Happy St. Patrick’s Day, the day they say the world is Irish. It’s my feast day, since my birth name is Patricia. Although, my celebration is a little off-kilter what most people think when they celebrate today.
Category: Eco-wellness
Stay Calm and Clean Naturally
There are days when I truly appreciate living on a small community island. Today was definitely one of those days. The local library hosted a wonderful workshop this afternoon on Do-It-Yourself Cleaning Products, a topic right up my alley. Living in the Pacific Northwest, in the Puget Sound, I am very aware of chemicals I…
Love Thy Enemy
I am by no means a religious person (much to the dismay of some members of my family). But while visiting my family I usually go to church with them. I’m supportive of their devotion. It’s where they find happiness. I want to spend time with my parents. Going to church is one of those…
Call It Fate
Last week I discovered some potentially devastating news. Early stages of arthritis in both my knees. This effects me physically, emotionally, and mentally. I was at a loss for what to do. Before I created my action plan, I spent two days convinced I would never run again, never jump again, and never enjoy fitness…
Progress From 2018
Every year I look forward to making a significant difference in my health and in my conservation efforts. This was a great year for me, as we tackled the plastic waste monster in our bathroom, Chris got a new kidney, and we started eating healthier for his benefit, if not mine, and I published a…
Tips for Zero Waste
Haha! I told my husband I was going to blog about Jingle Trail, but I forgot I need to finish my post on Zero Waste… Tomorrow is a better day to talk about running anyways. Last week I attended a lecture presentation at the library on Zero Waste. The first half of our class was…
Zero Waste Movement
My husband would like to believe we are minimalists. I don’t know for certain this is true, but I know we come close. What I do know is my husband and I are in very good company here on Whidbey Island.
Conservation Fitness Program, Day 24: Keeping Everything Local
Conservation Fitness Head Start certainly has a focus on nutrition and exercise. But it’s important to remember fitness and wellness go hand in hand. You can take care of your body, mentally and physically, by practicing a locavore lifestyle.
20 Days of Eco-Wellness, Day 20: Celebrate Fitness
Everything is connected. Our eating habits, fitness routine, and our lifestyle reflects how we care for ourselves and the earth. Today I round out my eco-wellness with positive affirmation and hope for the future of ZooFit and all it promises.
20 Days of Eco-Wellness, Day 19: Find Your Tribe
I love going to conferences. Well, to be a little more specific, I love going to animal conferences. I like to say I’m a zookeeper in my heart, always and forever. I haven’t been in the zookeeping field for 3 years (has it really been that long?), but it’s a special community I feel I…