Earth Day is on Monday April 22nd and, as a eco-friendly, let’s-go-green company in New Mexico, we’re looking forward to it! Below are three ways you can celebrate Earth Day this year, plus a list of local events you can attend. Three Fun Ways to Celebrate Earth Day 2024 #1: Go for a hike. Yes, it might be cliche. But getting outside on Earth Day to really appreciate nature is one of the best ways to remind yourself just how awesome (and awe-inspiring) our planet is. To make your hike feel more like an Earth Day celebration, consider trying one of the ideas below: Invite friends, family, and ..read more

There are a lot of products to choose from when it comes to keeping your home clean and healthy. From soaps to detergents, all-purpose cleaners and all the things designed to keep your home smelling good, you have endless choices. And while many of them look natural — and might even say that they’re “eco-friendly” or “all-natural” — the reality is that a lot of companies do what’s known as “green washing”. Green washing is a nice term for companies who want you to believe they’re something they’re not. For a lot of these common household companies, the process of green washing makes you feel l ..read more

While some of us are counting down the days until spring, others are trying to hold onto winter as long as possible for one reason: Snow. For us skiers and snowboarders (and those who just enjoy all those aprés-snow activities) we can’t hold onto this season long enough. Thankfully, we still have two months of snow season ahead. Below are our 4 favorite ski resorts in New Mexico right now and why we’re loving them. (Hint: It’s time to plan your weekend getaway right now!) New Mexico’s Top Ski Resorts According to Us 1. Angel Fire. Want to skip the long wait for a chair lift and enjoy fresh pow ..read more

If you’re looking for a way to keep your home *really* clean this season, consider finding a healthier alternative to bleach. Although most of us have grown up in homes where bleach was the weapon of choice for serious messes, the epitome of “getting something clean”, and your “best bet” to keep germs from spreading — the reality is that it isn’t as great as the hype. Not only can it be a potential danger for your family’s health and well-being, there are actually better, more effective methods for cleaning. But first… Why is bleach so bad? If you’ve looked into bleach, you probably know that ..read more

While there are lots of “’tis the season” things to be excited about this time of year, one of the things that is definitely not on this list is the rise in cases of — just about everything. From colds and flus, to RSV and Covid, the tally of friends, family, neighbors and co-workers starting to get sick this season is on the rise. Thankfully, as always, there are smart things you can do to keep your home healthy. That includes, of course, having your home cleaned regularly. But, this season, consider taking your preventative measures up a notch. We recently partnered with a local tech company ..read more

While Marie Kondo definitely made Japanese-inspired organization popular, there are plenty of other reasons why we should turn to the small island country for inspiration when it comes to organizing our homes (and keeping them that way). Japan is known for being tidy thanks to its often minimal aesthetic, which is especially prominent in residential households. Although a small country, Japan has a population of well over 100 million, which is one of the reasons why many Japanese households are small — very small. Of course, regardless of the size of your home and your thoughts on “micro-livin ..read more

Humans are creatures of habit, which is why knowing we should do something and actually doing something are two very different things. Take your household cleaners, for example. So many of us have heard how harmful some of these products can be, we’ve probably read more than one article or blog post citing the dangers or potential side effects of these products, but we haven’t actually taken the time to replace what we’re using in our homes. Why? Because it requires time, energy, and some research. And when we’re in a pinch, we’re just going to reach for what we have on hand to get things done ..read more

It’s easy for our kitchens to become disorganized quickly. Just getting them cleaned up after a home cooked meal can feel like enough of a chore for the day. Organizing it is one task too many for most days. But just because we don’t feel like we have time for organizing our kitchens doesn’t mean that we don’t want an organized kitchen. When we see one, there’s a bit of envy, and a bit of “I-know-I-could-do-that-too” — if I had the time. Thankfully, there’s a super simple, Marie-Kondo-approved hack that can help you tackle kitchen disorganization fast. It’s all about going vertical. One of the ..read more

With springtime weather still being fickle here in New Mexico, it’s easy to grow impatient. While you wait for forecasts to get in sync with calendar dates, why not try planting one (or all) of these herbs at your home? Not only will the pop of green on newly emerging sprouts make you feel like spring is actually here, but finding something to do while you wait for spring to firmly plant her feet will make time go by a little bit faster. Here are the 6 most functional and fun herbs to plant right now – and what to do with them once they’re ready to harvest. 1. Lavender. Los Poblanos isn’t the ..read more

Albuquerque is a foodie town. Even if you don’t realize it (yet), you’ll miss the food as soon as you leave. Not only is it unique, but the people making it behind the scenes are passionate about what they do – something that not every city can boast about. In case you didn’t know, 505 pride runs deep. This week we’ve collected some of our favorite foodie spots in ABQ that deserve the spotlight. From new scenes to can’t-beat menus, this top 5 list will help you rediscover just how special Albuquerque’s restaurants are. Enjoy! 5 New-ish Foodie Spots to Enjoy in Albuquerque This Weekend 1. 505 C ..read more