Abby Quillen
Abby Quillen

Abby Quillen is the author of the novel “The Garden of Dead Dreams” and the editor of two anthologies. Her articles and essays have appeared in YES! Magazine and The Christian Science Monitor and on Common Dreams, Nation of Change, Reader Supported News, The Daily Good, Truthout, and Shareable.

Abby lives in Eugene, Oregon, with her family. When she’s not writing or working on her website, Abbyquillen.com, she grows vegetables and weeds, bikes and walks as much as she can, and jots down cute things her kids say.

Time to Toss the Training Wheels: How to Choose the Right Bike for Your Child
Time to Toss the Training Wheels: How to Choose the Right Bike for Your Child

There are so many factors to consider when buying your child a bike! Try this easy-to-use guide and ...

Kernel of Truth
Kernel of Truth

Your favorite movie theater snack actually has several health benefits! Read on for our creative and...

Backyard Bounty: How to Eat the Wild Plants in Your Yard
Backyard Bounty: How to Eat the Wild Plants in Your Yard

Learn how you can make the most of the wild plants and weeds growing in your backyard by turning the...

Beautify Your Veggie Patch
Beautify Your Veggie Patch

Get creative in the vegetable garden and intertwine flowers with your produce. You’ll get an uplifti...

How to Blend Edible Landscaping With Ornamentals
How to Blend Edible Landscaping With Ornamentals

Do you need some gardening inspiration for your lawn? Check out this guide on how to transform your ...

Slow Movement Fitness
Slow Movement Fitness

Slow your workout down and see the results mentally and physically a different pace of fitness can b...

Have Fun at the Dog Park
Have Fun at the Dog Park

A trip to the dog park is a great way to let your pup release energy, make new friends, and enjoy ti...

Room-by-Room Spring Cleaning the Green Way
Room-by-Room Spring Cleaning the Green Way

Get a squeaky clean home without the harmful chemicals. Use our guide to make your spring cleaning c...

Have a Ball with Vegetarian Meatballs
Have a Ball with Vegetarian Meatballs

You'll be pleasantly surprised with all the creative ways to make a meatball without any meat! These...

DIY Salad Dressing: What You Need to Know About Oils and Additives
DIY Salad Dressing: What You Need to Know About Oils and Additives

Whether you're craving a creamy caesar salad or zesty vinaigrette, our guide has an easy, homemade ...

How to Bake the Best Bread
How to Bake the Best Bread

Want to make delicious homemade bread at home, but don't have a bread machine? There is no knead to ...

Make a Move
Make a Move

There is a difference between exercise and movement, and it could be crucial to your health. Read on...