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Jul32012Jan 23 2016
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My Summer Bucket List

by onepartsunshine, in category Green Activities for Kids

It’s the same story every year. I come up with a huge list of all the things I want to do during the summer, and then summer passes by before I realize it. This summer is moving by especially fast since I am due to have a baby by the end of it. Of course, I have another massive list of all that I want to accomplish but I’m trying not to stress myself out over it. Summer is supposed be about having fun, right?

So here is my summer bucket list:

Jun152012Jan 23 2016
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Taking the Toxins out of Father’s Day: Lead Free Fishing Tackle

by onepartsunshine, in category * FAVORITE POSTS *, Green Holidays

My husband loves to fish. Even if he doesn’t catch anything (which he rarely does), he loves being outdoors in quiet nature. So naturally, with Father’s Day approaching, new fishing equipment came to mind as the perfect gift for him. Little did I know that purchasing this equipment would ultimately result in the pollution of our lakes and rivers and the death of waterfowl.

May312012Aug 15 2020
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Avoiding Toxins in the Garden

by onepartsunshine, in category * FAVORITE POSTS *, Eating Green

I was strolling through Lowe’s, checking out their gardening supplies, looking for a new spray nozzle for my garden hose. I picked one up to examine it more closely and noticed a warning with words like “birth defects” and “cancer.” Being 27 weeks pregnant, I almost threw the thing across the store. It turns out that this seemingly harmless nozzle was full of lead. And it wasn’t the only one. Every single nozzle in the entire gardening department had the same lead warning. As did the hoses and soakers and brass fittings and who knows what else. I was shocked. I have spent tons of money and time putting together the perfect organic garden and here I am watering my plants with lead, phthalates and BPA.

May282012Jan 23 2016
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Buy Local Now: Honey

by onepartsunshine, in category Health and Beauty, Shopping

Honey is a perfect example of why it is important to know where your food comes from. Recent news reports have stated that honey imported from China is sometimes contaminated with lead and antibiotics. And even honey that claims to be from the U.S. may not be.

Apr292012Jan 24 2016
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Buy Local Now: Jewelry

by onepartsunshine, in category Shopping

The Charlottesville City Market opened earlier this month. The reasons to buy local hit me full force as I browsed the local eggs, plants, honey, crafts and baked goods. Our post on The Dangers in Kids’ Jewelry brings to light how dangerous cheap jewelry from China can be for children and adults. This jewelry is often contaminated with toxins such as lead and cadmium which have been linked to cancer and hindered brain development. The safest solution is to buy locally made jewelry from artisans dedicated to using safe materials.

Apr132012Jan 23 2016
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Sneaking Veggies Into Your Child’s Food

by onepartsunshine, in category Eating Green

I’m lucky. My son is a vegetable lover. He will happily munch on fresh cherry tomatoes or red bell peppers. And his lunch of choice is a fresh spinach salad with herb vinaigrette. But like most children, there are times when Monster doesn’t eat enough vegetables. So I have gotten into the habit of adding veggies into other foods whenever I can. I do it for myself and my husband as much as I do it for my son.

Mar72012Jan 18 2016
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An Explanation for My Absence (i.e. Hyperemesis Gravidarum)

by onepartsunshine, in category Natural Pregnancy

I have not posted on this blog (or really had anything to do with One Part Sunshine) in months. Instead, I have been confined to my bed overwhelmed by nausea, vomiting and extreme fatigue. We found out we were pregnant with our second child shortly before Christmas. And a week later, I was a mess. I became one of more than 60,000 women each year to be afflicted by a condition known as hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). HG is a condition that occurs during pregnancy characterized by extreme nausea and vomiting which leads to dehydration and weight loss.

Dec22011Jan 24 2016
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Christmas Crafts on Pinterest

by onepartsunshine, in category Green Holidays

My goal this holiday season is to step up the DIY. I’m handcrafting gifts, ornaments, decorations and snacks. And I plan to involve my son as much as possible. To get a look at my Christmas craft inspiration, check out my Pinterest board. You can see the crafts I did last year in my blog on My Green Christmas 2010.

Nov132011Jan 24 2016
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Natural Insect Control

by onepartsunshine, in category Green Cleaning

It seems as though the cold weather is driving all of the bugs to find warmth in our house. We are currently battling ants, fruit flies, stinkbugs and these little black beetles. Of course, using conventional insecticides is not an answer in our home. Such products are poisonous to both people and house pets. And children are particularly susceptible to the dangerous effects of insecticides since they are more likely to pick up that roach motel or crawl on the floor where you just sprayed ant killer.

Nov12011Jan 23 2016
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DIY Halloween (The Lightning Bug Costume)

by onepartsunshine, in category Green Holidays

About a month ago, I asked Monster, “So what do you want to be for Halloween?” His answer: “A lightening bug.” Of course, I was extremely happy with his answer. I was dreading that he would say something like Buzz Lightyear and I would be forced to go to a Halloween super center in order to find his costume. But a lightening bug I could do . . . somehow.
Now it is the day after Halloween and I am pleased to report that the lightening bug/firefly costume was a huge success. And I was able to do it without buying anything! It was cheap, green and safe. Here is how I did it . . .

