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Johnson & Johnson Baby Shampoo

TRENTON, N.J. 11/1/11 -- Two chemicals considered harmful to babies remain in Johnson & Johnson's baby shampoo sold in the U.S., even though the company already makes versions without them, according to a coalition of health and environmental groups.

The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics has unsuccessfully been urging the world's largest health care company for 2 1/2 years to remove the trace amounts of potentially cancer-causing chemicals – dioxane and a substance called quaternium-15 that releases formaldehyde – from Johnson's Baby Shampoo, one of its signature products.

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This is not news, although corporate money has kept these things out of the news for decades. The 1970's Toxic Control Act simply gave all consumer product manufactur­ers the green light to use ANY chemical they want in ANY product they make. Some control, huh?!? Plus many of these products are made overseas, even though they are made by US companies. SHOP AMERICAN, use safe, nontoxic products that work better.... and support local people. Switch where you shop: http://maven.healthyhometour.com/  for a self guided tour!

Get Money Out of Politics....

OK... It's time, and I am proud to be one of the founding people to sign this petition to amend our Constitution to take the money out of politics!

The addendum reads:
"No person, corporation or business entity of any type, domestic or foreign, shall be allowed to contribute money, directly or indirectly, to any candidate for Federal office or to contribute money on behalf of or opposed to any type of campaign for Federal office. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, campaign contributions to candidates for Federal office shall not constitute speech of any kind as guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution or any amendment to the U. S. Constitution. Congress shall set forth a federal holiday for the purposes of voting for candidates for Federal office."

"No non-citizen shall contribute money, directly or indirectly, to any candidate for Federal office. United States citizens shall be free to contribute no more than the equivalent of $100 to any federal candidate during any election cycle. Notwithstanding the limits construed to be part of the First Amendment, Congress shall have the power to limit, but not ban, independent political expenditures, so long as such limits are content and viewpoint neutral. Congress shall set forth a federal holiday for the purposes of voting for candidates for Federal office."

To sign, go to: http://www.getmoneyout.com/

For video, go to: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/37560195/#44849778

Always makes me cry...

Melaleuca...WOW!

My green company, Melaleuca Inc. announced they are officially the first all American made consumer product manufacturer to successfully break into the consumer product industry in the last 60 years and are gaining market share in our present awful economy. YAHOO!

I invite you to get the details, and call me!

Are you mela?

love, linda

Beethoven, Symphony 9, 2nd movement (complete), Molto vivace, Philharmonia Baroque

Must Listen...and so much more WOW with Headphones!  Enjoy!

The Power of 10%

The Power of 10%

Small Changes Make a BIG Difference for alot of us, but are often overshadowed by the “Big Changes” happening in the world around us. This can often lead to a variety of “out of control” feelings ranging from disappointment to utter frustration.  During these moments, we often forget how much control we actually have by making numerous small changes that can make a big difference in our personal and professional success.  That’s where the “Power of 10%” reminder is so helpful in helping us achieve the changes we desire and deserve.  Just for consideration, what would happen if …

•    You improved your golf score by 10%?
•    You exercised 10% more?
•    You invested 10% of your income?
•    You spent 10% more time on your personal development?
•    You did 10% more to go after your goals?
•    You invested consistant time in your business daily and helped someone in you business daily

Then …
•    You could go from being an “o.k.” golfer to a “great” golfer.
•    Your health and quality of life could improve.
•    You would have a significant nest egg for retirement.
•    You could enhance your job performance and your career.
•    You would find that, over time, you could achieve the unimaginable.
•    You would experience a growing Residual Income a greater confidence in securing your financial future while helping others do the same.

As the ripple produced by a rock thrown into the still lake expands into ever-increasing concentric circles, so do the effects of our power of 10% actions.

Hands with Seeds: The Power of 10%

Hands with Seeds: The Power of 10%: "The Power of 10% Small Changes Make a BIG Difference for alot of us, but are often overshadowed by the “Big Changes” happening in the worl..."

I'm Back...

I just returned from Melaleuca’s Convention on Sunday and all I can tell you is ... WOW!  Even after almost 10 years, I am so impressed and proud to have partnered with this amazing company.

-Did you know that Melaleuca is the only consumer product manufacturing company to successfully break into the American market in over 60 years?

