Hug This Tea Tree
January 27, 2008 by Jennifer
Well, I’ve been absent all weekend – which I will explain in the next post. But first the answer the tree quiz (that I promised the other day – bad me).
The answer to this tree hug quiz is Tea Tree.
I use tea tree oil a lot. The other day I was thinking, so… “Is there really a tea tree?” I looked it up, thinking I’d find a shrub or small plant, but there is a tea tree. It’s native to Australia and while the tree resembles a shrub, it’s a tree.
Tea tree essential oil is a great all-purpose oil. You …read more
One Small Step: Ditch the Air Fresheners
November 12, 2007 by Jennifer
Most commercial spray, plug-in, and other type air fresheners contain numerous toxic ingredients. From aerosols, ammonia, and bad synthetic fragrances to those tiny plastic plug-in holders that need to go somewhere and it’s unlikely they get recycled. Add to that the massive packaging and there’s not much to be said for the green qualities of the common room freshener. Chemical air fresheners are dangerous for your family’s health as well.
Ditch commercial air fresheners and try this instead:
A home that’s cleaned on a regular basis won’t smell icky. Prevention is worth the most in this situation.
Air out your home. There’s a …read more


