While adopting a vegan lifestyle is one-way individuals can contribute to reducing their environmental impact, it’s not the only path to sustainability. Making environmentally conscious choices in various aspects of life, including diet, transportation, consumption, and energy usage, can collectively contribute to a more sustainable world. Plant-based vegan diet In 2016, I had a major…
It’s important to consider our pets when we are trying to live with the earth in mind. They are a huge part of many of our lives. There are so many products for pets available and most are made out of plastics and other synthetic materials. I love my pets, they are like my children…
I’m currently in the mode of spring cleaning. It’s been raining a lot lately here in Ohio, so as much as I would love to be working outside, I’m making the best of the rain and getting some needed deep cleaning done indoors. Spring cleaning is, as I’m sure you know, deep cleaning your house…
Modern homesteading is a lifestyle and a set of practices that combine traditional principles of self-sufficiency with contemporary technologies and sustainable living practices. While the term “homesteading” historically referred to the process of establishing a home on land obtained through the Homestead Acts, today’s modern homesteading is often characterized by individuals or families pursuing a…
Having access to clean, safe drinking water is a fundamental necessity. With the increasing concerns about water quality and the environment, many people are seeking effective and sustainable ways to ensure their water is pure and healthy. Gravity water filters are designed to remove a wide range of contaminants from your water, including bacteria, parasites,…
It happens to everyone. You saved that last piece of Parmesan chicken with the best intentions of eating it later. A week passes and you wonder whatever happened to it. You clean the fridge to find that it has turned into a container of mold… Has this happened to you? It’s estimated that, on average,…
Plastic waste is a global environmental crisis that threatens our ecosystems, wildlife, and human health. However, reducing plastic waste is easier than you might think. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), The United States generated over 292 million tons of municipal solid waste in 2018, of which approximately 146 million tons ended up in…
September 1st marks the start of the hunting season, which means fall is almost here. Our dogs can feel it in the air, what they have been waiting for, patiently enduring the hot summer months. Their favorite time of the year has finally come. Humans have been hunting for centuries and for good reason. Animal…
Wool is a renewable resource, shorn from sheep without harm, ensuring a continuous and eco-friendly supply. The production of wool has a significantly lower environmental impact compared to synthetic fibers, as it requires less energy and produces fewer greenhouse gases. Wool is biodegradable and durable meaning that wool garments often outlast their synthetic counterparts, reducing…