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Seventh Generation “Disinfecting Cleaning Kit” Giveaway!

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I’m wondering how many of you have made the switch to all natural cleaning products?  With so many non-toxic cleaning supplies being available in the marketplace  it isn’t really necessary to still be using harmful substances to  thoroughly clean your home.  According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the average American home is found to have 63 hazardous chemical products.  Scary!  It’s time to toss these nasty products!

I think the reason some individuals are still using  harmful cleaning substances is because they have the misconception that natural products don’t effectively kill the germs,  which is a complete farce.   The Seventh Generation’s disinfectants kill over 99.99 percent of germs,  leave your home smelling fresh and clean, and do it with safe ingredients.

Here is what Seventh Generation and MyBlogSpark have to say about making the change to more environmentally friendly products.

Replacing what’s currently under your sink with products that are non-toxic and safe for the environment is easier than ever with Seventh Generation’s environmentally friendly cleaning products.

Leading the “responsible cleaning” charge for the past twenty years, Seventh Generation has tapped into the disinfecting power of the herb thyme, to introduce an EPA registered line of disinfecting sprays and wipes that kill germs* naturally! The new line of botanical disinfectant cleaners includes a multi-surface cleaning spray, bathroom cleaning spray and wipes.

The disinfectants contain thymol, a component of the herb thyme, and can be used on hard surfaces including counter tops, plastic cutting boards, highchair trays as well as children’s toys. Best of all, they kill over 99.99 percent of germs* naturally and are effective against the Influenza A Virus, including H1N1.

Seventh Generation has partnered with eco-lifestyle consultant and author, Alexandra Zissu, whose new book, The Conscious Kitchen, discusses what’s good for your health, what’s good for the planet and what tastes great. Her book also includes great tips on maintaining a green and healthy kitchen, including:

* Change is Good

Choosing cleaning products without indoor air pollutants like volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, is a simple and effective way to reduce your indoor air pollution. If you’re not prepared to switch everything overnight, start by swapping out the one product you use the most, and moving forward from there.

* Think before you spray

Residues from cleaning products can last on a surface for longer than we we’d like to know and travel to areas that we sometimes don’t intend them to. Don’t contaminate your food by prepping it on a surface that may contain harsh chemical residues – rinse cleaning products from food preparation surfaces carefully or use botanical disinfecting cleaners that do not require a rinse step.

* Home is Where the Clean Is

Your standard cleaners are good for removing soils and dirt from kitchen surfaces, but to tackle germs you need a cleaner that is effective against microbes like bacteria and viruses. Many cleaners contain ingredients that have antimicrobial properties such as vinegar or hydrogen peroxide, but the germ killing power of these is not necessarily guaranteed. To be sure you are killing germs, use an EPA registered disinfectant. Seventh Generation tapped into the disinfecting power of the common garden herb thyme, to provide a disinfecting cleaner that kills germs* naturally.

* Make the Old New Again

Think twice about the items that you’re using to clean and dry your kitchen equipment and dishes. Use rags (like old t-shirts and washcloths) instead of paper towels. If you aren’t prepared to kick your paper towel addiction just yet, use only recycled versions that are unbleached or haven’t been whitened with chemicals containing chlorine and see how long you can make a roll last.

* The Writing is on the … Sponge

Be sure to read the fine print on sponges and only purchase those that do not contain antimicrobial pesticides. Remember to store sponges in a dry place and frequently clean them by popping plastic sponges wet in a microwave for two minutes or boiling sponges for three minutes in water.

* Mom Was Right, Wash Your Hands

Wash your hands with soap and water before and after prepping food, and always before eating. So much of what can be potentially harmful in a kitchen can be reduced by this simple act that doesn’t require any harsh chemicals whatsoever.

Seventh Generation through MyBlogSpark sent me a great disinfecting cleaning kit to get me started on my Spring cleaning.  The kit included a disinfecting multi-surface cleaner, bathroom cleaner, wipes , a copy of The Conscious Kitchen, a cleaning caddy made from recycled plastic, and two rolls of 100% recycled, unbleached paper towels.

The first thing I noticed when I began using the disinfecting cleaning products was the nice fresh scent of Thyme!  I liked all the products they sent me, but my favorite was the disinfecting wipes.  The wipes are so convenient and great to grab for quick and easy cleaning.  I used them for wiping down my sinks, counter-tops, appliances,  door knobs, and more.  The wonderful thing was all the products actually worked plus cut through the dirt and grime.  VERY GOOD.

