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To the Carcass in the Road, I’m Sorry
As someone who drives 23 miles each direction on my way to and from work, I cover a lot of pavement. I have a beautiful drive on a state route that follows along a major river, passing through forested and agricultural lands. During the warmer months, I often have the pleasure of seeing a bald eagle soaring over the river, or turkeys and deer grazing what’s left of the corn fields. Unfortunately, along my 23 mile drive, I often see many dead animals as well, particularly at this time of year and again in the fall. *Side story: While in the process of writing this article, I was up in…
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I Forgot My Travel Mug…
I always start my day with a fresh brewed cup of coffee at home, brewed in my regular drip coffee maker. It’s nothing special, but it’s what I like. On the rare occasion that I miss my weekend grocery trip and run out of creamer, I stop into the small market by my work and fill up on some locally roasted brew. Sometimes I remember to bring one of my travel mugs, which is great since they only charge 99¢, but on the mornings when I’m rushing out the door, I usually forget. This week, I had one of those busy mornings and forgot my reusable cup. It was a…
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The Basics of Beauty and Cosmetics: Why I Choose Eco-Friendly Products
Looking back, I can recall some of my favorite childhood shower products. Like the L’oreal for kids shampoo that smelled like watermelon and had an eye on the side of the bottle that looked like a flounder or some other kind of fish. I’ve had sensitive skin since I was a kid so I always used Suave hypoallergenic liquid body wash, which still came in a variety of scents from fruity floral to rich vanilla. Then in high school when we all go through that glorious phase we call puberty and pimples emerge, I started using face washes with the little exfoliating beads to help “bust up clogged pores” or…
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Signs of Spring
I live in central Maine, one of the northernmost states in the Continental United State, bordered only by New Hampshire, Canada, and the Atlantic Ocean. It’s the beginning of April and the snow in our yard has finally all melted, a sure sign of spring. Spring is often a sign of relief for most homeowners in New England as heating costs decline with warming temperatures, windows can be opened for fresh air, and people become more active outdoors. Classic New England weather consists of hot and humid summers, followed by brutally cold and snow filled winters. This can create quite the obstacle for home maintenance, particularly creating a comfortable indoor…
