Ingrams Water And Air Offers “Green” Heat Pumps

In a society where everyone is going green, many people (now more than ever) are turning to geothermal heat pumps like the ones offered at Ingram's Water and Air in Paducah, KY.
Coming from the Greek words geo (earth) and therme (heat), Geothermal heat pumps like the McQuay Enfinity Water Source Heat Pumps receive their energy [...]

Creative Trash: Coffee Grounds

It may be no surprise to many of you that recycling isn't the only way to reduce our trash - but, sometimes it's hard to figure out HOW to re-use things.
For example, coffee grounds.  Sure, you can put them in a compost pile, but what if you want something a little more...creative?
Make Coffee Ground "Fossils"!
What [...]

Going Green Tip 1 – Tackle Your Trash!

Going "green" is all the rage - as it should be, but it's easier to fill our homes with "greener" accessories that still somehow find themselves ending up in the landfill.  Sometimes, it's easier to trick ourselves that it's just as good to "buy" green then to "live" green.  But, the truth is, being "green" [...]

Earth Day And Recycling 101

- a guest article by Shawn Baldwin
With its pastures, fields, hillsides and woods, West Kentucky is truly a green place to live. The good news, though, is that it is getting greener:  More people are recycling and more opportunities to recycle are becoming available.
If you’d like to become one of the growing number of green [...]

DIY Homemade Yogurt

It may be hard to understand why we would put a "yogurt" post in a "living green" section, so let me bridge the gap.  Living green is more of a lifestyle - it's learning how to do some things (although you don't have to do it all, and you certainly get to pick and choose [...]

Finding The Right Sunscreen

Spring is here, and as the weather begins to warm up, we begin to get ourselves ready for that "beach" weather.  It's not NEWS that long exposure to the sun without protection can be harmful (think, skin cancer), but did you know that slathering up with some of the most common sunscreens can potentially cause [...]

Stocking Up – Part 2 – Lists for Beginners

This list is an extension to our article on Stocking Up on Groceries.
Feel free to modify and print this list out for your stockpiling endeavors:
BAKING SUPPLIES

Flour
Yeast
Salt
Granulated sugar
Powdered sugar
Brown sugar
Baking powder
Baking soda
Corn meal
Corn starch
Cocoa
Vanilla extract
Cooking oil (canola, olive, etc.)
Spices
Honey
Powdered milk
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How To Make Your Own Diaper Wipes

Why would you want to do this, you ask? Have you ever looked at the ingredients in baby wipes? Some pretty nasty stuff that can be very irritating…and you wonder why junior has a horrible rash? Try this recipe with cloth or chlorine free diapers.
What You Need:

Cloth wipes or soft baby wash cloths
Water Spray Bottle
Water
Baby [...]

Helloky.com’s Best of…Cloth Pads

Cloth diapers are all the rage right now, but for some reason there isn't a lot of talk about the option of cloth pads for women. The reasons are probably obvious - blood seems to scare people much more than the idea of feces and urine, and the idea of reusing and washing cloth [...]

BEST OF…Cloth Diapers and Accessories 2009

Whether you are a new mom or a seasoned pro, beginning cloth diapering can be a bit daunting when first starting out. For most of us, spending that initial investment is like spending your chore money in a candy store with candy you've never tasted before. So, in an effort to give parents [...]

Stocking Up On Groceries

Grocery budgets per week can range anywhere from $50 to $500 depending on your spending habits, the food you eat, number of mouths you're feeding and...your ability to plan.
Regardless of the first 3 criteria, you can choose to save money and slice dollars off of your food bill with just a little planning.
The Menu-Maker
This person [...]

At The Farmers’ Market

One of my favorite things about summer is browsing the tables at the local farmers' markets for local honey, produce, and fresh baked breads. However, since our family has become more aware about the foods we put into our bodies, I've been a little more picky about what I will buy or won't when [...]

Trash Into Treasure

Find of the day:
Check out this cool ebook that shows how to turn even your basic trash to treasure!  With 42 easy crafts, you're sure to find something you'll love!
Even better?  It's free!
Check it out here!

Cloth Diapering – The Pros And Cons Of Different Types

All In Ones (AIO)
Pros:
Easy to use
Function similar to that of a disposable
Daycares prefer them
Cons:
Long drying times
Some wear out faster (especially ones with PUL outers), since they spend more time in the dryer
All In Twos (AI2, a type of All In Ones that comes apart into 2 pieces, the liner snaps out)
Pros:
When cared for properly, do [...]

Cloth Diapering – The Basics

There are many things to consider and take into account when choosing whether to cloth diaper you child or not. If you choose to cloth diaper, no matter your reason, getting started can be quite intimidating. So, to help you get started, you should first acquaint yourself with the different types of cloth diapers available [...]

Cloth Diapers Vs. Disposables

When Lorelei was born, I didn’t know I had a choice between cloth and disposables. Like many moms, I knew cloth diapers were out there…but I thought they were the same diapers my grandparents used. The flat cloth diapers that you folded, pinned, and then swished in the toilet. And, for me…that wasn’t even an [...]

Pick Your Own…Blueberries, That Is.

There's nothing sweeter than being able to pull blueberries straight off the bush and pop them in your mouth. At least, that's what our two-year old would tell you. (And, we wouldn't disagree.)
Sure, blueberries can be bought year-round at Walmart for $3.00 for only a pint (close to 3/4 lb including the container), [...]

Composting 101

Composting is one of the best (and least expensive) ways to fertilize your garden. --It's taking a process that nature will do anyhow and doing it quicker and and giving you more control to where it goes.

When I first discovered composting, I was overwhelmed by the variety of composting bins - ranging from $200-$3,000. [...]

Combatting Allergies – Naturally

When summer comes around each year, most people relish in the daydreams of swimsuits and suntan lotion and outdoor activities. But, for those with allergies, the daydreams of glistening sand and waters turn to those of drippy, itchy, red, sneezy noses and puffy eyes.
It is estimated that over 50 million Americans suffer from allergies, [...]