Whether or not you’re ready to admit it, summer break is fast approaching – the kids are home and you’re going to have to think of a million ways to entertain them over those long, drawn-out weeks! But don’t fret! There are tons of fun and, wait for it, (almost) free ways of keeping your […]
Green Living
Green living ideas, eco friendly cleaning tips, eco friendly home ideas, and going green tips for the eco-friendly family and eco friendly kids.
A Closer Look At Fair Trade And What It Means To Farmers
I recently had the opportunity to go along with Whole Foods on a trip to DiveMex Fair Trade Pepper Farm in Mexico. It was a day packed with activity and learning. It was an eye opening experience to get to visit a Fair Trade Farm in person, look at the crop production, and attend a […]
10 Creative DIY Teacher Gifts
Here are several knock-their-socks-off DIY teacher gifts that the teacher will actually love. These ideas are all fairly simple, take an eco-freindly approach, and will make a great impression. I hope you enjoy these creative DIY teacher gifts and let us know which one you make by using #familyfocusblog on social media. Some people like […]
Amana Refrigerator Review: Stylish And Energy Efficient
My refrigerator was super old and I am really try to make green choices whenever I can so I started looking for a new Energy Star refrigerator. This green choice was a no brainer since it offers so much savings in the cost of my electricity. I also wanted my new fridge to provide a stylish upgrade […]
Cool Sustainable Agriculture Examples In Costa Rica
I recently went to Costa Rica on a Rainforest Alliance press trip to learn more about sustainable agriculture methods. This type of farming involves practices like protecting soil fertility and preventing soil erosion through crop rotation and cover crops. I had the opportunity to speak with farmers and farm managers. It was so interesting to […]
6 Amazing Lavender Essential Oil Uses For Hair
Over the last century, more people have been discovering the diverse applications of pure Lavender oil. Though there are many different essential oils with different benefits, Lavender is perhaps the most versatile of all essential oils. The many lavender essential oil uses and benefits will astound you. That is why it is my absolute favorite […]
Eco Friendly Pet Care Products & Tips
With recent studies showing that our pets can produce a larger carbon footprint than our SUVs, eco- minded pet owners have been searching for ways for taking care of the family pet, while offsetting their pets’ “carbon pawprints.” There is a wide array of eco friendly pet products available on the market today. That is […]