About Ebony Porter
Born in Australia, Ebony has been in Texas long enough to consider herself a Texan-Aussie. Ebony has been writing for magazines, newspapers, and blogs, for more than 10 years. When she's not writing she's building quilts, growing her own food, or camping with her family somewhere far from the sounds of the city.
Here are my most recent posts
Posted January 6, 2016 by Ebony Porter

*+-While healthy living is at the top of most people’s minds as we enter a new year, so is creating a healthy budget for your family’s bank account! Family budgeting requires planning … READ MORE A Frugal Guide to Family Budgeting for the New Year
Posted December 16, 2015 by Ebony Porter

*+-Christmas traditions, like most celebrations that occur with the changing of the seasons, have roots reaching deep into the soil of history. The tradition of Christmas caroling goes back to … READ MORE Arrange a Classic Holiday Caroling Party in 7 Simple Steps
Posted November 25, 2015 by Ebony Porter

*+-Helping you live green is always on our minds here at the Live Brighter Blog. So during our national holiday of giving thanks, why not include a few thanks to … READ MORE 5 Ways to Create an Eco-Friendly Thanksgiving Table
Posted November 24, 2015 by Ebony Porter

*+-When everyone is gathered around the table this Thursday, wouldn’t it be nice to know that you’re enjoying an eco-friendly Thanksgiving meal? We’ve developed 7 simple ways you can make this … READ MORE 7 Strong Steps to Create an Eco-Friendly Thanksgiving Meal
Posted October 23, 2015 by Ebony Porter

*+-The crisp air outside tells us that fall has descended upon the Midwest. In this area of the country, which includes a large swathe of “The Corn Belt,” festivals honoring scarecrows, pumpkins, … READ MORE Fall Foods at Your Local Midwest Farmers Market
Posted October 16, 2015 by Ebony Porter

*+-When the leaves turn into sprays of reds, oranges, and yellows floating in the crisp air, and pumpkins begin to appear on front stoops, it’s the sure sign that fall … READ MORE Fall Foods at Your Local Mid-Atlantic Farmers Markets