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Fort Worth Food Park

03/24/2012 09:25:00

So last night we tried the Ft. Worth Food Park for the first time and fell in love. I know, you are asking how that has anything to do with recycling, but it has a lot to do with it. Our business isn't just a business to us. It really is more about making a long term impact on all that we can for better living. The way I look at it, you aren't living with old junk in your closet, those old electronics aren't leaking hazardous chemicals into a landfill polluting all those things they tend to do, and we are working hard to get a process, no a standard, for all the things we use.

Part of our lifestyle is "reducing' the material things and that's exactly what the food park has done. Think picnic tables on rocks under aged trees. You sit family style with people you've never met before and you can't help but make friends. We met some amazing people of all ages there last night, oh, and the food was great. No dishes here, but all things that can be recycled. AND they know it, because right next to the garbage bins were recycling bins. How many restaurants in this area do that?

The vendors in their simplistic trailers were toting farm-fresh ingredients designed to bring comfort to those enjoying. The food represented would satisfy the carnivore to the vegan, gluten free friend. At least for me, I find myself enthralled with places like this because there's no pressure to buy a new outfit, no pressure to spend a paycheck on dinner, and I don't know, I just feel like this was how life was before our concrete walls took over.

If you are looking for something new, and something I believe is better than any 5-star restaurant I have had to play pretentious at, then check it out...bring your friends (it's that kind of place)!

Link: Fort Worth Food Park

Good Morning Texas

11/16/2011 13:08:00

About a month ago we were included in a blip about computer recycling that showed 1800GotJunk bringing their items to us for recycling. We enjoyed a bit of coverage on Good Morning Texas. See for yourself!

Good Morning Texas segment

America Recycles Day

11/02/2011 12:46:00

November 15 is America Recycles Day. We love this website because it takes you through the steps of organizing your own event and even provides with the advertising swag to make your planning a success. All it takes is knocking on the door of your neighbors or walking over to the business next to you to get a recycling network started. If you have always wanted to make a bigger difference, I would start here! Once you have your items collected, just call to schedule an appointment with us and we'll come and pick-up your items! Hope to hear from you soon...

America Recycles Day website

Arlington Ecofest 2011

09/19/2011 09:56:00

9/19/2011

So this past Saturday we were fortunate enough to be a part of a green, family-friendly event hosted by the City of Arlington promoting green-friendly businesses and community contributors called Arlington Ecofest. It was really great to see so many vendors who offered amazing green products for the home like solar panels and tanks to reduce water usage for various appliances. Additionally, we really enjoyed the vendors who offered opportunities to get involved in programs and organizations for children through adult. We spent our day accepting computers and electronics on-site for recycling and meeting a great deal of caring and great people. Thank you to Arlington for a great event and we look forward to next year!

Electronic Vampires

09/13/2011 11:07:00

9/13/2011

So after working with a green certified eco-broker on our former radio show, I learned that even leaving your plugs for cell phones, laptops, or other devices in the wall, even when the electronic was not attached, uses electricity. Evidently when the plug is in the wall, the current is engaged and doesn't stop just because you took your device off the charger. Just thought I would share this bit of information if you are like me and always looking for ways to reduce your electric bill...especially with this unbearable summer heat we've had! Just curious, what are some effective ways you have managed to save electricity?

Computer Recycling

09/07/2011 10:58:00

9/7/2011

We started our business because we realized so many individuals and companies were/are hoarding computers in closets and forgotten offices. Sadly, after awhile of "not thinking" about them these electronics end up in the trash. The truth is the components inside your computers and monitors have various levels of hazardous chemicals in them and if not broken down properly and thrown into a landfill causes toxins to leak into the soil. While computer recycling is not a perfect system in the U.S., entities like the EPA are striving to keep up with our rapidly growing technological society. It amazes me that a new computer is outdated after a year and obsolete after 2 years. It also amazes me that the average cell phone does what the first computer did that took up an entire office building. I don't where were our society is headed, but I know for us, it feels to good to help other people keep our community informed and headed in the right direction. If you know someone we can help, we appreciate referrals. And if you have used us, we appreciate your awareness and business.

Recycled Homes

09/06/2011 10:26:00

9/6/2011

This past weekend we headed to Galveston for Labor Day with the family for a little R&R. It is so hard for us to leave recycling behind because it is always on our minds and in our conversations. We stopped in Huntsville to see the Sam Houston statue and ended up finding a local artist, Dan Phillips, who designs 100% recycled homes targeted for single parents, artists, and low income families. There were several homes we were lucky enough to see and snap photos of. His homes are quirky and inspiring. (Well, at least to us as this is something we are always talking about doing.) On further research I found his website and was further inspired because his homes are built by volunteers, again saving money for all those involved. Just thought I would share his work. Here's the link to his work and mission...Phoenix Commotion.

Do you know of anyone else doing this? Would love to know!

Green Cleaning Products - Fact or Fake

08/25/2011 12:28:00

Green Cleaning Products

There are many new cleaning options appearing everyday at the local grocery store. However, it has taken me some time to realize that even though many of these products claim to be green they truly aren't. SC Johnson for example, has started to sticker their products with a Greenlist logo, but most of these products are still petroleum based. I wonder, do you buy green products or perhaps do you make your own cleaning products?