-Did you know that Melaleuca is the only successful home business founded in the last 30 years in America?  Our president, Frank VanderSloot is offering a $10,000 reward to anyone who can prove this statement not to be true!

-Did you know that Melaleuca was green when green was just a color and manufactures over 350 safe, nontoxic everyday use products, right here in the U.S, that are shipped to your front door?

Instead of watching the news and getting depressed…I invite you to contact me and discover how we are building our own reality centered on security, peace of mind and living debt free.

This INC500 company is 25 years old…and just getting started!

I encourage you to call and pick my brain about what we’re committed to accomplishing.  I would love to share with you!  Love, linda

Think Natural Swimming Pools are Icky? Think Again

Welp, I'm not alone in thinking people have to be crazy to swim in a big pot of chlorine bleach.  It is poison you know and growing up in the country, we loved swimming in ponds and lakes.  The smell of the clear, clean water is amazing and your skin feels so good after a great swim.

Found this post from from Outdoor Living and had to share.  You must go to: http://www.naturalswimmingpools.com  and see the pictures!

 Want to take a refreshing, chlorine-free dip in a backyard swimming pool? Go to England. For years the Brits have been onto the idea of natural swimming pools — pools designed with filtration systems that don’t rely on chemicals to maintain clean, safe water for swimming. These wonderful backyard features are as beautiful as they are environmentally friendly.

Buy American - Even if only for 30 days.

I received this in my Inbox this morning and wanted to share.  Great message and terrific idea for the month of August.  Jer and I are proud to 'Buy American' every month at Melaleuca.  3500+ people in Idaho and Kentucky have jobs with Melaleuca. They've never laid any one off.  Click on the right side bar to see all the awards they've received for the amazing way they do business.  Maybe it's time you checked out this awesome company!

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Did y'all see Diane Sawyer's special report?  They removed ALL items from a typical, middle class family's home that were not made in the USA .

Healthy Heart - Naturally!

Hands with Seeds is centered on doing business with heart.  What we mean by that, is always remembering we are here to help others, embracing the art & practice of conscious leadership.  Author & speaker, Lance Secretan distills this into the CASTLE Principle: Courage, Authenticity, Service, Truthfulness, Love & Effectiveness.  As I add to this blog, I'll often return to these six words, as they represent the guidelines I use to navigate my life and my business.  I encourage you to Google Lance and his book: ONE.  I'm sure it will become on of your fav reads!

Today, I'm going to embrace the word, Effectiveness.  The subject will be the heart.

Safe Cosmetics Act of 2011 introduced in Congress

Posted on June 28, 2011 on Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families (see my Fav Links on right)

All of our hard work is paying off! The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families supporters have been building the momentum for safe, nontoxic products, and elected leaders responded last week by reintroducing the federal Safe Cosmetics Act in the House of Representatives!

Had to share this article from USA Today!

By Christine Dugas, USA TODAY
They grew up during a time of cultural change, and now are being forced to redefine retirement at midlife.

The 77 million Americans in the Baby Boom generation face an economic storm: The Wall Street meltdown trampled their retirement nest eggs more than any other group. After losing jobs during what they thought would be some of their peak earning years, many are struggling to get back into the workforce. Health care costs are rising, and declining home values mean they might not be able to count on home equity to guarantee an easier retirement.

Welcome to Hands with Seeds!

I am thrilled to launch this blog to coordinate with our new Hands with Seeds web environment.

I have to admit; I'm a dirt girl and when given a choice will most always choose the natural alternative. Jer, on the other hand, is not a yogurt guy but has embraced many of my choices as he experienced the difference it makes in our quality of life. Our son Danner, who is now 20 years old, was encouraged to sit in mud puddles, wore cloth diapers and his friends always asked what I was cooking before they accepted an invitation to stay for dinner! Dan never had allergies, an ear infection, any serious illness, or learning issues, although he did sever his liver in a bike accident and lost a finger to haying. He’s always been a wild child!

Trying to find great natural based products for our personal care, first aid, pet care, cleaning, laundry and nutrition was always a struggle, as most of the products I tried cost too much, didn’t work well and I had to run all over the place to find them. Then in 2002, I was introduced to Melaleuca – the Wellness Company! I've shopped every month with this company ever since and now that Dan has his own house, he’s a customer, too.