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Have a Lovely Weekend + A Few Green Things

January 7, 2011 0
Hello Everyone. Tomorrow we are going to spend the morning at our farmer’s market, followed by an afternoon of getting to know the town that we will be moving to this summer. Eben already goes to school there, so we know it a little – but it is time to really get immersed in it.

Sunday, we are going to have an “outside activity day.” We are taking our bicycles, canoe and a picnic to the everglades for the day. Last time we went bicycling there, we almost ran into a one of these! However, the one we saw wasn’t orange.

While I help Mr. Sweet Greens attach our new Yakima bicycle carriers, here are a few things I have wanted to share with you:

– Could you live on $1 per meal, I think the documentary Food Stamped will break my heart.
– Wow! This almost makes me want to watch Ghostbusters again.
– This picture of my husband kind of freaks me out!
– These sweet treats look divine.
– I love these new stainless steel food containers!
– This demo made me smile, I am geeky like that.
– Even though I love technology, I hope it never comes to this!
– I am loving Mike’s masculine vintage home.
– Wow! Jim can come over to my house and make pancakes anytime.
– If you are looking for a virtual assistant – I am accepting new clients!
– Did you enter to win a fabulous 3 pack of succulents?
– I have a couple of advertising spots available for January.

Have a fantastic weekend. I’ll see you back here on Monday – take care and stay warm.

xo,
Sweet Greens

What Makes Superfoods so Super + Pomegranates

January 7, 2011 0

We all know that eating fruits and vegetables are good for your health – providing countless vitamins, minerals and natural substances that can protect your body from chronic health problems. Right?

Adding fruits and vegetables to our busy schedules can be a challenge. That is where superfoods come to the rescue! Superfoods are packed densely with all of those good ingredients that are common in fruits and veggies – but in a smaller serving.

If you are among 60-70% of American who do not get the recommended 2+ fruit and 3+ vegetable servings per day – think of adding superfoods to your daily routine!

Each week, I would like to focus on one superfood. Let’s get started, number one on our list is pomegranate.

Pomegranates have long been revered as the first fruits of the world, packed with antioxidants, these lovely red globes offer great support to our cardiovascular systems. You can eat the seeds by themselves or drink the juice. My family loves to eat pomegranates whole, as a sorbet and sprinkled on our salads.

How do you enjoy pomegranate?
What is your favorite superfood?

Cascadian Farm: Live Earth Day Every Day in 2011

January 6, 2011 0

Cascadian Farm believes that there shouldn’t be just one day devoted to Earth Day, there should be 365 days – I couldn’t agree more! I am super excited to have been asked to share my everyday sustainable living tips in Cascadian Farm’s monthly newsletters. Wow! I am honored. This month, I wanted to focus on 10 ways you can live a more sustainable lifestyle in 2011. Check it out and while you are there, sign up for the newsletter so you don’t miss out on all of the great information that it provides + you get a $1.00 off coupon!

What are your sustainability goals for 2011?
What would you like me to cover in upcoming newsletters?

Earth Friendly Etsy: Succulent Designs – Win a Succulent 3 Pack

January 5, 2011 1
Wow! A new year brings a new Earth Friendly Etsy review and giveaway every Wednesday in 2011. Are you excited? The first Earth Friendly Etsy giveaway is from Succulent Designs – because I bet you are ready for a little green in your neck of the woods – especially if you have snow!  

Succulent Designs is owned by Patti who has been an avid gardener for over 35 years, with a passion for succulents! (Which I can totally relate too – succulents are my favorite! But you knew that, right?) Patti lives with her lovely husband of 30 years and her beloved dogs on a beautiful property in the mountain foothills of the great southwest.

Patti grows hundreds of succulents, sedum, cacti and herbs in her garden and has been designing and creating succulent wreaths for many years. You will find a collection of drought-tolerant, Eco friendly plants at Succulent Designs. Wouldn’t a living succulent centerpiece or wreath make your day? Well, you are in luck Succulent Designs is giving one lovely reader a succulent 3 pack to brighten your winter!

Jump over to Succulent Designs and pick up a beautiful arrangement for your home, then leave a comment below!

-You have until January 19th to enter! I would love for you to share this giveaway with your friends and family.

** Would you like your Earth Friendly Etsy shop featured on Sweet Greens? Drop me a note at mysweetgreens at gmail dot com.

– Update: The winner is Rebecca! Thank you for playing.

HOW TO: Marinate Organic Miniature Cucumbers in Vinegar

January 5, 2011 0
Mr. Sweet Greens brought home a huge bag of miniature organic cucumbers from the farmer’s market. Now, what to do with all of those cucumbers? Then, I thought back to my childhood and remembered my grandma marinating cucumbers and onions in vinegar. And I loved them! So, we quickly whipped up a jar of yummy miniature cucumbers marinated in vinegar to snack on – and you can too.
What you will need:
– Miniature or regular sized cucumbers
– Organic white, red or balsamic vinegar
– Sea salt and organic pepper
Directions:
1. Slice the cucumbers into desired sized slices, place into a jar.
2. Pour organic vinegar into the jar, until all of the slices are covered.
3. Salt and pepper to taste.
4. Let them marinate overnight.
5. Enjoy and then add more slices to marinade – over and over again!

What other goodies do you make using cucumbers?
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