Earth Day

Please make one small change in your life in honor of Earth Day. I am touched by the academy award winning documentary film called The Cove. Click on this link and be prepared for the shocking truth. http://www.glumbert.com/media/dolphin
Thank you for caring for Mother Earth and Happy Earth Day!

Lucky 13

Have you ever been to a store and heard the words...."would you like your receipt?" and the other person says cheerfully, "no thanks....save a tree!"
Ive often wondered, how can that little piece of paper save a tree? Common since tells me that inside that ittie, bittie piece of paper is NOT a big old tree........I'm sorry, I just don't buy it... Do you?
So, have I got news for you!!! The answer you've all been waiting for! It takes 13 people going paperless to save a tree. Now, you and 12 of your friends must not take that reciept! Regardless of the stats, we must commit to each other, go paperless and save a tree! Isn't that beautiful? This phot0 is of the oldest tree in the US...700 years old taken in Portland OR. Also shown is Cindy Garrotone, designer and so much more. http://www.fengshuisavy.net/
Check her out. She's paperless too!

Live Oak Farms

Lovingly grown fresh food

A family consisting of three generations run and operate this 80 acre South Carolina farm located in Woodruff, SC.
Live oak Farms hold certifications including Certified Nationally Grown, Certified South Carolina Grown, and Certified Appalachian Grown.
Their local farm store has everything from fresh dairy, meats and veggies to dry goods, Amish products and seafood! For hours of store operation or a tour of the farm go to www.liveoakfarmsllc.com
For those of you out of state I have provided a link to check out local farms in your area! http://www.localharvest.org/organic-farms/
Healthy Eating!!

Give your tree a proper burial

Recycle Christmas Trees In Spartanburg, SC

Over 30 million Christmas trees are tossed out every year in the U.S., so if you had a live tree make sure it has an organic ending! Many communities offer curbside pick up of trees, others have drop off locations or wood chipping services. Please take advantage of these services your tree will wind up in a landfill where even the most natural trash is unlikely to decompose. Below is a list of local area recycling centers and landfills. If you're not a local look online at Earth911. Another thing people do is throw away their Christmas trees still decorated with lights and ornaments. I know you didn't do that, now did you?...Good.

Wellford Landfill Street:
595 Little Mountain Road
Wellford, sc 29385-9018
Phone: (864) 949-0211
Landfill:
7:00 - 4:30

Or any of the manned recycling centers in Spartanburg County. They do not want people to drop off trees at the unmanned centers—Alba Court and Fernwood Glendale

Spartanburg County Recycling Center Locations
Collection sites open Monday thru Saturday 7a.m. - 7p.m
Attended Centers:
1. Roebuck: 255 Quarter Mile Road (off Old Georgia Road)
2. Valley Falls: 270 Fourth Street, Boiling Springs
3. Cowpens*: 109 Cowpens-Clifton Road
4. Berry’s Pond: 355 Tucapau Road, Duncan
5. Howard Street: 50 Dexter Road, Spartanburg
6. New Prospect: 1650 Edwards Road, Inman
7. Mayo: 1835 Sandy Ford Road, Chesnee
8. White Stone: 379 Brown Road, Spartanburg
9. Hwy 357: 1355 Hwy. 357, Lyman
10. Campobello: 645 Runion Road
11. Wofford Road: 150 Wofford Road, Woodruff
12. Chesnee: 390 Sulphur Springs Road
13. Pauline: 5584 Hwy. 56
14. Hobbysville*: 1493 Kilgore Bridge Road, Woodruff
15. Enoree*: 3080 Hwy.92
16. Wellford:** 591 Little Mountain Road
17. Stone Station*: 185 Gowens Road, Spartanburg

Drop-Off Centers (for recycling only)
18. County Administration: Alba Court
19. Fast Phil’s: Fernwood-Glendale Road

Happy New Year, Y'all!

“Cheap” can be “Chic.”

