Living in a low-income neighborhood is not something that anyone covets. Many of these areas appear to be overrun with crime and run-down housing, just to name a few perceived negatives. However, if you look deeper, many areas deemed "ghettos" are really diamonds in the rough. If you are already living in one of these locations or ...
In contemplating ways to save money, I began to think about ways I have reduced some of the waste our household produces. I have to say that I'm pretty lazy, so some of these actions took years before they become consistent habits. But in the long run, all the effort is worth it when I ...
Eating well and eco-friendly inexpensively can be a huge task, especially when you're just beginning the journey. The best bet seems to be growing your own food. But if you've never touched a seed and your thumbs are all shades except green, feeding yourself from gardening probably isn't going to be your first step on ...
Summer is the perfect time to indulge in fresh produce including green beans. If you've been used to eating green beans from a can, you'll be amazed at the taste and consistency of fresh green beans, especially if you buy some from the farmer's market. There are several methods for preparing green beans, but using the ...
"The greatest challenge of the day is: how to bring about a revolution of the heart, a revolution which has to start with each one of us?" -Dorothy Day Living green and according to your values day in and day out is a tough task. For some inspiration, I'm highlighting the life of Dorothy Day, a women ...