I just started to read The Conscious Kitchen so I can’t go into to much detail, but I am thumbing through all the terrific tips and learning a lot!  One tip that stood out was on how to choose safe fish.  I don’t have a vast knowledge on the different types of fish or a safe seafood card  so standing at the fish counter can be confusing.  The tip was to text the Blue Ocean Institute’s handy Fish Phone – 30644 -with the word fish and the name of the species your looking to get information on.  Apparently, they text you right back with environmental and health information, giving you a red, yellow, or green light.  This could come in handy while ordering at restaurants too!  The book is loaded with useful tips like this and it would be great to keep a copy in your kitchen as a reference.

If you hurry, Seventh Generation has a coupon for a $1 savings on any Disinfecting Multi-Purpose Cleaner, Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner, or Disinfecting Wipes.  It looks the coupon is good only until 3/31 so act fast!

GIVEAWAY!

MyBlogSpark would like to give one of my readers a Seventh Generation “Disinfecting Cleaning Kit” that includes a disinfecting multi-surface cleaner, bathroom cleaner, wipes , a copy of The Conscious Kitchen, a cleaning caddy made from recycled plastic, and two rolls of 100% recycled, unbleached paper towels.  I wish I could give every one of you this kit!  I really think it is an awesome beginning on introducing safe cleaning products,  but I’m only allowed to choose one winner so please read carefully on how to enter.  To enter the giveaway, please leave me a comment sharing how you keep your family safe from chemicals or what is the best thing you’ve done for the environment this year.

EXTRA ENTRIES

1. Mention the giveaway on your own blog linking back to this post, MyBlogSpark and Seventh Generation.  Leave an additional comment with a link to where you blogged about the giveaway. This is worth 10 extra entries.  Make sure you leave ten separate comments. (example blogged extra entry #1, blogged extra entry #2, blogged extra entry #3, ect…)

2.Place my button on your blog and then leave an additional comment with a link to the page where you put the button. If you already have my button leave a comment letting me know you already have it.

3. Follow my blog and leave me an additional comment. ( There is a little widget on my sidebar that shows my followers. Just click follow). If you already follow leave me a comment letting me know you already do.

4. Follow me on Twitter and tweet about the giveaway. Please make sure you leave the link where you tweeted in your comment. TO INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING I AM ALLOWING 1 TWEETS PER PERSON DAILY.  USE THE RETWEET BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR EASY ENTRY.

5. Subscribe to my feed and leave a comment. If you already subscribe leave a comment telling me you are already a subscriber.

A winner will be chosen at random via Random.org. Upon notification the winner has 72 hours to send me their contact information.  Information will be forwarded to sponsor for prize fulfillment.

Open to US residents only 18+

The contest ends April 19th,  11:59 PM eastern

FTC  disclosure :  In adherence to the  FTC   it  is necessary  to add when ever I receive any compensation in return for posting about a company or product. Seventh Generation provided me with  free product, information, and gift pack through MyBlogSparkTM.. . No further compensation was received.    Even though a free product was received,  the opinions were of my own.

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  1. Jenn says

    I try to clean with natural ingredients like vinegar and baking soda. I also try to reuse as many things as I can around the house from worn socks to our newspaper and magazines.
    .-= Jenn´s last blog ..Last Day to #Win a Protect A Bed Premium Mattress Cover =-.

  3. Kimberly says

    The best thing I’ve done this year is we have quit using plastic water bottles.

  6. Zhenia Ball says

    Hi, I subscribe to your blog and I would like to enter a Seventh Generation giveaway.

  7. Marla Y says

    I’ve been trying to do more recylcling: cans, newspapers and plastic. Thank you for the giveaway.

    koinonia572001@yahoo.com

  10. Benita says

    We use vinegar and Murphy’s Oil as our two major cleansers.

    bgcchs(at)yahoo(dot)com

  13. Elphie says

    The best thing I’ve done for the earth this year is to switch to plant based soaps and natural toiletries.

  16. Janette says

    We’ve started composting, and along with recycling, we have a really small amount of garbage now.
    .-= Janette´s last blog ..What’s For Dinner Tonight? Taco Night! =-.

  17. Janette says

    Blog follower
    .-= Janette´s last blog ..What’s For Dinner Tonight? Taco Night! =-.

  18. Janette says

    I’m a subscriber
    .-= Janette´s last blog ..What’s For Dinner Tonight? Taco Night! =-.

  19. Joannie says

    We have been trying to use natural cleaning products in the kitchen, bath, on floors, etc. We also started taking our shoes off when we enter the house, so as not to bring any toxic chemicals in on our shoes.

  20. Deborah Wellenstein says

    The best thing I am doing right now is “repurposing” stuff I would usually throw away. For instance, the wax paper bag in the box that contains cereal is used for baking, especially for shaping rolls of cookie dough. Thanks!

