I thought I'd better start posting with some posts that explain where I'm coming from and what to expect from this blog. To be green or not to be is a question I have had to ask myself in the last few years and my answer has a lot to do with what you will find in this blog.
I would count myself among those who consider themselves trying to live green. I believe that God created this world and placed us in as stewards of it, to enjoy it within the context of that stewardship. I also believe that we must work together to leave our children a cleaner world - one with less pollution and dependence on fossil fuels. That's why pretty much everything you see here will be free of petroleum based chemicals and if it's food the ingredients will for the most part be whole grain, natural foods without excess processing.
Living green does not mean spending more money. In fact it has meant the opposite for me in many ways. Granted there are a few things that are more expensive (soy vs. Paraffin candles comes to mind), but I've discovered some ways to compensate. Below is one of my favorite formulas for cleaning stove tops, pans with burned on food and sinks that need a deep cleaning. Use it anywhere you'd use a soft scrub type cleaner. I've never done a cost analysis on the recipe but I know it costs only a small fraction of what a scrub like it would cost in the store.
Soft Scrubbing Cleaner
measure about 1/2 cup of baking soda into a small bowl. Add enough liquid dishwashing soap or Citra Solv* to make a paste. Store in a small jar with a lid. Rub onto stove top or pan. Allow to sit for a few minutes if there is burned food present.
*Citra Solv is available in grocery or healthfood stores
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