Brummet's Conscious Blog

-- Green Resources --  Today I'd like to pass on a few " green " genre resources for you to check out when you have a chance - they are fabulous, interesting and may just save you some money as well.  - The Saving U Green blog : Where you can find reviews and giveaways, ideas for saving money, beauty and fashion, recipes, travel and more. The site is run by Marla Zickefoose, who is passionate about making a difference through her blog. Check it out at: http://SavingUGreen.com - The Green Grandma blog : This blog is run by Hana Haatainen-Caye and she offers all kinds of topics from reviews and give-aways to parenting and grand parenting and even family safety. Hana has a sincere passion for consciously living to ensure a better future. Find this resource at: http://TheGreenGrandma.blogspot.com - The Gloriously Green Gal blog: Discover green living tips, gluten-free eating ideas, recipes, reviews and give-aways and more. Owner Krista Bainbridge is a green liv...

-- World of Writing, Interview --   I am proud to feature Sharon Brukman today - founder, CEO and publisher of Natural Awakenings Magazine . Join us for this fascinating discussion about Sharon's journey to finding a way to have a work life that she can be proud of and passionate about, one that is in line with her personal beliefs. I love the fact that her focus is on creating a better world, sustainable living, and respect of living beings.  Sharon Bruckman launched the original Natural Awakenings magazine in Naples, Florida, in 1994 when she recognized the need in her local community for a resource to share information and connect with people searching for alternative and natural ways of caring for their health and the environment. Since then, her enterprise has grown organically, responding to people’s increasing awareness of the critically interlinked issues we face today because of mainstream approaches to health ca...

-- Quote of the Day --  A bird does not sing because it has an answer.  It sings because it has a song.   ~ Chinese Proverb -- Brummet's in the Media -- Join me over at:  Lady Talk Live radio show for a discussion about bio-dynamic gardening with a focus on natural pest control and building healthy soil.  Airs today at 11 AM - 12 PM Pacific @   http://archives2014.gcnlive.com/Archives2014/jul14/LadyTalkLive/070514.mp3   * Today's broadcast will be made available as an archive for those who would like to recommend it to others, or access it at a later time.  This is the second part of a 2-part interview series with the 3 amazing hosts... the first segment can be found here:  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ladytalklive/2014/02/04/lilly-brummet-author-and-expert-on-bio-dynamic-gardening   Find Dave and Lillian Brummet, excerpts from their books, their radio program, blog, and more at: h...

 -- Quote of the Day --  We can enjoy this journey by consciously slowing ourselves down to live in the moment in front of us. We find energy, joy, humor and grace in that moment. We need to let go of yesterdays and not be planning tomorrows but truly savor each present moment. ~ Anne Bryan Smollin -- Positive News --  Kudos to the Philippines where they have set aside every January, for the entire month, as Z ero Waste Month … where they will have activities in all schools, government and public sectors to raise awareness, educate and promote new projects or initiatives.   Find Dave and Lillian Brummet, excerpts from their books, their radio program, blog, and more at: http://brummet.ca * Support the Brummets by telling your friends, clicking those social networking buttons, or visiting the Brummet's Store - and help raise funds for charity as well!

-- Quote of the Day --  "Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience."  ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson -- Zero Waste --  Check out this interesting video (17.35 min) with world-renowned zero waste consultant Rick Anthony who discusses zero waste initiatives in California:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqY6cG0rTEM&feature=youtu.be In this video Rick raises points like: -        By putting organics back on the land we can reduce 1/3 of the water consumed to keep that land moist. -        Enough clothes are wasted in San Diego alone that could clothe the poor in Mexico. -        Banning reusables and recyclables from the landfill. -        Making recycling mandatory and implementing a pay-as-you-throw fee system. * Feel free to share our posts, o...

-- Quote of the Day --  "A book is the only place in which you can examine a fragile thought without breaking it, or explore an explosive idea without fear it will go off in your face. It is one of the few havens remaining where a man’s mind can get both provocation and privacy."  ~ Edward P. Morgan -- Writing --  I've been quite passionate about writing since the bug bit me nearly 20 years ago now. Since then I have written (with the loving support of my talented husband and business partner, Dave Brummet) 6 published books and have 2 more manuscripts on the back burner.  For me, these are a way of leaving a positive legacy that continues to help many of my readers (according to their communications) not only see their lives differently and pursue their own writing dreams more effectively, but also to make a difference with small every day actions.  I'm thrilled and excited, humbled and energized by the concept that through m...

-- Quote of the Day --  "Painting is poetry that is seen rather than felt,  and poetry is painting that is felt rather than seen." ~ Leonardo da Vinci  -- Poetry --  Rhythm and Rhyme  For those of you curious about poetry - we have 2 books of poetry out... Rhythm and Rhyme ... and Towards Understanding . Towards Understanding     I'd like to share one of my original poems here with you today: Opportunities To Create Positive Change Our global society must decide today Whether we will live in a sustainable way. Will we be a locust species? Leaving health in little pieces? Or will we spread wings to be Stewards, like the bumblebee? We are a species, who in essence, Have survived by physical senses. Yet we can change our self, And change the world. Struggling for isolation; Living by definition. Yet there's unity in our diversity... You are I - and we are they...