  23. Jill L says

    I don’t use any harsh cleaning products around my kids. If I am using them, it’s when they are out of the house. Best thing I have done for the environment this year is get out my clothes line.

  25. Autumn B. says

    We steam clean as much as possible – nothing is better than just water!

    autumn398 @ yahoo.com

  27. Linda Lansford says

    best thing you’ve done for the environment this year is buy less and recyle more

  28. Lori says

    The best thing I did for the environment is to move to an area where I can take public transportation every day to work.

  30. Diane R. says

    The best thing I have done for the environment is probably being a docent at the zoo. We try to make people aware of what is happening to the environments where our animals live in wild and, of course, how that affects us all.

  32. loni says

    We are trying to move to alternative ways to clean besides products that use chemicals.

  33. Mikki says

    We are trying to do as much as we can for the environment. I LOVE Seventh Generation products and use them everyday. The best thing we’ve done for the environment this year is teach our children about the importance of doing our part as a family. We’ve ditched our sponges and use rags now. We are also growing our own organic vegetables and herbs this spring to start the education! One of their chores is to tend to our household recycling too…

  34. Kelly Ann T. says

    I buy organic when possible and I use only green chemicals when I clean.

  35. Betty N says

    The best thing we have done for the environment is to take “baby steps” in many areas of our life. We recycle, recycle, recycle…our county has mandatory recycling og plastic,glass and cans and paper. In addition we recycle aluminum cans for a church food project, use reuseable bags for grocery shopping, shop garage sales for items we can use and donate our unwanted itms to places that can use them or resale them, change out our lightbulbs to energy efficient ones, and try to be more aware of the impact of what we buy and do and changes we need to make.

  43. Suzanne K says

    I’m keeping my family safer from chemicals by getting rid of the commercial cleaners. I now make most of my own cleaners with vinegar, baking soda, lemon juice (from my own tree), etc. Much nicer to the earth, and the family (and the wallet!)

  46. Debbie B says

    following you on twitter @bellows22 and I tweeted

    http://twitter.com/bellows22/status/11575694067

  48. Kimberly M says

    I’ve been switching over our household cleaning products to natural alternatives, switching from plastic food storage containers to glass, and have bought stainless steel water bottles for everybody instead of buying bottled water. The best thing I’ve done for the environment this past year was switch to alternative transportation to get to work; I take the bus in the winter and bike the rest of the year.

  49. Karen P says

    I keep my family safe by using natural products, like vinegar whenever possible

  51. scarlette says

    Best thing we have done for the environment this year: cut down on bottled water and no use reuseable containers

  52. Cathy says

    The best thing I have done environmentally this year is really use those reusable shopping bags. I’ve gotten quite good about remembering to bring them with me every time I go shopping, and I must’ve saved hundreds of plastic bags at this point already. Thank you for the giveaway!

  55. veronica lee says

    Great info.
    We try to steam clean too whenever possible.

    Happy Easter!!
    .-= veronica lee´s last blog ..Panda Therapy =-.

  57. Chelsea Fetch says

    I try to use all-natural products whenever I can afford it, and make meals from scratch to avoid processed boxed foods!

  58. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #1

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/

  62. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #2

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/

  64. Holly B says

    We use a steam cleaner with water to clean our floors, much better than chemicals!

  65. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #1
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  66. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #2
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  67. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #3
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  68. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #4
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  69. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #5
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  70. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #6
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  71. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #7
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  72. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #8
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  73. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #9
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  74. Betty N says

    blogged here, entry #10
    view post http://higrandma.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/win-a-seventh-generation-%e2%80%9cdisinfecting-cleaning-kit%e2%80%9d/
    view as part of blog home page
    http://higrandma.wordpress.com/

  76. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #3

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/
    as part of blog home page
    mikkimommy.wordpress.com

  77. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #4

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/
    as part of blog home page
    mikkimommy.wordpress.com

  78. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #5

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/
    as part of blog home page
    mikkimommy.wordpress.com

  79. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #6

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/
    as part of blog home page
    mikkimommy.wordpress.com

  80. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #7

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/
    as part of blog home page
    mikkimommy.wordpress.com

  81. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #8

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/
    as part of blog home page
    mikkimommy.wordpress.com

  82. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #9

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/
    as part of blog home page
    mikkimommy.wordpress.com

  83. Mikki says

    Here’s my blog post
    Entry #10

    http://mikkimommy.wordpress.com/2010/04/05/seventh-generation-cleaning-kit-free-giveaway/
    as part of blog home page
    mikkimommy.wordpress.com

  85. Hannah says

    I keep my family safe from chemicals by locking them well out of the way and always remembering to put them back!

