Going Green!

Jon and I have been working towards being more "green" (not like Kermit). So here are a couple of things we've done.

We started using vinegar and water to clean most areas including the bathroom. Some baking soda helps for the tough stuff too. It's awesome! It cleans surprisingly well (at least it was a surprise to us!). Not only does it help us keep toxic chemicals out of landfills, waterways, and the air but it is FAR more cost effective!

We recycle. You know, it's so easy, maybe it isn't a huge step, but every little bit helps! We have a free recycle center here in Broomfield, we collect our recycling and when it starts to get out of control and overflowing we take it to the recycle center. The good news is, it's always busy! Lots of people use it! They also have a tree branch recycle center there, you can drop off tree branches and they will mulch them..... so then you can also get free mulch! We picked some up earlier this spring.

We've also started using a soap called Seventh Generation. Check out their website for some coupons! It is not a petroleum based product as many soaps are. We use their laundry detergent for the same reason!

James and Hillary got us some great reusable grocery bags while they were in California. They are super sturdy and hold a ton. When we do have plastic bags we either reuse them, or take them back to the grocery store for recycling.

We've done some of the smaller things too, changing to compact fluorescent light bulbs in the fixtures we use most (and where they will fit!). We always use the programmable thermostat, and use the sun to warm the house when its cool, and close the blinds when its hot.

I'm still trying to get a garden going.... there is lots of talk on this subject, but little action! When we get that started we may try our hand at composting.

So now..... what else can we do? Lets hear some suggestions!!