Be a "Responsible Shopper"

I've added a couple of sites to my link list - Co-op America: Economic Action for a Just Planet and an offshoot Responsible Shopper which gives you the down and dirty on companies like Coca Cola, WalMart, Shell & Exxon. Check it out and do your part.

"If anything matters...everything matters"

I've just finished reading "The Shack" by William P. Young. It takes you on a journey of emotions that you will recognize and invites you to experience God in ways you may not recognize. I read it in a couple of days between eating, sleeping, and babysitting. I will read it again. So should you if you have unanswered questions about why things are the way they are and what God is all about. I am also adding Willie's Blog - Wind Rumors to my roll. Check it out.

What do Fluoridated Water & Mercury Fillings have in common?

Answer: Neither is good for you.

My eldest daughter's permanent front teeth came in mottled. We didn't know at the time what caused it. In fact, I was told that it was probably the antibiotic tetracycline but since looking at the pictures on Fluoride Alert I recognize that it was indeed the result of fluoride probably from the use of fluoride drops the pediatrician prescribed. Between fluoride and chlorine, what's a parent to do. You can take action by contacting your congressman through the Fluoride Action Network to put a stop to fluoridated water. In the meantime, you may want to find out if your water supply has fluoride in it and find other sources of drinking water or buy a water filter that will also filter our these chemicals.

Also, since children usually swallow some of their toothpaste, look for toothpaste without fluoride and saccharin. See FAQ's for more information.

You can get information about mercury fillings at National Geographic's site The Green Guide - another great resource you may want to bookmark.

Yaaay, Go Green!

I guess I am having some impact. My husband brought home reusable bags from the grocery store yesterday after I asked him to help me put our lifestyle where my mouth is. :)

I have found a few more very interesting websites with links to other interesting websites. The Nature in Us is one of them. I also like Co-op America: Economic Action for a Just Planet.

Let me know what you think. Together perhaps we can improve each other's environmental, health, and spiritual IQ.

The Gods Aren't Angry

I just finished watching Rob Bell's new DVD "The Gods Aren't Angry" for the second time. I don't know how to explain how intriguing it is to listen to him explain things that I have come to experience in my own life. If you know or don't know what animal sacrifices were about in the world of Abraham and the history behind it all, you may find this very interesting. If you are down on religion, you are right up there with Jesus because God is not about religion. And if you want to know what you have to do or don't have to do to be at peace with God, this DVD should be on your list.

Harry Potter - Harmless Fantasy?

I do not like the Harry Potter series for a number of reasons. View Harry Potter Witchcraft and determine for yourself if this is suitable "entertainment" for your child. You may also want to check with your child's school to find out what type of books they are introducing your children to.