  87. Carol G says

    I am trying to switch to more eco-friendly cleaning supplies, but the one thing that has been done so far is to switch to a non-chemical ant spray for our annual invasion.

  89. Sarah says

    i don’t use any chemicals to clean! natural products work just as well!

  93. Mikki says

    Daily Tweet

    http://twitter.com/mikkimouse38/status/11822397269

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  94. Karen Gonyea says

    I always use as many natural cleaning products as I can 🙂

    ktgonyea at gmail.com

  95. Shilo Beedy says

    The best thing I started doing this year is using a reusable water bottle.
    .-= Shilo Beedy´s last blog ..Some Like It Vintage $50 Gift Card GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!! =-.

  96. Rebecca Orr says

    For the environment this year, I didn’t buy any Easter basket grass for my son’s basket. I thought that it would be a waste (money and it would just go in the trash). I reused the shredded paper that was sent to me in a box of stuff that I had ordered. The company reused (it was computer paper that had information on it) and then I reused it! It felt good to pass up the grass, knowing that I could reuse something I already had at home.

  99. Tamara B. says

    Best thing we have done this year was install timers in the showers to cut down on water useage, recycle any and everything we can and turn off the lights & tvs when leaving the room.
    tamben7996@aol.com

  102. Jennifer C says

    I bought a steam cleaner for keeping my floors clean so I don’t have to use chemicals to clean them.

  103. Mikki says

    Daily Tweet

    http://twitter.com/mikkimouse38/status/11909383446

    mikkipiglet at gmail dot com

  108. momznite says

    I’ve been playing a game with kids that teaches how to protect the environment (recycling, conservation, etc.)

  110. Mikki says

    http://twitter.com/mikkimouse38/status/12016948383

    Daily Tweet

    mikkipiglet at gmail dot com

  112. Katie says

    The best thing I’ve done for the environment this year has been to start a compost pile and a huge heirloom seed garden.

  114. Amy says

    I’ve been cleaning with vinegar lately – and finding it works better than the expensive chemicals! Double Bonus for us 🙂
    .-= Amy´s last blog ..Otitus Media II =-.

  117. Mikki says

    RT @ahappyhippymom Seventh Generation “Disinfecting Cleaning Kit” Giveaway! http://bit.ly/cpg49R

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  118. Cori Westphal says

    I have always been big on my yard. I love that it’s green and lush and filled with beautiful bushes and pretty flowers. I never thought twice about the chemicals I used or the amount of water it took to keep it looking that way. This year, I’ve decided to try to go green! I have a composter and a rain barrel and I’ve picked up some eco friendly fertilizers. We’ll see!
    .-= Cori Westphal´s last blog ..Bounce House anyone? GIVEAWAY at Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House =-.

  119. Cori Westphal says

    I have your button: http://asahmlookingforadeal.blogspot.com/2009/09/sahm-looking-for-deals-favorite-blogs.html
    .-= Cori Westphal´s last blog ..Bounce House anyone? GIVEAWAY at Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House =-.

  120. Cori Westphal says

    I’m a Google Friend.
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  121. Cori Westphal says

    I’m an email subscriber, coriwestphal at msn dot com.
    .-= Cori Westphal´s last blog ..Bounce House anyone? GIVEAWAY at Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House =-.

  122. Cori Westphal says

    Tweet: http://twitter.com/coriwestphal/statuses/12177820776
    .-= Cori Westphal´s last blog ..Bounce House anyone? GIVEAWAY at Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House =-.

  124. Ashley says

    the best thing ive done is quit using my dryer and started air drying all my clothes – we are saving lots of energy

  128. Cori Westphal says

    Tweet: http://twitter.com/coriwestphal/statuses/12261272856
    .-= Cori Westphal´s last blog ..Bounce House anyone? GIVEAWAY at Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House =-.

  130. Jenn S. says

    The best thing I have done for the environment this year is reuse/recycle more. We keep our family away from chemicals by using natural products as much as possible and washing our hands often.

  131. Laura says

    The best thing we’ve done for the environment is to walk more and drive less

  132. Anikka says

    We bought a soda maker (www.sodastream.com). It saves us from having to recycle bottles/cans and it’s a lot of fun! I always have to remember that the first step in recycling is REDUCING and that’s what we did.

  141. ky2here says

    Twitter follower ky2here1, here’s my tweet:

    http://twitter.com/ky2here1/status/12347305342

  144. Sarah L says

    I shop at thrift stores for just about anything. You are really recycling when you do this. Thanks for the contest.

  148. Annette E says

    The best thing that I have done is start a recycling program at my work.

