Many of us will send (and receive) flowers for Valentine’s Day (as well as Mother’s Day and/or Easter). However, many of us are unaware the $40 billion floral industry often exploits laborers, and deals in toxic chemicals – Not what you want to associate with a gift of love! Check out these facts from the bestselling book, THE FLOWER CONFIDENTIAL. We have an opportunity to use this holiday to improve our health, as well as minimize our impact on the environment and build community by making better flower choices, including:
I love giving (and receiving) plants instead of flowers. Plants inevitably last longer (even if they don’t last forever), humidify and detoxify our air, all while giving us life-inducing oxygen! Talk about a gift that gives back! The many benefits of common houseplants.
Another traditional gift is chocolate; again, there are now many fair trade, organic and decadently delicious options.
The why's of eco chocolate are numerous. Here are taste tests for some of the best.
As long as we are going all eco-love out, check out some Eco sexy lingerie and Eco sustainable intimacy products
This year make a more meaningful sentiment by buying and supporting healthier eco options, both for yourself and your home,
Happy Valentines Day!
Personally, I’m going to the Naked Scavenger hunt at the METROPOLITAN MUSEUM, because, if you haven’t noticed, I like to do things a little differently! ~ Cheryl Terrace VITALDESIGNLTD.COM
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