Disposing Of Old Electronics: What You Need To Know

Posted on 2 February 2016

Properly disposing of old electronics isn't something many people bother putting much thought into. Over time, many of you have probably accumulated electronic waste in your home because it seems like too much of a hassle to get rid of properly—that old printer is collecting dust, an old camera or cellphone is lying around, and hasn't been used in over 10 years. You probably don't see the big deal in simply tossing it into the trash. [Read More]

Refining Gold: Turn Your Gold Jewelry Into A Worthy Bullion

Posted on 6 November 2015

You might have gotten lucky by inheriting some jewelry from a family member, but perhaps the gold pieces you obtained are not exactly your type. You do not have to let those pieces go to waste as long as you consider a professional gold refiner who should be able to turn those pieces into something of use, like a gold bullion. But you should still know a few things about gold refining, which this guide will help you understand. [Read More]

Five Tips That Can Save You Money On Your Garbage PickUp

Posted on 13 July 2015

When trying to save money, a simple strategy is to look at all the services you use and see where cuts can be made. When making these changes, don't forget to look at your garbage service. Cutting costs on trash pickup doesn't just save you money, either. A major side benefit of frugality is that it often tends to be environmentally friendly, too. The following tips can help you cut costs and help the Earth. [Read More]

Looking For Extra Income? 4 Metals You Could Be Recycling

Posted on 25 June 2015

If money's tight right now, you're probably looking for ways to bring in some extra income. Finding another job isn't always feasible, especially if you're already working a second – and maybe even a third – job. Take a look around your yard. If you have scrap metal laying around, you're on your way to some spare cash. There are a lot of metals that you can recycle, some that you might not have even thought of. [Read More]

About Me

Teaching My Family Sustainability

One day, after all of my children got home from school, my husband and I made the announcement that we were moving to the country for a year. You should have seen the looks on our kid's faces. They were terrified, and they knew that it was going to be a big change. What would they do without their tablets and cell phones? We wanted to move to teach our kids a simpler way of life and how to recycle and be kind to Mother Earth. After we made the transition, it was amazing to see our children flourish. This blog details our journey so that you can see the importance and the power of sustainable living.