Organic Cotton Quilt

The small town I live in is, well, shall we say, adverse for quality shopping. I have been looking for a new comforter for our bed. I like plain and simple and the last one I bought a few years back was way too ornate for me so when I saw this 100% Organic Cotton Quilt at Target I had to snatch it up. I like the simple stripe pattern. It is hard to tell from the photo, but there is a green trim that makes it a little quirky. Please ignore the red curtains because they will be moving downstairs ASAP. What I like about this comforter is that it goes extremely well with my carpet AND paint. Note: Target, so it was very reasonably priced. My daughter's organic bedding came from Pottery Barn Teen and not so reasonable but totally worth it in value!

How Green Are YOU?

The following article is direct from PlanetGreen.com. I found the statistics very interesting. Five years ago I would have pegged myself as a 'Grouser' but today I would definitely up that to 'True Blue Green.' I don't consider myself a radical either. I want to live healthy and energy efficiently. My husband would fall in the 'Greenback Greens' category. He works in the a Green Industry and talks the talk. So, where do you fall?

"Like all forms of profiling, green profiling is an inexact and often vastly skewed exercise. However, since the Roper ASW Green Gauge Report took a shot at defining different sector of the US markets, vis- à-vis greenness, we thought we'd share the results (with a little help from the Sustainability Dictionary):
True Blue GreensTrue Blue Greens are the most interested in green or environmental issues. In 2007, these customers jumped dramatically from only 9% to 30% of the total American consumer population and they tend to be educated, have higher incomes, and influence other consumers.
Greenback GreensGreenback Greens are interested in "green" or environmental issues but not always willing to spend extra to support their ideals. In 2007, these customers represent only 10% of the total American consumer population (up from 6% two years earlier) but are still more educated and dedicated than average consumers.
GrousersGrousers are disinterested in green or environmental issues. In 2007, these customers represent 19% of the total American consumer population. They tend to view environmental issues as too big and complicated to address.
SproutsSprouts are undecided about environmental issues when it comes to buying and using products and services. In 2007, these customers represent 26% of the total American consumer population and often evaluate environmental issues one at a time, comparing each to their personal benefits or costs.
ApatheticsApathetics are the least interested in green or environmental issues and the least likely to take any action on these issues. In 2007, this group was renamed from "Basic Browns" to "Apathetics" and its numbers fell from 19% to 18% in two years. They tend to be less educated, have lower incomes, and lower influence than other consumers.
So...where do you fit in?"

Todd's Coat Closet

BEFORE

AFTER

This was a major project which involved washing all of Todd's spring outerwear. That doesn't sound like much but Todd has 7 wind jackets. Of course, we don't get rid of any.... he might wear that one particular wind jacket someday. And, they are all good jackets! Todd's shoes, well, that is a another story all together......

Today's lunch was a delightful Turkey Wild Rice with Vegetables. I posted photos of two of the products that I like to use with this meal. Alexia brand whole wheat rolls, with only 80 calories each, are a nice side to our soup. I was so excited to find the Pacific brand ORGANIC Chicken Broth at COSTCO (my favorite store EVER)!

I usually make an extra large batch of soup so I can send it with Todd to work for lunch for a couple of days. This meal is also very healthy and low in calories.

Yummy and nutritious and low cal! Clockwise - sweet potato fries, lean hamburger (the best part.... 100 calorie bun by Arnold Select), mixed lettuce salad with light balsamic vinaigrette by Marzetti, and strawberries.

ALL of the above items are under 450 Calories! (the baked sweet potato fries are about 150 alone but worth it because they are sooo good for you!)

There is something wrong with this photo. Too much snow - that is what is wrong! I am just thankful that my great neighbor, Scott, has once again spared me from having to shovel this crap! Thanks again Scott!

Does anyone feel summery? Well I decided that I am going to ignore the outside weather and have a little summer salad - and my favorite one at that - with ONLY 200 Calories! Yum-yum! You can add a little grilled chicken for a light summer dinner too. It fits right into my big fat loser eating plan.