Curiously Awesome

I have a bunch of green kids in my house and I couldn’t be more proud of them!

Kids these days need to be taught to be aware of how EVERYbody impacts our environment – including them! Let’s face it. We all need to do our part to lessen our impact on the environment…and it is wise to begin teaching this to children as soon as possible so that they will grow up with this mindset. Our environment is everyone’s responsibility and everyone needs to do their part.

My daughter would love this messenger bag that I found at Fresh & Green. This is just one of many items that are available that are especially made for young people. In fact, this website offers a complete line of products that are designed to help parents teach their children about how important it is to “go green.”

This is a very affordable way to buy the items that you and your family are wanting and needing, yet still do it responsibly for the environment.

Check this site out!

Resolve not to resort to processed foods as food prices rise!

Protein:

Protein can be difficult to buy on a budget. Some items will be out of reach, but you can still find tasty meat for low prices.

Season and marinate your own meat.  Buy chicken with the bone and skin on.

Consider replacing meat with a protein substitute a few times a week.

Grains:

Buy less-processed grains.  Buy plain brown rice instead of boxed rice mixes. Buy larger containers of oats instead of individual packets of instant oatmeal.

Buy bread items when they’re on sale and freeze any extras.

Beverages:

Put a filter on your tap instead of buying bottled water.

Make your own coffee at home and make it special at home instead of splurging on coffeehouse drinks.

Single-serving snacks:

Instead of buying individual bags of snacks, buy a bigger package and divide it up into smaller servings yourself.

General tips:

Buy Generic

Buy bigger containers and boxes to save some money. Compare unit prices to make sure you’re getting the best price.

Stock up on non-perishables.

Use coupons only for items you would usually purchase.

Cook at home instead of going out.