I was talking with someone the other day and she brought to my attention another way to recycle.  So you bought a book  to read and you’ve read it, now what do you do with it?  You probably put it in a bookshelf  and forget about it, right?  That’s what most of us do.  But think about this for a minute.  Another person wants to read that same book you just read so what do they do?  They go  to the store and buy a copy,  another tree cut down and more chemicals added to the environment.  Instead, recycle that book to someone who wants to read it.  Donate to a used book store, thrift store or library.  If most everyone does this that will cut down on the making of more books, less pollutants.  Made you think didn’t I? 

So now think about your clothes.  Do you wear them to a point where they just fall apart?  Probably not, so why not go to a consignment store and make a little money and help the environment all at the same time.

Well that’s my two cents for the evening.   What’s yours?

It’s been a while since I’ve blogged.  It’s been a busy 2 months.  We started the year off with a warm sunny vacation to Kaua’i Hawaii.  It was a great break from the cold northwest weather.

I had never been to Hawaii and was so excited to finally get there.  Scott had been there several times and lived there for a short time.  He has family on the island so for him it was like going back home.  I was surprised at how clean the roads were and the beaches.  Unlike some of the bigger islands I didn’t notice any homeless people, although I’m sure there are some.  The people there are proud of their home and it shows. 

We rented a car and can you believe we put just under 400 miles on it.  For a small island I think its like 45 miles from one side to the other.  It was go, go, go…..but so worth it.  Everyday the weather was different so I got in the habit of keeping jeans and shoes in the car cause you never know when it would rain.  Better to be safe than sorry, right?  Although I live in Washington and know what rain is, I didn’t know how it was on the island.

On our last day there it rained….all day.   But it was warm and the rain, well it was like a mist compared to what we get in the northwest.  It actually was nice because we got to relax before a day of travel back to the mainland.

So I am ready to move and enjoy my life on a tropical island.

What’s your story?  What island have you been to?  Share with us your vacation.

Wow, can you believe that 2009 is coming to an end already?  Lots of changes in 2009. 

I think it brought change within ourselves also.  Some of the things we were to adjust was our way of spending.  Americans tend to be in the “Now” moment.  We don’t have the cash that’s ok here’s a credit card.  Bad way of keeping charge, no pun intended,  of our finances.  So with all this stuff that has happened we are cutting up the cards and saving money, what a concept, money in the bank.  There are of course a few out there that didn’t get caught up in the “now” moment and have a savings and not worried about their situation.  Great for them and you if you are one of them.   

The real estate market crashed…no surprise there.  I worked in the mortgage business during the boom time and we were all “fat cats” but I could see the writing on the wall.  I questioned everything and the answer was ” well if you don’t do the loan someone else will so just get it closed”  I couldn’t believe the type of loans getting closed.  People didn’t even “truly” qualify but yet they did and I’m sure now lots of those people have lost their home.  I think we will not be seeing those days again, thank goodness.  The housing market has come back down to reality, or so they say.

What about those bailouts?  Now that’s a big joke!  What really happened there?  Well lets see…the big bosses got million dollar bonuses and the American people got squat.  And those companies still ended up claiming bankruptcy.  There’s something wrong with that picture.

Then there’s Wall Street….can anyone say “Crazy”???? what in the world were those people thinking?  Madoff…he’s just straight up evil!  Enough said.

Okay enough of the negative.  I’ve been reading that 2010 will be a better year.  What do you think?  What can we do to make it better?

Everyone have a safe New Years Eve and a healthy & prosperous 2010

~ Angel

We hope you all had a great Thanksgiving weekend.  It’s fun to get together with friends and family and share laughter and make new memories.  I had my sister join us from Las Vegas and it was lots of fun.  Now the shopping begins.  The stores were all crazy busy and that’s a good sign that the economy is picking up.  Numbers are up from last year’s holiday season.  There are lots of deals out there, but don’t forget about the stocking stuffers.  Remember women love soaps and lotions.

Now that the feast is over with, it’s time to get out those christmas decorations and light up the neighborhood.   The kids look forward to writing their letter for Santa in hopes that they will get the toys on their list.   So have you been naughty or nice????  Remember Santa knows everything….and he does give to the big kids. wink, wink…

Have a wonderful holiday season no matter what you celebrate.

Ideas on how to make your bathroom eco-friendly.
Want to make a sustainable impact on your bath without remodeling? Be aware of how you decorate the space. For example, a rubber bath mat or plastic shower curtain can wreak havoc on your indoor air quality, especially if you have a poor ventilation system.

In the shower, look for PVC-free plastic or natural fabrics, such as cotton or bamboo, for your next shower curtain and liner, as PVC emits off-gassing chemicals that can be dangerous. Or, go for a more permanent solution, like hemp, which is naturally resistant to mold, as long as you keep your bathroom well-ventilated. Plus these are washable so you are not contributing to the landfills.

To increase the elegance of your bath, incorporate towels and rugs made from organic cotton or Bamboo. Since organic cotton is grown using methods and materials that have a low impact on the environment, it’s an unbeatable and hypoallergenic option for you and any guests. Bamboo towels feel so soft on the skin and very durable. They hold up very well and I would highly recommend them. I just love my bamboo towels.

We hope these ideas are helpful to you. Thanks to KTVU for some of these ideas.

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