Is Organic Food Really Better For The Environment?

I eat a lot of organic food. In fact, about 80% of the food that goes into my body is organic. I cannot tell you how many times I get teased about eating “dirt” from many of my friends, and even my family. A friend recently quizzed me about my reasons for eating organic. I claimed that one of the …

Instilling Green Values in Our Children

Instilling green values in our children is more important now than ever before. We take the time to teach our children study habits, math, and reading, to prepare them for college.  We also teach them to manage their money, and spend their allowances wisely. We do these things because we care about their future. But are we also caring for …

Container Gardening

I’ve always admired gardeners for a hobby that produces food that’s not only delicious, but also eco-friendly and sustainable.  I mean, what’s more local than your own backyard? The University of Washington and the City of Seattle did a study on greenhouse gas emissions from locally sourced food versus food sourced out of state or internationally. (Find it here) They …