Usually when I am sitting in my armchair breast feeding B (probably one of the only times I have to think in quietness each day) I think of all the things that are on my mind and that I would like to share on my blog. And then I think when will I ever find the time. So tonight I am going to write everything that is on my mind that I so want to share with you all and hear what you thoughts are......
- Have you seen this http://www.storyofstuff.com/ If you haven't, it is worth watching.
- After watching 'the story of stuff' I thought I WONDER WHAT IS IN MY MATTRESS and more importantly what is in my daughters mattress. I started to search the internet and didn't like what I read. I also read some interesting information on metal in mattresses. Of course there is always two sides, however after lots of researching I have decided to buy new mattresses for our family - it is a big financial decision however I feel necessary given that we spend 50% of our life on our mattress (or should!) Yesterday I bought my little girl an organic wool futon mattress from Blessed Earth.
- Since having my daughter I have begun to look at what I buy with closer eyes and question many of the 'false claims' on products. We have also started to try to minimise the rubbish that our family creates - recycling wherever possible - growing our own herbs (we are currently renting so cannot have our vege patch yet.....but we have a worm farm!) - using cloth nappies - little cloths to wipe our little ones face/ hands during meals etc......
One of my news resolutions is to make big changes to the way in which we live to become more focused on Natural Wholesome Living....to me this means be consistent across all aspects of our life, not just those areas which are perhaps easier and that others see, but everything. I have started to look at everything twice, already lots of things have started disappearing from our house. The other day I made fabric softener - I think it is great!
- Have you heard of KEFIR...I just heard about it and am waiting on my order to arrive. Will keep you posted.
- I have been creating some little animals.....a knitted horse and pig and a little felt dog (excuse the bad quality images)
- Little terry toweling nappies and apron for the girls' dolls. I just love the white lace fabric given by a dear friend of mine (with the kind suggestion of making aprons!)
How nice to be able to get that all on paper/ screen. Hope you have all had a lovely January.
I would love to hear your thoughts on my thoughts.......
