You might already be and not know it. Don’t worry, it’s highly filtered and treated. What many people may not realize is that water is a finite resource … meaning we could run out of it. Scary. So in some places like Orange County where fresh water is lacking due to a drought, they began to recycle the waste water. Yep, the same stuff that is flushed down your toilet.

Let me guess, you have an inner-Martha-Stewart, but for the life of you, you just can't remember where you put her. (Hint: she's probably hiding somewhere between Superwife/girlfriend, Superemployee and/or Supermom.)

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Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of year. The tableau is ever-changing as we make the transition from summer to winter. Just walking through the park enjoying the vibrant colors of the falling leaves can be a source on inspiration, and that sends many of us on a mission to have our homes to reflect the beauty we see outside. So in the spirit of fall redecoration, here are a few original, hand-crafted pieces from the Etsy community of artists that bring a little bit of that beauty indoors.

Congratulations to Matt Piotrowski, the winner of Organic Authority's First Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest! He will receive 1 gallon of Laura Klein's Green Car Cleaner Degreaser and one 32 ounce bottle of Laura Klein's Green Car Carpet Spot Remover.

Halloween might just be the best holiday of them all. How do I know this? Take a look at all the fun we've been having here at Organic Authority this year, with ideas and tips for you from Halloween cocktails to freaky food ideas. Here's a sneak peek at how we put a little organic style into this festival of fun.

You’ve been doing it for years but did you know there are specific tips for carving a pumpkin? Yeah, we didn’t either … until now. Check out our dos and don’ts for pumpkin carving; some of them may surprise you then enter our First Annual Organic Authority Pumpkin Carving Contest.

Native to the Americas, the pumpkin is an apt representation of the harvest: big, beautiful and round. Actually a member of the squash family and therefore a fruit, pumpkins of all shapes and sizes can be found across the nation this time of year tumbling out of grocery stores, baking in almost every kitchen and resting on front stoops from New England to Newport Beach.

Instead of heading to the store for a jumbo size of plastic-wrapped, overly-processed candies to dole out to kiddies on Halloween, why not make your own? That way, you control the waste and the quality by discerning your ingredient list. If there’s a candy you love to buy, there’s a way to make it at home. Here are a few to get you started. If one of these doesn't have you salivating, Google will give you a helping hand.

Pre-party; my home sparkles with magnificence. From the floor to the furniture, it gets a complete scrub down, and everything is put fabulously in its place. It’s at those times that I am most proud of the little sanctuary we have built for ourselves. Not too shabby!

Unfortunately, right after a party, our home is often in shambles. Our carpet is soiled with dirt that guests tracked in. The sofa has a brand new stain of indeterminate source. And of course, the dishes are piled high. So the cleaning begins, again!