I went to a really interesting session at Beerwah library this week to listen to Rhonda Hetzel from “Down to Earth” blog. She is also a published author of the book of the same name. The talk was about Frugal and Simple Living, a guide to a simpler, sustainable life.
Rhonda covered such topics as budgeting, cooking from scratch, buying in season and stockpiling. She talked about cutting down on chemicals in our home with green cleaning methods and handed out a booklet she had prepared giving ‘recipes’ to make our own green cleaning products. And lots more.
If you want to catch up with Rhonda just take this link to her Down to Earth blog.
Allotment Adventures with Jean 
Aug 02, 2013 @ 15:50:27
Hi Jean, this blog sounds right up my street! I’m always trying to be more eco friendly. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Aug 02, 2013 @ 19:52:06
I’ve been following Rhonda’s blog for ages and I’ve learned so much from reading it.
Aug 04, 2013 @ 05:18:46
Anna, this blog is amazing.
Aug 05, 2013 @ 06:40:07
I’m glued to it!! 🙂
Aug 03, 2013 @ 02:16:52
I’ve been dollowing her blog for a while too – I like her common sense style of writing. I’d have loved to hear her speak (it’s a bit of a distance though 🙂 ).
Aug 03, 2013 @ 04:24:21
You do lead an interesting and informed life Jean :).
Aug 04, 2013 @ 09:45:50
I try Fran. I try.
But seriously, there are so many opportunities of attending workshops and talks in our libraries. All free and paid for by Brisbane City Council and the Sunshine Coast Council.
Why wouldn’t you?
Aug 05, 2013 @ 03:23:09
Exactly! I am working on a seasons flight ticket… 😉
Aug 04, 2013 @ 05:18:01
Oh Jean I am so jealous. I have loved Rhonda’s blog for a few years now, she is an inspiration and I would love to meet her. I would also love her book but it’s just too expensive to get it posted out over here in the UK.
Aug 04, 2013 @ 09:49:41
I’ll try and find out if it’s possible to get the book via a UK agent.
The book is beautifully produced.
Aug 05, 2013 @ 07:20:11
I’ve checked with Rhonda about sourcing her book in the UK and she offers this advice.
“I’m not sure about the UK but I think if they order from Book Depository, they order it in and send it free postage. It is listed there but it says it’s out of stock. I think they only order it in when they receive an order. If that doesn’t work, the best bet is fishpond.com.au It’s an Australian site but they have free postage too.”
Hope this helps.