This week I am going to skip my usual “Prefab Wednesday” feature and talk about something a lot more important – The use of underage slave labor by major corporations. We all like to think that the goods we buy are coming from some magical place overseas, but as study after study has shown, there [...]
Here we go again, from CNN: Mattel Inc., whose reputation has been battered by two high-profile toy recalls this summer, will announce on Wednesday the recall of a third batch of Chinese-made toys because they may contain excessive amounts of lead paint, The Associated Press has learned. The latest recall by the world’s largest toy [...]
I am not sure I would, but hey, it’s quite an idea. This cot is made entirely from recycled cardboard and of course, is completely recyclable at the end of it’s life. It is high enough to be right at regular bed height, making it easier to watch your baby at night. But still, cardboard? [...]
Those of you who know me or read this blog regularly know that my wife is a teacher. She loves her kids and is very good at her job, making for quite a happy person! Right now she is starting a science program about being “green”…teaching the kids about recycling, toxic chemicals, global warming, etc.. [...]
To be honest, I never ever wanted to write the words SpongeBob SquarePants anywhere…but I sure broke that wish. CNN is reporting that SpongeBob SquarePants journals, various spinning tops and children’s jewelry are being recalled due to excessive levels of lead. What exactly is being recalled? The recall involves address books and journals sold in [...]
Oh when will the madness end? The Center for Environmental Health has tested vinyl baby bibs, “including a bib with Disney’s “Winnie the Pooh” characters and store brand bibs marketed as “Koala Baby” and “Especially for Baby” bibs” and found that they tested for “lead levels that are between three and four times the legal [...]
I remember when I was a kid we used to go to the drive-in movies a few times a year and it was quite a treat. Of course, this was when my brother and I were young and we actually liked our parents! We all piled in the car, brought along some snacks, and enjoyed [...]
