As parents we are our children's best defense. We have to believe in them. We have to push until we find causes. We have no solid answers for why she has these allergies. Part genetics, perhaps, but a major part is our environment and food supply.  That’s what we have been talking about in our “What Does Organic Mean, Anyway?” series. 

A face wash the whole family can use? Who else is on board with this idea? 

The understanding of how our food production system works is beneficial because it is relevant to the conversation about why organic is important for our health.  

Resist the temptation to listen to the interests that are trying to simplify the issue of agricultural practices and chemical application.  To be engaged citizens we must take the time to consider the complexity of things. 

This isn't about this one particular girl or Alice's particular school. This is an issue everywhere. It's an issue for all of us around the world. It's an issue to shine a light on; especially with the events of New Zealand last week.

So we've been writing a series of posts entitled "What Does Organic Mean, Anyway?"  Almost immediately you have to start talking about GMOs because GMOs are a big no-no in the Organic World and we want you to understand why.  

Soon it will be Bluebonnet season in Texas.  The month of April provides one of the most stunning blooms in the world.  It really is something to treasure.

There are vast seas of plastic stuck between ocean currents in huge islands of waste.  What is known as the Pacific Gyre is now estimated to be larger than the size of France.  It's a real thing.