CLUTTER BE GONE

I did it!

The Stuff of Chaos

This is rediculous. Last night after the kids nodded off I had every intention of tackling this mess. Instead, I poured myself a glass of Merlot and laughed at how I have been overrun by STUFF. Toys....are kinda like....evil.

So, at some point today, i will have to begin the box and banish process, then figure out where to start with the sorting and chucking process. What would i rather be doing instead? Sewing a Rapunzel dress-up dress for my daughter.

A Big Pizza Pie - It's Amore

What could be the most perfect food for my 365 day challenge, but a beautifully rustic, made from scratch, pizza made with all organic ingredients...and FAST. After many trials of many types of pizza crusts, i have found my favorite basic recipe. I made a flatbread pizza for lunch today using this recipe and there was not one complaint....not even from Diva! This pizza crust is a winner in my book! How wonderful will it be when i'm able to post that the sauce and toppings were made from my garden! all i need now is a sustainable home friendly cheese. hmmm...

better check with my friends at MotherEarth News!

....any ideas?

Water Work

Find out 100 ways you can conserve water!

Yesterday i needed warm water for a homemade tortilla recipe and i experienced an "aha!" moment. I thought "i am going to heat this water over the stove instead of letting the tap run. Later, i proudly shared my moment with my husband. His response was "yeah, but how much electricity are you using up to heat the water?" HA! i have my work cut out for me, don't I?

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

It's been a great morning here. Diva and Little Man have been good children according to Santa and the elves :-) In comparison to last year's un-green bounty, this year Santa has brought an array of envioronmentally sound toys and gifts. Organic clothing, Wooden toys, paint made with flower petals and essences. We have made a great start. I can't wait to see what next Christmas brings!

PS. Here's a little tidbit on weather our Christmas Tree tradition is eco-friendly.

Dribs and Drabs

I received a wonderful magazine on how Santa Fe, New Mexico is going green. An author of the magazine is also known for using 10 gallons of water a day. WOW! that would be an interesting concept. i believe washing the dishes in the sink in this house alone takes about 2.5 gallons! My goal for January is to find ways to use less water. I`ll be researching, applying, and sharing ways to conserve water in this busy household in dribs and drabs here and there.