We recently got a landline phone for the kids. We are trying to keep our kids off smartphones for as long as possible (wish us luck as we head into highschool!) . And I say this without judgement for parents that choose to give their kids phones. As Amy Poehler says, “Good for her! Not for me”.
Read MoreI had the pleasure of connecting with Kate, the creator and owner of ENSEMBL earlier this year. As a city-living small space dweller she became frustrated with the small kitchens of her apartments but instead of complaining she set to work creating a sustainable line of stacking cookware. I was so impressed by her passion and ingenuity I asked if she would be open to a conversation here. And luckily she was!
Read MoreI think we can all agree that Christmas is going to feel a bit different this year. Whether it is smaller family gatherings, no parties and challenges shopping. But instead of dwelling on what we can’t have, I want to focus on the positives. I think this year is a great opportunity to make a shift away from tons of gifts and a move toward less consumption and more thoughtful local and sustainably focused gifts.
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