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Are you new to at-home or online learning? Are you Are you new to at-home or online learning? Are you giving homeschooling a try? I posted a list of tools and tips to help you create a nurturing and peaceful learning environment for your child. As a homeschooler for the past ten years, I am no stranger to the challenges of learning at home, and I am sharing some of my hard-earned wisdom with you at http://onepartsunshine.com/at-home-learning-tools/ #athomeschool #athomelearning #onlineschool #virtualschool #onlinelearning #homeschooling #homeschool #homeschooltools #onepartsunshine
Do you want to get rid of all of your nonstick pot Do you want to get rid of all of your nonstick pots and pans? Check out my shopping guide with all of my favorite cast iron, stainless steel and stoneware bakeware and cookware options. Just in time for the holidays! #stickingittononstick #onepartsunshine #notononstick #castironcooking #stoneware #stainlesssteelkitchen
Reusable, naturally-scented, dryer sheets! I reuse Reusable, naturally-scented, dryer sheets! I reuse my old organic cotton nursing pads (a washcloth works too), clip a safety pin on to reduce static, and put a few drops of essential oil (any fragrance works) on the pad before throwing it in the dryer with the clothes. I’m in a cozy winter mood so I’m using cinnamon oil now. All of my clothes and towels smell like cider! I also use white vinegar in the rinse cycle of my washer to help keep clothes soft. #naturalcleaning #naturallaundry #naturalcleaningtips #naturaldryersheets
I love the farmers markets in Charlottesville. Eve I love the farmers markets in Charlottesville. Even in the winter, you can find fresh and local eggs, meat and herbs. #farmersmarket #cvillemarket #cvillecitymarket #ixartpark
I have been using the oil cleansing method for my I have been using the oil cleansing method for my face for years. I used to make my own oil blends but I recently discovered this blend from @dermae. I feel like it does a much better job than my homemade blends. I have dry and acne-prone skin, and this makes my skin feel great. For those of you who are new to the oil cleansing method, it works great for all skin types. Just massage the oil into your dry skin for a minute or so, then cover your face with a hot (but not too hot) washcloth for a minute or so, then wipe all of the makeup and grime off your face. It works great for removing eye makeup too. https://amzn.to/2SbaIqw (affiliate link) #oilcleansing #oilcleansingmethod #naturalskincare #naturalskincareproducts
I am loving this food-grade iPhone case from @getk I am loving this food-grade iPhone case from @getkroma. They have interchangeable back plates and are free of BPA, lead and phthalates. My husband has been using one for six months and it still looks brand new. Check out my post on less toxic phone cases at https://goo.gl/d7JxP3
I just put together the ultimate less-waste dining I just put together the ultimate less-waste dining out kit. @beeswrap for wrapping up leftovers. My own utensils to cut down on disposables. @itzyritzy snack bag for storing it all and for even more leftovers. Find beeswrap here https://amzn.to/2MUeHBM and snack bags here https://amzn.to/2ObjuAd
Loving this @badgerbalm face sunscreen! It is tint Loving this @badgerbalm face sunscreen! It is tinted so it does not go on white. I use this as my sunscreen, foundation and moisturizer. And it smells great. https://amzn.to/2NON7Hm
I finally tried Bee’s Wrap! This is a great natu I finally tried Bee’s Wrap! This is a great natural alternative to plastic wrap and aluminum foil. And they sell a large size perfect for wrapping homemade loaves of bread. @beeswrap https://amzn.to/2MUeHBM
What are your thoughts on breadmakers? I bought on What are your thoughts on breadmakers? I bought one yesterday. I’ve hesitated in the past because of the non-stick surface. Plus it just feels more real to make bread by hand - but I never have the time for that. I loved waking up to a fresh loaf though. #breaddilemma #morningsarebetterwithbread
Created edible flower butter for our nature club. Created edible flower butter for our nature club. I combined softened butter with chopped pansies, radish flowers and cilantro flowers and then chilled. The kids loved it! #edibleflowers #natureschool
Just turned 40 cups of black raspberries from our Just turned 40 cups of black raspberries from our garden into jam, syrup and cobbler! The excess is going into the freezer because I’m still too nervous to can things.
Homemade prickly pear lemonade. Looking to nature Homemade prickly pear lemonade. Looking to nature and the garden to supply us with everything we need.
Every time I get a rotisserie chicken from #WholeF Every time I get a rotisserie chicken from #WholeFoods, I make a batch of homemade chicken stock with the bones. I just add a bunch of leftover veggies and herbs. And I freeze it all in Mason jars. #stopfoodwaste
I love this time of year! I just made homemade app I love this time of year! I just made homemade applesauce and apple butter using apples from a friend's tree. And I roasted a couple of sugar pumpkins to make muffins and pie. I put the excess in glass Mason jars and store them in the freezer.
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