Hi guys! in case you didn’t know (which you probably didn’t) Chuck and I have been in Italy for the last couple weeks. While I may have been traveling lately there are still quite a few things that I’ve seen on the internet that I thought you all may like. Also my brain is still in vacation mode, so there is no hope of putting together another post, but at least you know there will be fun travel pictures coming soon!!

On to the fun stuff!

Theres a new “Fixer Upper” coming to HGTV.  When am I going to get a show about the Northeast? btw Northeast =/= New England… We have our own style.

For First Time in Modern Era, Living With Parents Edges Out Other Living Arrangements for 18- to 34-Year-Olds SO many thoughts. First if you can handle living at home then why not build up that retirement, save for a house. Extended living situations can be super beneficial.

This video. I mean whoa talk about a reality check. I’m currently wondering just how many clothes (and other things) do I actually need. Looks like it’s time for another capsule wardrobe project.

Why Cities can’t grow their own food. So much of this is true, but doesn’t every little bit help? What if the areas surrounding cities were farms instead of suburbs? What if people in the suburbs and country grew enough to feed the cities without shipping it thousands of miles?

And this video because Monsanto is a problem, because the right to decide if we want to eat and grow GMO’s should be our choice not the government or the corporations.

As for things I’ve pinned… Well I think you can tell that there is a theme going on here!

 

A little collection of all the stuff I’ve found interesting around the web lately. IF you like what you see you can get lots more if you follow me on twitter (@sweetloveginger).

An American Interstate for the Solar Age. I have been saying this for years. There is so much we can do with the empty space along major highways!!!!

I watched this documentary recently and I cannot get over how much we’ve been duped by the food industry over the years. Whole food has always been the answer and always will be.

I am completely astounded that there are still segregated schools in the US. How is this possible?

So apparently GMO’s shouldn’t affect the health of humans, fine. But what about the environment, the addition of more pesticides and invasive species leaves quite a bit to be desired.

10 things to ask you partner at the dinner table. Great conversation starters that definitely lead to deep conversations. Now to actually start eating at the table and not in front of the TV.

 

While I haven’t spent much time pinning this week these few recipes did pop out at me.

I spend a lot of time on the internet and every so often I come across some really interesting stuff. This is a regular post where I divulge all of the best stuff I’ve discovered on the net lately. Enjoy!

Steps to a handstand. I love the tips, tricks and millions of videos in this post.

This year’s Dirty Dozen & Clean 15… just so your in the know.

Reasons not to believe everything you hear about the latest health craze.

Every Little Bit Counts.  And thank the lord for that!

As it turns out writing your notes (with old school pen & paper) may be for the better!

Our world is changing and fast. 

On that same note: How the Apocalypse Will Bring Out the Best in People.

Since we are on climate change, lets talk about something we can do to help slow it down.

 

 

I’m adding in my favorite pins from this week too, because I want you to drool along with me (click the photos for links)

 

This is a lifestyle that I can aspire to. Now I just need to get all of my friends to buy houses within walking distance, and a breakfast shop to come in down the street, we have everything else we need within biking distance, and I’m working on the gardens. Whose in with me?

This might be my new favorite show. and this video…

I’m also finding this diet challenge super interesting.

Quote of the week: “When we buy anything beyond the most basic ingredients for life, we are just buying feelings.” – From this post.

800 year old squash. This is amazing, and it makes me want to save seeds from my garden this year.

Daily drinking trumps weekend benders, so says science.

Favorite pins this week from my Food Love Board:

I have been internet happy lately, reading tons of articles and blog posts about saving money and eating healthy. Here’s some of the most interesting stuff that I have run across lately. Happy Friday!!

This video is an eye opener. It’s amazing what just walking can do. Cutting Arthritis symptoms by 47%, reducing major brain diseases by 50%, diabetes by 58%, not to mention anxiety, depression, fatigue and increased lifespan. Just by walking 30 minutes a day. Seriously watch it.

 

Proof that Redheads do it better. 

10 Things to lose 160 lbs without Ever Dieting

Chuck has said forever that the whole BPA free thing is kind of a sham, it takes a ridiculous amount of exposure to cause any problems at all, and we know nothing about the stuff they are using in it’s place. Well now we know it’s just as bad for us.

Resting Bitch Face – scientifically proven to exist.

Why Chicken Broth packs more flavor than beef broth. 

The Health Benefits of Knitting, I’m going to assume they are the same for crocheting, I’m currently working on 2 blankets, so I’m obviously super healthy.

Big Eggs are going Cage Free and it’s super complicated. Who knew?

Diet foods are tanking. Now they are trying to sell health, right along with all their crappy additives.