When the heat reaches into the 100s, many folks huddle indoors and wonder if they’ll ever get a chance to enjoy the open air again. Recently Texas has ramped up summer events that encourage residents to brave the elements. Don’t become a hostage to the Texas heat. Slather on the sunscreen, stock up on water […]
Using sunscreen should be as normal as drinking water or putting on a hat to prepare for an outdoor adventure. Too many Americans ignore the warnings about the sun, but if protecting your skin from early signs of aging, sun spots, wrinkles, burns or cancer is important to you, read on. Now that people know […]
5 Tips to living off the land You’ve decided to move out of the big city and start living off the land. It’s a big decision with so many issues to consider so start making a list. The great part of living off the land is families can control how their food is produced, how […]
Part 1: Is living off the land right for you? Seeking a rustic lifestyle where you aren’t dependent on anyone for your existence? Want to leave the city and start living off the land like the Discovery Channel’s families on the Alaskan Frontier? Unless you are independently wealthy, you’ll need to keep a job even […]
The 10 best plants to cleanse indoor air Discussions about air pollution normally center on toxic emissions pumped into the air by coal plants, cars and factories. Indoor air pollution can be just as harmful to people who suffer from asthma, allergies or respiratory problems. Environmental Protection Agency studies show that indoor air pollution poses […]
Give your home a new look but don’t compromise on toxic air. Search for environmentally friendly paints that don’t contain volatile organic compounds. Is the interior of your home looking dated? Faded or a bit tired? Often the best way to spruce up a home is with a fresh coat of paint, whether it’s to […]
How to start a garden Want a productive hobby this summer when the heat is at its hottest? Sick of paying $3 for a bag of lettuce? There is nothing tastier that a ruby red tomato fresh off its vine. There is nothing sweeter than a rosy strawberry harvested from its stem. There is nothing […]