The Story of Bottled Water

We can  work collectively to end bottled water use in our schools and campuses, in our workplaces, and in our local, state and federal governments.  For resources and information to help kick the bottled water habit, and to join ongoing campaigns, see:

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I got a new attitude!

by Donna on July 20, 2010

Last month, I wrote about my recent hospital stay with Colitis in the post “My Pledge: NO Toxic Zone.”

Today, I write to you with a few resources, clearer goals, priorities and a new perspective on life.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh

I got a new attitude!

Ok, so I’m not Patti LaBelle – LOL!

My health is #1

I’ll be forty-fricken-five this year and have two young daughters… and I want to see my grand-kids give my girls as much joy –and grief– as they give me :)   Oh what a delight that will be!

This means I must:
  • Stop eating unhealthy fast food, and start cooking healthier food at home. (Saving Dinner.com)
  • Rid my home of toxic chemicals, dyes and allergens. (Household products database from the US Dept of Health & Human Services)
  • EXERCISE and get outside more often. (<–shouting!)
  • Take nutritional supplements for my digestive, heart, and physical health.
  • Stop putting myself second. (Why do I do this?)

Solutions:

Going Green (Toxin Free)

I’ve found less expensive, toxin free products for myself, family and home at 30-40% off retail. Puts me in mind of Costco or Sam’s Club, and I can order online.  If you want to know more, schedule time to chat here or call and leave me a message at 419 775-7424.

Seriously – you NEED to do this! I’ve been walking around with alarming levels of toxins like formaldehyde, household cleaners, and weed killer without a CLUE!  Save money and your health!  (It’s the stuff you don’t know about that’ll kill ya!)

Physical

My mom has a sign in her living room that says, “If I REST – I RUST” and that is so true!

Not the rusting part – the being “sedentary” part.

Moving around blesses your soul and your heart. Whether it’s mowing the lawn or going to the gym – get some exercise – we weren’t built to sit on our arse!  And, we don’t have to spend a lot of money either.  (12 Frugal Exercise Ideas.com)

Mental

My mental health is not something I wake up thinking about each day – but what do you do DAILY that makes you happy?

Are “toxic” relationships holding you back?  Are you tolerating a less than perfect environment?  Lighten your mental load and dump the junk!

Michelle at “Making Shift Happen” has a great article on “Renewing Your Mental Outlook”

Proactively choose the type of energy that you want to use, and GIVE, during your life.

Tally-HO!

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How I Am Defeating An Outbreak Of Poison Oak Thanks To Melaleuca

July 11, 2010

In case you’re suffering with Poison Ivy/Oak and are looking for a way to control and soothe the itching, take a moment to read what I did, from a person who normally has a terrible reaction. During the Fourth of July bonfire and fireworks I managed to get into some firewood covered with Poison Oak. [...]

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Mentally Ill or Enviromentally Sick Part IV

June 28, 2010

The 5th and final member of our family had his testing…and not surprising the water is an issue for him also. (If you are not familiar with our situation you can catch up here Mentally Ill or Environmentally Sick) My husband suffered with insomnia, severe snoring, flashes in his eye,  dizziness, exhaustion and irritability. For [...]

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Some Protein Shakes/Drinks Could Poison You – Containing Mercury, Lead, Arsenic and Cadmium

June 22, 2010

Consumer Reports purchased 15 protein powders and drinks and tested multiple samples of each for arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury. Levels in several of the products could, with just three servings a day, result in daily exposure to arsenic, cadmium, or lead exceeding USP limits. When taking into account the large serving size suggested, the [...]

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Recycled 3-D Glasses are Loaded With Jimmy Germs!

June 14, 2010

Ewww! Nasty!  For those of you who don’t understand the term “Jimmy Germs” – that’s what parents said when I was little… You see, there was always one kid who was sick and we were told to steer clear of Jimmy ’cause he had lots’a germs. Now that you understand… Good Housekeeping recently did a [...]

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Problem Solving the BP Way

June 14, 2010

Putting it all in perspective… what happens when BP spills coffee.

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Buy LOCAL Organic Eggs – How to find Farmers in your area who sell organic food

June 8, 2010

If you are eating organically, then you have learned how important the diet and care of an animal is to the quality of its meat, and in this case, their eggs. But have you ever thought about what happens to these eggs AFTER they are collected? Check out LocalHarvest.Org to find a farm near you [...]

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Mentally Ill or Environemtally Sick Part III

June 8, 2010

*UPDATE* June 8th 2010 My (2) Youngest children had their Bio Stress Testing done today…Guess What? Toxic sensitivity to our water! That makes 4 out of 5 of us…only my husband has yet to be tested and he has already experienced amazing changes just my drinking the RO (Reverse Osmosis) water. My youngest is the [...]

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Mentally Ill or Environmentally Sick Part II

June 8, 2010

*UPDATE* May 21st 2010 As of today I am still doing well. Details on the rest of the family below. Playing hide and seek tag with the kids and riding our bikes regularly. Progress on the house is a SLOW tedious process (and expensive). We have made the following changes to the house and our [...]

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