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Monthly Archives: March 2011
Sculpting Kaleidoscopes: Jen Stark–Artist
Whatever you do, don’t take simple objects for granted. For example, take a piece of construction paper.. It’s a craft staple that’s usually considered a “kid thing.” But that medium is hardly for kids only, as paper is currently enjoying … Continue reading
Posted in Arts & Culture, Ideas, Inspiration
Tagged aartists, art, artists, color, women
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Living the Swoosh: Barbara Hillary–Adventurer
Everybody knows the iconic “Just Do It” Nike swoosh logo. And for adventurer Barbara Hillary, she “just did it,” and became the first African-American woman to stand on top of the world at the North Pole in April, 2007. … Continue reading
Posted in Difference Makers, Inspiration, People
Tagged achievement, inspiration, women
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The Purposeful Plate
In a vigorous nod to this month also being National Nutrition Month, I came across a posting earlier that really sheds insight on what it means to eat ethically. Found on the Beginning Farmers website, this was a guest post entitled, … Continue reading
Posted in Food and drink, Ideas, Uncategorized
Tagged environment, ethical eating, food, local, meat-free
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Four Women: Seeing A Different Vision
As a reflection of the 100th anniversary of Women’s History Month, the next postings will touch upon four contemporary women who’ve been an inspiration for me, all from diverse backgrounds and interests, but bound one one commonality—that of a burning … Continue reading
Posted in Difference Makers, Ideas, Inspiration
Tagged inspiration, visionaries, women
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Get You GREEN VOTE on!
With just a little under a week to go, YOU the public, have the opportunity to select your choices in not only one, but in two annual green awards recognizing everyday people making a difference. These awards are: Hearts of Green 2011, … Continue reading
Posted in Greener Living, Ideas, Involvement
Tagged awards, contests, greener living
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Today is Meatout Day!
Today marks the international observance of Meatout Day for 2011, started by the F.A.R.M. organization [Farm Animal Rights Movement] over 25 years ago to educate consumers about the benefits of plant-based diets and veganism. The Great American Meatout is celebrated … Continue reading
Posted in Food and drink, Ideas, Involvement
Tagged diet, food, meat-free, veganism, vegetarian
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No Wheels Needed
Seventeen years ago, I gave up my car by default. Mounting expenses brought me to the decision of either maintaining my apartment, or maintaining a car and facing eviction. Needless to say, the housing option won. Soon after, I … Continue reading
Posted in Family Life, Transportation
Tagged automobiles, car-free, energy, environment, families, lifestyle, trasportation
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What’s a Word For……?
It’s that time of the year again—we’re in the middle of the first full week in March known as Words Matter Week. with the actual dates being March 6-12, 2011. Sponsored annually by the National Association of Independent Writers and … Continue reading
Wisdom Thoughts – An Occasional Series
“There are only 3 colors, 10 digits, and 7 notes; it’s what we do with them that’s important.” — Jim Rohn Technorati Tags: quotes,motivational
Posted in Creativity, Inspiration
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Keep On “Keeping It Real”
Although February is over, that doesn’t mean reverting to unhealthy snacking habits. Last month, Kitchen Gardens International sponsored a month-long challenge in response to the big food industry’s “National Snack Food Month”. This “Real Food Month” advocated healthy eating through … Continue reading
Posted in Activism, Food and drink, Involvement
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GreenSpirations: Be Conscious & Connected 