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Author Archives: Eva
Breaking Habits is Hard to Do
Whether eating, exercising, or something else, it’s hard to change the routines we’re used to. But humans are adaptable. We can adjust to practically anything, and this is great news when it comes to changing habits. As I learn more about global … Continue reading
Posted in Book/TV/Movies, Energy Resources, Family
Tagged activation energy, adaptability, habits, happiness, shawn achor
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Have a Bee-Friendly Yard
National Honey Bee Day is this Saturday! One way to “bee” friendly is to create a pollinator-friendly garden by avoiding pesticides and planting flowers that bloom at different times. All these flowers are indigenous to the Eastern United States. They … Continue reading
Posted in Ecology, Gardening, Lawns, Local, Native plants
Tagged garden, indigenous species, local flowers, national honey bee day
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Why MOM’s Sells Eden’s
Many customers have contacted MOM’s about Eden’s Organics, requesting that we pull the products because of their healthcare stance. MOM’s response is: As retailers we sometimes find ourselves working with companies that do not align with our values to a T. … Continue reading
Posted in Family, News, Organic Food
Tagged Eden's Organics, hobby lobby, private businesses
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Philly Veg Fest = big hit
MOM’s was pretty excited to be part of Philadelphia’s first annual Veg Fest. The event took place at The Shambles, and it was a sunny day. We weren’t sure what to expect for attendance, but a conservative estimate suggests around 5,000 … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Events, Local
Tagged philly veg fest, the humane league, vegan, vegetarian
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We can Adapt to Anything
Humans can get used to just about anything. Isn’t that amazing? We are great at hedonic adaptation – also known as “getting used to stuff.” After an adjustment period, we can recalibrate our happiness even in unfortunate circumstances. We adapt when a … Continue reading
Posted in Energy Resources, Family, Water
Tagged adapt, green-minded, habits, hedonic adaptation, hedonic treadmill, human nature, routine
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Majestic Creature in its Natural…WAIT.
What natural creatures do you see every day? I see squirrels and deer pretty often. And insects! Stink bugs are common in my house, and I’m starting to see bees and moths regularly. Occasionally I see a chipmunk or rabbit, … Continue reading
Posted in Ecology, Recycling, Water
Tagged majestic creature, mockumentary, natural habitat, plastic bags, The Majestic Plastic Bag
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Lawn Lunch
You may have a salad growing in your yard. There are lots of reasons not to treat your lawn with chemicals and pesticides, and one of them is that your yard may be edible! You may find your relationship … Continue reading
Posted in Ecology, Gardening, Lawns, Native plants, Vegetables
Tagged backyard, foraging, greens, lawn, weeds, yards
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