Flower Power
Olympic Bouquets Blossom The elegantly simple bouquets that athletes will be clutching on the Olympic awards podiums have a story that’s nearly as inspiring as the games themselves. The 1,800 bouquets are being created a day in advance by floral designers from Just Beginnings Non-Profit Society, a floral shop and women’s floral design school in [...]
Eco-Paradise
Looking for something a little more stimulating than your co-workers clashing over copy costs at the Thursday afternoon staff meeting? Imagine exchanging that suit and tie for shorts and walking shoes as you hike through a rain forest to discover a hidden waterfall and then drink in the beauty of the jungle as you soak in a freshwater pool…
Deeply Rooted History
Historic Trees Take Root in Gardens As Americans, our history is firmly rooted in our hearts. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if a small piece of that history could flourish in our gardens as well, serving as a living reminder of the events that shaped our collective past? Word Count: 536 words with 132 word [...]
Perfectly Shell
Bring the sparkling beauty of the sea into your home while you nurture the environment with these striking Shell Top Glass Bottles from Palecek.
Green(er) Houses – The Green Year by Jodi Helmer
Small Changes Make a Big Difference Going green may seem like no small task, but author Jodi Helmer is determined to show readers how small changes can have a major impact in The Green Year: 365 Small Things You Can Do to Make a Big Difference. The inspiration for the book, now in its second [...]
Recycling Renovation Debris Benefits Bottom Line
Waste Not Today, there are so many environmentally friendly choices you can make when renovating a home. You can choose engineered lumber to conserve wood, high-tech insulation to help boost the efficiency of your house and HVAC systems, water-saving faucets and energy-efficient appliances to preserve precious resources, and low-VOC paints to help your family breathe [...]
