Clean Green Recipes

If you are searching for some simple, inexpensive ways to clean green, read on!

All Purpose Cleaner 4oz each of vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, lemon juice

Glass/Window Cleaner
1 cup rubbing alcohol (isopropyl)
1 cup water
1 tbs white vinegar

Furniture Polish
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice

Mopping Solution
mix 1/2 cup vinegar with 1 gallon of water

Toilet Bowl Cleaner
pour pure white vinegar in toilet and let sit for 30 minutes

Carpet Freshener
sprinkle baking soda throughout house prior to vacuuming

Carpet Stains
rub rubbing alcohol over stain in a circular motion with a cleaning rag

Freshen Drains
Grind orange or lemon peels in garbage disposal
or fill ice tray with vinegar and freeze. Once frozen, dump ice cubes down drain. This will help absorb nasty odors vs. covering them up.

Clean tough spots by making a paste mixing baking soda and water or baking soda with lemon juice and applying to stains for toilet, tub, sinks, or floors. To scrub tough spots, sprinkle baking soda on a lemon half. This is great for hard to clean stains.

Happy Cleaning!

Kelp Powder - Mineral Hair Treatment

View my sea kelp natural hair treatment I tried over the weekend. It is a simple process that offers great results- shine and additional minerals that are great for the hair. My concoction included kelp powder, aloe vera juice, and oils. I decided to use coconut and red palm oil in my mixture, but feel free to use whatever oils work well with your hair- almond, apricot, etc. Leave the mixture on for 2 to 4 hours. It's easy to wash out, and the smell is minimal. The first pic of my hair shows my texture prior to the treatment. View the sheen and length after treatment. This is a completely natural home remedy. Care to learn more about kelp and how it supports hair growth, and the overall body-depending on how you use it. Check out the link from Herb Wisdom for additional info. http://www.herbwisdom.com/herb-kelp.html

Me, Myself, and I

Life can be so fast paced, non-stop at times. There are days when I say, 'I'd like to get off this ride and take a break!' And I will slow down if at all possible, meaning saying no to someone, I can't help, I can't go. Sometimes it's just necessary for me to check in with myself and realize when too much is too much. Just two weeks ago, I was laid out on a beach, on an island, alone. No children, no husband, not even a girlfriend. Just me, my music, and a good book. It's rare that I get time alone, but I believe it's highly necessary. I've gotten a few raised eyebrows because I have taken several trips without my children, a few outside of the country. I don't feel guilty one bit. I'm certainly not a perfect mother, but I know that quality time is important in my household, along with family fun, activities, and traveling. Although challenging, stealing alone time really needs to be made a priority. This time can attribute t...

Living Greener- 6 Simple Updates

I believe it's been embedded in our heads that living a green life is challenging, time consuming, and expensive. Here are several minor updates you can incorporate into your everyday living, leading you to a greener lifestyle. I've included facts to go along with several of the topics. 1. Laundry/Dishes- Only wash dishes and laundry when you have a full load, and use earth-friendly cleaning products http://www.treehugger.com/files/2007/02/how-to-go-green-laundry.php#tips 2. Household Cleaning - Make your own cleaning products or buy products that are safe for the environment and your home. Most people are surprised at how affordable these products are. Many are comparable to those packed with chemicals and toxins. http://www.treehugger.com/files/2007/01/how-to-go-green-cleaning.php#tips 3. Natural Skin, Hair, and Body- Try homemmade products, or shop smart and choose products that are safe and good for your body. If you think of how many...

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