when we were growing up, you would never have told someone you lived in a green house. They’d picture you lounging among the roses, then make a hasty retreat. But if you made that proclamation today, you’d be... Read More
By Kendall Spelhaug Why scrape by on four hours of sleep when you could get a satisfying, dream-filled eight? Why nibble on pizza and ice cream when you could eat a well-balanced meal? Why breathe toxic air when a fresher, cleaner atmosphere is avail ...By Kendall Spelhaug
Why scrape by on four hours of sleep when you could get a satisfying, dream-filled eight? Why nibble on pizza and ice cream when you could eat a well-balanced meal? Why breathe toxic air when a fresher, cleaner atmosphere is... Read More
Forsyth Woman Magazine (NC) April 2009
“Green has great healing power. It balances the emotions and brings about a feeling of calmness. It is the most restful color for the human eye; it can improve vision. Green suggests stability and endurance. It represents hope, vitality, and lo ...“Green has great healing power. It balances the emotions and brings about a feeling of calmness. It is the most restful color for the human eye; it can improve vision. Green suggests stability and endurance. It represents hope, vitality, and... Read More
Vive Magazine (FL)
Pick any buzzword and companies come out of the woodwork in droves to jump on the marketing bandwagon. Mention “green,” “eco-friendly,” “socially conscious” or “globally conscious,” and watch heads bob ...Pick any buzzword and companies come out of the woodwork in droves to jump on the marketing bandwagon.
Mention “green,” “eco-friendly,” “socially conscious” or “globally conscious,” and watch heads bob... Read More
Azizah Magazine (GA) Fall 2009
For the conscientious Muslim, messages of rampant consumerism run against the fundamental spirit of Islam. Our religion teaches us that Allah, the One highly praised and exalted, is the Provider par excellence. The very definition of ’muslim&rs ...For the conscientious Muslim, messages of rampant consumerism run against the fundamental spirit of Islam. Our religion teaches us that Allah, the One highly praised and exalted, is the Provider par excellence. The very definition of ’muslim... Read More
How Minnesota GreenStar standards could affect your new home Minnesota GreenStar, a new “green” building standard and certification program, involves a new way of thinking about building and interpreting what it means to be green. Accordi ...How Minnesota GreenStar standards could affect your new home
Minnesota GreenStar, a new “green” building standard and certification program, involves a new way of thinking about building and interpreting what it means to be green.... Read More
South Carolina Woman Magazine (SC) March 2009
By Peggy New Her education and experience were not in environmental advocacy, yet today Nancy Cave is the Director of the North Coast Office of the Coastal Conservation League. CCL is a grassroots non-profit conservation organization, founded in 1989 ...By Peggy New
Her education and experience were not in environmental advocacy, yet today Nancy Cave is the Director of the North Coast Office of the Coastal Conservation League. CCL is a grassroots non-profit conservation organization, founded in... Read More
Brava Magazine (WI) March 2009
These days, nearly everything and everyone has a presence on the almighty Internet. And, if you’re interested in the idea of living a more sustainable life, the Internet boasts a host of free resources that provide simple tips for going green. ...These days, nearly everything and everyone has a presence on the almighty Internet. And, if you’re interested in the idea of living a more sustainable life, the Internet boasts a host of free resources that provide simple tips for going green... Read More
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Northwest Woman Magazine (WA) november 2011
Furnaces are kicking in across the U.S. as temperatures sink. Alas, keeping warm comes with a higher sticker price each year, no matter what type of heating system you use. According to CNN Money, the average bill for a home using heating oil is... Read More
When we receive our monthly energy bill most of us think there is little we can do to reduce the cost besides adjusting the thermostat. You can reduce your bill drastically by following a few simple cost efficient steps.
The average household spends... Read More
Lake Region Woman Magazine (ND) January 2012
From a young age, Denice Casavant suffered from frequent infections. “I had a lot of ear infections and, according to my mother, I was always on an antibiotic” said Casavant. “That set the stage for my suppressed immune system and... Read More
WNC Woman (NC) May 2012
Her t-shirt reads Junk and Disorderly in distressed black letters across the back. Patty Tracey chuckles impishly at the joke as she sets aside a box of vintage linens and welcomes you into her new enterprise, Marshall Junk Shop on Back Street in... Read More
Omaha Home Magazine (NE) May/June 2012
For seven years running, Watkins Concrete Block Co. of Omaha has sponsored the Watkins Ultimate Backyard Challenge. The annual contest allows some of the area’s best landscape design contractors to showcase their premier backyard projects in... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) March 2012
With cooler temperatures, I’m not much inclined do be outside so I have turned my attention to projects I can do inside. Walking from front to back I made a list of every project I could think of room to room. From this list I am going to make... Read More
WNC Woman (NC) April 2012
It’s elemental to environmental artist Carol Stangler that the earth provides the needs of the universe and humans. Her life has been dedicated to appreciating natural growing materials and to protecting our earth’s treasures through... Read More
By Cathi Laughlin
Back when we were growing up, you would never have told someone you lived in a green house. They’d picture you lounging among the roses, then make a hasty retreat. But if you made that proclamation today, you’d be... Read More