What image does "home" conjure up in your mind? Most times, it will be a sweet memory, for home is such a strong part of our lives that it etches itself in our heart in an indelible ink that creates a deep longing.

Dateline 1918: At the height of the worst killer flu outbreak ever seen, U.S. Army troops were loaded by the thousands, onto ships for transport to Europe to do battle against the German Kaiser (WWI). The world must have seemed turned upside down.

Only 1 in 5 of the four million household chemicals created since 1915 have actually been tested for their adverse  health effects on humans, there is a surprising amount of alarming information that underscores their negative impact.

A few plants can do a lot to freshen the air depending on the level of pollutants present.  The following plants will remove the following toxins....

Most of us have become almost dependent on our nonstick cookware.  It's nice to cook on and SO easy to clean.  However, there are health risks to this great invention.

I used to be a Pampered Chef consultant and was introduced to baking with stoneware that way.  I wish I had known about it before that - it's AWESOME!  All your food cooks evenly, the same on top as bottom, and no burning! 

Microwaves can easily get dirty and overlooked.  Do this cleaning tip once a month. 

High Chairs have a tendency to get really grimy and messy with our little one eating so sweetly! Here is my favorite way to thoroughly clean the high chair.  I try to do this once a week.