Earlier today I posted about getting the kids outdoors this weekend.
Then, I saw a trio of really cute girls about 8 years old having a picnic by the sidewalk at my apartments. It made me happy that they were exploring the outdoors and not sitting in front of a TV.
However…
A few hours later I noticed that they left behind a lot of trash. We’re talking multiple plastic bottles, cheese wrappers, Pringles tops and even lunch meat slices. Well, first, how rude. (I’m a little sensitive since my ex-neighbor’s kids used to throw all kinds of trash into our lawn.)
And second, …read more

This month, Lifestyles decided to have a little fun with one of summer’s favorite pastimes – picnics & potlucks. Here are all the tips from around the channel, there’s recipes, tips and a few laughs thrown in for free.

Here at Tree Hugging Family I shared 10 tips for an easy green picnic or green potluck
At Declutter It you can read five tips to help you organize your summer BBQ. 
Strawberry Rhubarb Crunch by Robust Cooking
Watermelon Raspberry Lemonade at All Holiday Cafe
Rice Krispie Treats at Keeping the Castle
Homemade Oreo Ice Cream at Chocolate Bytes
Cool Summer Snacking at Inside Motherhood
Pasta Salad at Thrifty …read more

Today the Lifestyles Channel is holding a potluck / picnic of sorts. Each of the channel blogs will be somehow discussing potlucks and picnics today – a favorite recipe, maybe some planning tips. Here at Tree Hugging Family, we’ll be looking at how to hold a green picnic.

Pack green silverware and plates. That means real dishes or at the very least a smart eco-alternative.
Bring at least one meatless main dish.
Aim for a healthy organic picnic.
Block the sun with eco friendly sunglasses.
Toss an earth friendly Frisbee.
Don’t forget the human safe bug spray and sunscreen.
Forget stuff like balloons to mark your picnic …read more