  151. Thao says

    we try to use enviro friendly or biodegradeable cleaning products. we use our own bags when we shop too.

    member (dot) thao (at) gmail.com
    .-= Thao´s last blog ..Japanese Festival =-.

  152. Thao says

    Your button is here
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  153. Thao says

    I subscribe to email updates
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  154. Thao says

    I follow in blogger/google reader
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  155. Thao says

    http://twitter.com/twinpowells/status/12378728815

    I follow in twitter
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  158. Theresa D says

    I keep my family safe from chemicals by purchasing organic produce and not using cleaners with chemicals.

  160. Theresa D says

    I am now following you on twitter(terri142)and tweeted!

    http://twitter.com/terri142/status/12393045041

  162. Kathy Scott says

    I bought bikes for the whole family so that we can ride all around town instead of driving.

  163. Benita says

    I only use natural products to clean, primarily simple green, vinegar and Murphy’s Oil Soap.

    bgcchs(at)yahoo(dot)com

  168. Wendy Briere says

    I try to clean with natural products because I am super duper sensitive to chemicals and unnatural fragrances. I use a lot of vinegar and baking soda, and some hydrogen peroxide. I would love to try thtese products.

  170. Cori Westphal says

    Tweet: http://twitter.com/coriwestphal/statuses/12424958564
    .-= Cori Westphal´s last blog ..Bounce House anyone? GIVEAWAY at Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House =-.

  173. dddiva says

    We use a lot less packaging and recycle what we can- other things as well but that’s probably the best.
    .-= dddiva´s last blog ..Thomas & Friends Play Date @ Toys R Us =-.

  174. dddiva says

    Button http://myloonyverse.com
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  175. dddiva says

    Follower
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  176. dddiva says

    http://twitter.com/dddiva/status/12429814548
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  179. Robyn L Norris says

    The best thing I’ve done for the environment this year is to re-use everything I can before throwing it out and buying something new.

  182. Robyn L Norris says

    I follow you on twitter and I tweeted

    http://twitter.com/contestrobyn/status/12441849062

  183. Brian E. says

    Thanks for the giveaway…the best thing we’ve done for the environment this year is stop buying bottled water at the grocery: we installed a faucet mounted filter system for our water needs and now use reusable bottles to take our water “on-the-go”.

  184. Brian E. says

    Following you via Twitter: @brianpiero

    Tweeted: http://twitter.com/brianpiero/status/12442436527

  187. Shawn says

    I have been trying to recycle more than ever, and also using natural cleaning products.

    shawn113(at)hotmail(dot)com

  188. K says

    The best thing I did for the environment over the past year is cloth diaper my son. We also use reusable shopping bags and aluminum water bottles, shop at the farmers’ market whenever possible, and recycle as much as (or more than!) we throw away.

  190. Janessa says

    We recycle and I got resuable shopping bags…now if I can just remember to take them to the store. :S
    .-= Janessa´s last blog ..It’s our one-year anniversary! =-.

  191. Sarah says

    To reduce waste and landfill buildup, I pulled out my husband’s rattiest undershirts and cut them up to make cleaning cloths. We use them instead of paper towels for everything from dusting to working on the car.

  192. lilshuga2001 says

    I started recycling and using totes when I go shopping!
    I feel so much better! 🙂
    It was one of the resolutions! (one I knew i could keep)! 🙂

  195. Patricia Hill says

    I’ve switched to cloth grocery bags. I’m also trying to use natural cleaners like, baking soda, lemon, and vinegar.

  202. Vanessa says

    I’m keeping my daughter safe from chemicals by using cloth diapers!

  203. Veronica Garrett says

    I volunteered for our community’s annual waterways cleanup. WE cleaned up our community lakes and rivers and strea,s.

  205. Denise says

    I avoid using harsh chemicals around the house and yard as much as I can to protect my family.

  208. Maja Meza says

    follow you on twitter @majameza

    http://twitter.com/MajaMeza/status/12485279165

  212. Cori Westphal says

    Tweet: http://twitter.com/coriwestphal/statuses/12491230996
    .-= Cori Westphal´s last blog ..Bounce House anyone? GIVEAWAY at Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House =-.

  214. Kate says

    We clean with all natural products and do our best to keep a healthy ‘victory’ garden in place. We haven’t tried seventh generation though and this would be a great start!

  218. Auriette says

    I use vinegar, baking soda, and good old soap and water for most of my cleaning. When I use a more toxic cleaning, like the tile cleaner in the bathroom, I’ll shut the door and run a fan while it sets, and then keep the door closed until the smell is completely gone.
    .-= Auriette´s last blog ..Am I too critical? =-.