It’s clear that the planet needs us now more than ever.
We can all make a massive difference if we choose to consume more consciously and responsibly. But being conscious does not mean being boring! Far from it, actually.
Here are some fun finds & suggestions for an eco-filled Valentine’s:
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Thrifting has become my principal way of shopping for clothes. It has also become a passion! I love the amazing treasures I find in thrift shops. They bring joy to my heart. I also love sharing them on my social media accounts to encourage others to do the same as this is great for the planet.
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So….have you heard of the recent fashion controversy? Celebrities and socialites wearing designer dresses with replicas of animal heads that look like hunting trophies.
I was going to share a photo here but decided against it. Too creepy for my taste!
I have nothing against animal prints. They can be fun to wear, empowering even.
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Last week, I went to see the Avatar film, The Way of Water. Watching the spectacular and breathtaking underwater scenes reinforced my passion and desire to protect the oceans and their inhabitants.
There is way too much trash on this planet, including on beaches and along coastlines. The planet is crying out for change.
Below are some tips to help us protect the Oceans, one of the planet’s most prized and sadly disrespected treasures:
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We’re at the beginning of the New Year. Of course, we all want to do better, live better lives and enjoy more peace. Enjoying a simpler and less cluttered home environment helps immensely in that regard.
Although I’m far from perfect and still find piles of paper and clothes on my bed at times, I’m getting better at organizing my space. And this feels like, ahhhhhh, a breath of fresh air.
Below are 4 tips to begin the year on the right foot:
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We’re a week away from Christmas and coming closer to the New Year. If you’re still wondering what gifts to purchase loved ones and hesitating about last minute gifts, here are some suggestions that can help you out while assisting Mother Nature’s regeneration during this time of festivities:
1) Use what you have in terms of napkins, tablecloths, and home decorations. Why not use nature’s bounty like pine cones to decorate your space, mantle and packages.
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With winter upon us, it’s time to get cozy and bundle up! Don’t we all love that cozy feeling of sitting by the fireplace with a hot cup of tea or hot cocoa?
I’ve found the perfect accessories to help us keep warm and toasty.
Here are some of my favorites:
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Grâce à toute cette pluie qui tombe chez nous cette semaine, j’ai fait de jolies découvertes! Si par le passé, j’associais les jours de pluie avec la grisaille et la noirceur, eh bien avec ces nouvelles trouvailles, c’est terminé! De plus, ces articles sont écologiques, fabriqués principalement de matières recyclées, donc de véritables merveilles!
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The English version of this article is found below.
Récemment, j’ai fait le GRAND ménage de ma trousse de cosmétiques et de ma pharmacie…Ouf! Il y avait beaucoup de trucs inutiles achetés sur le coup de l’impulsivité et toxiques là-dedans: masques “hydratants” pour le visage en forme de licorne et de lapin ( sans blague! Je devais avoir besoin d’un sacré remontant ce jour-là…), fards à paupières ultra brillants et rarement portés (et sans doute fabriqués avec du mica,
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Nous voilà déjà à la rentrée, à quelques semaines de l’automne. Ouf! Je dois avouer que je retiens ( à peine) quelques larmes à l’idée de ranger mes sandales et mes gougounes, à voir le soleil disparaître plus tôt dans la journée et surtout, à l’idée de devoir porter manteau, foulard et tout ce bazar qui vient avec le temps plus frais. Mais bon, je reste positive car l’automne apporte son lot de charme, n’est-ce pas? Cette saison a ses propres parfums et son ambiance cozy de cocooning. Mon côté country apprécie aussi la période des récoltes qui nous apporte pommes, courges et des citrouilles, surtout depuis que j’ai commencé à cuisiner!
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