Over the past year, I’ve been slowly making simple switches for a more eco friendly, zero waste lifestyle. Last fall, I was down to my last few disposable razors so I asked for a safety razor for Christmas. Double edge safety razors are an excellent sustainable option because unlike their disposable counterparts, these guys last[…]
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Eco friendly and Zero Waste Packing and Moving Tips
Eco friendly and Zero Waste Packing and Moving Tips The packing has begun! I am leaving my precious little Texas bungalow to move to my beautiful home state of Georgia next week. I know from past packing experiences that moving to a new place can be quite wasteful and hardly eco-conscious. So I’m trying to[…]
The Hike Inn: An Environmentalist’s Dream Vacation
This past Christmas, my mom gifted me a two night stay at the Hike Inn. Last week, I finally had the opportunity to use my gift, and I want to tell you all about my stay at the Len Foote Hike Inn, a back country lodge located in the Amicalola Falls State Park. The Inn is[…]
Is a Vegan Diet Better for the Environment?
Go Vegan for the Environment Transitioning to a vegan diet is definitely a tough decision to make, but it has a lot of advantages that are worth considering. Choosing to eat a plant based diet can make your body healthier, your waistline smaller, your pocket fuller and the earth safer. People who have made the[…]
What Does Slow Fashion Actually Mean?
What Does Slow Fashion Actually Mean? This past week, I delved into a new aspect of sustainability, clothing! The slow fashion movement was uncharted territories for me. However, I just finished reading Elizabeth Cline’s book, “Over-Dressed: The Shockingly High Cost of Cheap Fashion” and was blown away by the information about our current fashion industry.[…]