Recently I came across a quaint resale clothing boutique for women called Couture Closets..sorry guys, but you don’t like shopping anyway....
The concept is unique because of the opportunity to cash in on old clothes no longer worn and save money on something “new” for yourself! The Couture Closet has everything easily accessible on spacious racks. The garments are organized by size and color, neat and clean, and ready to be worn. When I was there one of the owners, Amy, hand picked a few items that were perfect for my shape and size as well as my skin tone and hair color. For less than fifty bucks I left with a pair of designer jeans, sweater, blouse and a scarf. Did I mention the assortment of hip and stylish clothes that are a brand new line and reasonably priced? It is called True Denim and if you’re young at heart with an energetic flare you’ll enjoy the distinctive look these pieces have to offer. (Check them out on Facebook!)
Amy and Debbie, the proprietors of the Couture Closets, LLC take it a step further for a fee. They will come into your home, go through your closets, and revamp your entire wardrobe, hence, giving you a new outlook on your clothes with a sense of fashion and style that you may not have known!....and you thought you didn't have anything to wear....This is a "closet recycling" like you've never seen. As they so cleverly put it...”its like shopping from within." When finished they take what you don’t want and sell it for you giving you 50% of the proceeds, then the rest of your old clothes are donated to charities such as Dress for Success and Goodwill. After my shopping spree I went through my own closet and returned with some items that are now being “recycled” and I will receive half of what they sell for! For more information and pricing on services they offer, which are tailored to your individual needs, go to www.coutureclosets.net or visit their store at 148 West Main Street (where Justin's Steakhouse use to be) downtown Spartanburg, SC, 29304. Hours of operation are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11a-5p and Saturday from 11a-3p. (hey, I like those hours!)
I have nothing against Goodwill ,however, the few times I have shopped at one I have come away with my energy depleted and somewhat depressed. It must have been the neon lights and the musty smell that threw me over the edge. You know as well as I that those conditions are very overwhelming and takes time to find a “diamond” in the rough. So, why do all that searching for new outfits when Amy and Debbie have the "diamonds" polished and hanging before you at Couture Closets?? So, trade in your old duds for something new and enjoy the recycled you!
www.coutureclosets.net

GREENING OURSELVES

With all the hype on going green, greening our homes and learning about eco friendly ways of improving our lives it makes since to start with ourselves first and go green within. It is true our environment is in trouble and the effects of global warming could be devastating if we, as individuals, as a city, a state, and a WORLD don’t take part and make changes. I say do something about it and do something for yourself.
Last night I had the pleasure, no, let me take that back, the delight and honor of meeting the author of Get Clean, Go Green Ecodiet, a book about going green within!
Toni Toney, the author, has written this book about greening our body from the inside out. Although the book has not been released, the opportunity to be a part of this book's launch and read the first two chapters are only a click away... http://www.getcleangogreenecodiet.com/
Ms. Toney brilliantly transforms our debilitating "so called" food pyramid into the truth of our essence by utilizing the fire, water, earth and air elements and weaving them into an educational component that teaches us about the food we need to be consuming to become healthier. The book explains the importance of a healthy PH balance and is filled with recipes and much, much more! So, get zen and go green within!

Mystery Glass

Have you ever wondered what happens to glass when it is recycled and what its next phase of life will be?
How are those old beer and pop bottles recycled? Are they washed out and used again as a bottle or what? Vetrazzo, a kitchen counter top and floor covering company makes beautiful products out of glass. Not only are they sustainable, but they are absolutely gorgeous! Click on the link and watch the video. The company makes the counter tops in an old Ford plant that Henry Ford built in 1930 where they manufactured the Ford Model A! So, they have even recycled a building in the process of their recycling glass! No two panels are alike, which makes them their own unique work of art. If you like a retro style and you need new kitchen counter tops then this is right up your alley! ENJOY! http://www.vetrazzo.com/sustain.html