With the Obama administration igniting fervor for hope and change, perhaps the world will take heed of the decade-strong…
Month: February 2009
Costa Rica Seeks a Breather from Tourism Gone Wild
A tourism paradox plagues beautiful Costa Rica, the must-see destination for every family I know. Its highly visited par…
Swish, Gurgle, Splat: the Natural Dentist
The next time you take a swig of that cool, minty-fresh mouthwash, read the label. ACT, one of the top sellers contains …
Hide and Sleek
Putting stock in Stockholm’s abandoned dwellings, Swedish designer Katarina Häll embellishes clean, white pine p…
A New Method to Detect Melamine
Serious hikers and those who travel are quite familiar with the many varieties of portable water testers. But who would …
Shoulder Up Girlfriend
Let’s all give a nod to Marc Jacobs for fostering one of the least impressive trends to see this spring – sh…
A Walk in a Scottish Forest
The Highlands of Scotland are one of my favorite places in the world. The countryside is stunningly beautiful with the s…
Creative Ways to Recycle When You Redecorate
When it comes time for a green refresh, you can fill rooms with vintage and sustainable furniture, embellish tabletops w…